Upcycled entertainment unit

KMP

A worn timber cabinet upcycled with fresh paint, new handles and Tasmanian Oak top.

The project

I purchased this cabinet cheaply through social media. 

The centre drawers were removed and I created a shelf with Tasmanian Oak. Then I sanded, primed and painted. I painted it in Dulux Ace of Spades Semi Gloss Aquanamel. I put on new handles, too. 

I spread the work out on my days off over about a month, so it probably only took a few full days in total. 

Here's the new Tasmanian Oak top, biscuit-joined and finished with Tasmanian Oak trim. 

How to upcycle with paint

Painting is a quick and easy way to upcycle furniture. Learn how with the Bunnings guide How to upcycle almost anything with paint.

Bunnings team member Mitchell has also shared his experience in How to upcycle a bedside cabinet. The guide provides useful tips that can be applied to many other furniture projects.

More inspiration for your upcycling project

Sanding and painting by community member Lemons2riches created a lovely upcycled Hamptons-style buffet TV unit. 

 

Workshop member craftyhopper was gifted an old timber unit which she transformed into an upcycled painted buffet. 

For many more great ideas, check out upcycled buffets shared by Workshop community members.