Upcycling a bedside table is an affordable and easy way to update its style and keep it functional for many more years to come.
Check out how these creative Bunnings Workshop community members breathed new life into their old bedside tables and let us know if we can help you with a similar project.
1.1990s bedside table makeover by @Ems_DIY
Rescued from the roadside, these radiata Pine bedside tables were given a sophisticated new look using rich Eclipse Milk Paint, stained timber tops and second-hand antique brass handles.
2. Upcycled bedside tables using fluted moulding by @GDias
Scratched and dated second-hand furniture was transformed into designer-style bedside tables by adding evenly spaced timber moulding, Porter's Timberline paint and new handles.
3. Vintage bedsides modern makeover by @vintagemagnolia
While upcycling a damaged and dated pair of 80s colonial-style bedside tables, Workshop member vintagemagnolia added sleek gold legs for a contemporary touch.
4. Upcycled bedside drawers by @AthenaGeorgia
Featuring rattan drawer fronts and Adoored Pine tapered furniture legs, these upcycled bedside tables make for a stylish bedroom addition.
5. Upcycled painted chest of drawers by @Wing
A bedside chest of drawers unit was transformed with a hand-painted design spanning all three drawer fronts, along with a honey-coloured timber top, black feet and matching handles.
6. Bedroom makeover with upcycled bedside tables by @kendallmac
A pair of orange Pine bedside tables became the hero pieces of a warm-country bedroom makeover by replacing the VJ panels with rattan webbing and adding a paint wash, gel stain and brass knobs.
7. Upcycled bedside drawers by @libby_hm
The top of old tables was sanded to reveal a beautiful woodgrain. A primer, three coats of mineral furniture paint and gold hexagonal shaped hardware further enhanced the look.
8. Hamptons-inspired bedside drawers by @diycollection
Emily glued untreated framing timber on her dated drawer fronts to add depth. She also used matte black hardware and applied two coats of chalk paint to achieve the classic Hamptons look.
9. Three-piece upcycled furniture collection by @Caseychandler89
Casey improved both the appearance and functionality of a pair of dated side tables with fresh paint, brass knobs and integrated USB and power outlets
10. Bedside tables makeover by @inspiredbycoast
After sanding these dark and worn bedside tables back to bare timber, diluted Brazilian Roast stain was applied to highlight the grain and create a warm coastal finish.
11. Modern bedside drawers makeover by @TaylerMayd
A pair of dated orange bedside drawers were given a fresh coastal feel with painted bases, liming-white timber tops and existing handles refreshed with matt black spray paint.
12. Upcycled bedroom furniture by @Dons-Glenno
A matching bedroom suite was modernised by combining exposed timber with matt black paint and leather loop handles, creating a cohesive high-end look on a tight renovation budget.
13. Bedside drawers upcycle by @Ranirecycled_22
An old set of bedside tables were sanded and stripped back to raw Pine before wooden tapered legs, new handles and multiple coats of primer and paint were added.
14. Bedside drawers makeover by @SarahTBOS
A scratched set of bedside drawers were transformed by applying Porters Paints Yacht Race. Feast Watson Liming White was used to white wash the top, with Feast Watson Hard Wax for extra protection.
15. Upcycled bedside tables by @sara22au
A discarded pair of solid Pine bedside tables was transformed for under $100 by whitewashing the timber panels, adding contrasting grey paint and fitting new white knobs.
16. Upcycled bedside table by @Cardaw
By sanding the table, adding a new handle and applying a couple of coats of Dulux Antique White, this bedside table was given a completely new look.
17. Bedside tables by @kmwatts
An old dressing table was upcycled to make two stylish bedside tables featuring vintage bakelite handles.
18. Tiled bedside tables by @NickM
Repurposed from a set of dated side tables, these tiled bedside tables feature two different types of hand-painted tiles.
19. Upcycled bedroom side tables by @nooandriley
Featuring Government Green paint and playful pink handles, these retro-style tables also have custom open shelves in place of their top drawers and holes at the back for charging cables.
20. My second upcycled drawers by @Ranirecycled_22
After rescuing two bedside cabinets from landfill, Rani used leftover offcuts from another project to make new drawer handles before creating a shade of pink to utilise.
How to upcycle with paint
Painting is a quick and easy way to upcycle furniture. Learn how with these step-by-step guides from the Bunnings team:
More inspiration for upcycled furniture projects
Check out our list of 15 upcycled buffets for more clever ideas, as well as our Top 10 most popular indoor furniture projects.
Other great projects shared by Bunnings Workshop community members include:
Need more help with your upcycling project?
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