Scallop panelled kitchen island bench

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A kitchen island using Kaboodle cabinetry was decorated with scallop MDF paneling.

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

The project

I bought a lovely house but it was in serious need of updating. Newly single woman, I was nervous to go it alone but I was inspired after shopping at Bunnings and a year later I can’t believe what I have achieved. This is just one project I was able to achieve with very little skill but a big imagination!

 

Steps

Step 1

After putting together my Kaboodle kitchen, I needed something special for the old island bench I decided to keep. I found some panelling at Bunnings. 

Step 2

I purchased a reciprocating saw and used my kitchen table as my work bench to cut panel to size.

Step 3

I then used a construction glue (heavy duty Liquid Nails or silicone works) to adhere panel to the old laminate island panels, and secured it with clamps, applied pressure and left to dry.

Step 4

I found some options at Bunnings to finish off the corners where the panels join.

Step 5

Next painting! I am about to go into Bunnings and find the best paint to finish off the job. I love the look.

Tools and materials

Materials used in the project:

• White MDF primed scallop
• Construction adhesive
• Edging strips
• Internal white paint.

Tools used in the project:

• Reciprocating saw
• Clamps
• Tape measure
• Paint brush
• Paint roller and tray.

More inspiration for your kitchen island

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