Upcycled Pine timber buffet & hutch

[AngelaLawson]

This is my completed upcycling project where I transformed an old Pine Timber Buffet & Hutch into a stylish Coastal meets Hampton cabinet. I wanted a fresh look without the price tag of new furniture.  The project involved cleaning and scuff sanding the wood, replacing the particle board with VJ panels from Bunnings, and applying a primer. I then applied two coats of chalk paint in 'white linen' and sealed the finish with a wax. To complete the transformation, I added black handles from Bunnings, giving the piece a fresh, modern look while maintaining its classic charm.

Materials

Sealer 

Chalk Paint - White Linen 

VJ Panels 

Black Handles 

Tools

Steps

Step 1

The cabinet was in good condition but needed a refresh. 

Step 2

After cleaning with sugar soap I started to scuff sand. 

Step 3

The doors were all removed along with the particle board from the back. 

Step 4

 applied undercoat 

Step 5

 replaced particle board with VJ panels 

Step 6

returned the bottom doors with new black door knobs 

Step 7

Sealed with wax, waited a few days then added decorative pieces. 

Step 8

 

[JacobZ]

Hi @AngelaLawson,

Thank you for sharing your timber hutch upcycling project and welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community, it is fantastic to have you with us.

It's clear that you’ve put a lot of effort and creativity into this project, and the end result is absolutely stunning.

A great project that gives some old furniture a fresh modern look.

Congratulations on a fabulous project.

Jacob

[Fran62]

I am about to embark on my first project which is a 1980s pine buffet and hutch. I've been doing research and only stumbled on this post and wow! The same piece of furniture and step by step instructions which I really need. Thank you so much for posting this as I feel, not so much as more confident, but better equipped to upcycle what is really a nice piece of furniture.

[JacobZ]

Hi @Fran62,

Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community, it is wonderful to have you with us.

Well, isn't that just a spot of luck!

If you'd like any assistance, please don't hesitate to reach out. We can't wait to see how your project goes.

Jacob