Bedroom makeover using VJ panels

Question

A flatpack wardrobe, VJ panelling and fresh paint used in this bedroom makeover.

The project

My partner and I set out to give our bedroom a makeover by upgrading our wardrobe, adding some panelling and some fresh paint.

Steps

Step 1

Prepare by removing all the clothes and then dismantle the old wardrobe.

Step 2

Dismantle and remove existing built-in wardrobe.

Step 3

Build flatpack wardrobe bases. Making sure during the design phase to order flatpack sizes that will maximise the space available and fill out as much space as possible.

Step 4

Remove existing skirting and build frame for panelling, attaching to the wall with brackets.

Step 5

Attach Easycraft VJ panels with nail gun and Liquid Nails, then paint.

Step 6

Using a cover panel the same colour as the flatpack, cut to size and attach the side of the wardrobe to give the illusion of a built-in wardrobe. Cut Oak ledge to size and complete painting, making sure to caulk and fill any gaps around the wardrobe cover panels.

Step 7

Paint and reinstall skirting in front of panelling. Install custom shutters.

Before and after

Tools and materials

Materials used in the project:

* Flatpack wardrobe
* Caulk
* Easycraft VJ panelling 
* Framing timber
* Oak timber shelf
* D.I.Y. shutters.

Tools used in the project:

* Nail gun
* Liquid Nails
* Paint.

How to create a VJ feature wall

Creating a feature wall is easy with VJ wall panels. Follow the simple steps from the Bunnings team in the guide How to create a VJ feature wall.

More inspiration for your bedroom makeover

Community member Alyce completed a wardrobe makeover with extra storage by utilising storage baskets, new shelves and hanging rails.

Workshop member sammilne shared a bedroom makeover using VJ panels.

For more inspiration from our community members, check out VJ panelling projects for any room in the house.