Outdoor kitchen using upcycled cabinet

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Originally bought as a temporary measure during a kitchen renovation, a cabinet was upcycled for an outdoor kitchen using an Acacia panel as a benchtop.

• The project
• Steps
• Tools and materials
• More inspiration for your outdoor kitchen project

The project

Purchased cabinet on Gumtree for $50 and used it as temporary kitchen cabinet whilst kitchen reno was in progress. Now upcycled with new benchtop for the BBQ and space for bar fridge.

Steps

Step 1

Removed existing top and removed side section to fit bar fridge. 

Step 2

Cabinet painted with sealer and two top coats. New benchtop hole cut to fit BBQ. Two coats of Marine Varnish.

Tools and materials

Materials used in the project:

• Acacia benchtop
• Primer sealer undercoat
• White gloss exterior paint
• Marine clear timber varnish.

Tools used in the project:

• Jigsaw
• Sandpaper
• Paint brush.

More inspiration for your outdoor kitchen project

Bunnings Workshop member Matt created a rustic entertaining area with built-in barbecue using recycled materials.

Community member Bec and her husband built a streamline outdoor kitchen with fridge and concrete benchtop.

Get more inspiration from our collection of Outdoor kitchen ideas for your home.