What can be done from an old bookcase. Ideas on how to make old furniture better than any new one

Landscaping 16.06.2019
Landscaping

Many owners of old solid furniture, which for many years have been used for their intended purpose, and unfortunately today needs restoration, do not know how to correctly perform this procedure without significant costs. Often, families with pets or small children also face the problem of damage or damage to the upholstery and frame of new furniture. In this article, we will try in more detail on several illustrative examples consider step by step process restoration of old and damaged furniture.

Example 1. Restoration of a sofa

Restoration of the corner sofa upholstery.

Used tools:

  • nippers;
  • round nose pliers;
  • screwdriver;
  • clip remover.

Stage 1.

Visual inspection of the condition of the skin and supporting frame sofa.

Stage 2.

Remove the upholstery of the sofa. To do this, first of all, remove the legs with a screwdriver. After that, using a special paper clip, starting from the corner and moving around the perimeter, we take out the mounting clips.

Stage 3.

We check the condition of plywood, chipboard, and other elements of the supporting frame of the sofa. This example shows that the core is in excellent condition and does not need to be replaced.

Stage 4.

After assessing the state of the frame, we remove the old covers, make a pattern according to their sample and sew new covers for the sofa.

Stage 5.

We replaced the old sagging foam rubber and synthetic winterizer with a new one. After that, we move on to the upholstery of the sofa with a new fabric. Using a special tool, we fix the new upholstery around the perimeter with staples.

The final stage.

Installing decorative covers and sofa legs to their installation locations.

The new sofa is ready for use.

Example 2. Making a bench and table from an old cabinet

Tool used:

  • screwdriver or screwdriver;
  • electric jigsaw;
  • ruler;
  • yardstick;
  • marker or pencil;
  • self-tapping screws for wood.

Stage 1.

We remove curtains with doors using a screwdriver or screwdriver.

Stage 2.

For the future table, we measure the dimensions on the old cabinet. In this example, a distance of 80 cm is selected for the table.

Stage 3.

Along the line marked on the side walls and the back wall, we cut with a jigsaw. Thus, two absolutely equal halves of the cabinet are obtained.

Stage 4.

With the help of the remaining scraps and shelves, we connect the two parts of the sawn cabinet. This will require wood screws and a screwdriver.

Stage 5.

In order for the table not to look so massive, we will make beautiful curly legs. To do this, we make indents from the top and bottom of the side legs of the future table and draw an arc. Along these lines, we cut out the decal with a jigsaw, which will be used as a stencil for the second side.

Then we turn the table over to the other side and make a similar cutout for the stencil on both sides of the legs. As you can see, the restoration and decoration of old furniture requires an author's approach. Thanks to this author's approach, we have got a stylish modern table.

Stage 6.

A finished new table requires chairs or a bench. It was for these purposes that the cabinet doors removed in advance were saved. We lay out three doors next to it, dismantle the old hinges. We mark the first door in half, which will later serve as legs for the bench.

Stage 7.

For the stability of the future bench, we make a cutout on the legs, which we mark out using a regular bucket, as shown in the figure below. Then, using a jigsaw, cut out a semicircle on each leg.

Stage 8.

For the rigidity of the bench structure, we connect two legs with a special bar.

We use the third door from the cabinet for the base of the bench, which is fixed with self-tapping screws. In order to eliminate irregularities and burrs, a melt for self-tapping screws should be made. The table and bench are ready.

Example 3. Restoration of an old cabinet

Tool used:

  • Sandpaper;
  • goggles and respirator;
  • screwdriver or screwdriver;
  • brush and paint.

Stage 1.

We clean the entire surface of the cabinet from the old varnish. To do this, you can use ordinary coarse sandpaper. It is necessary to clean the surface down to the woody layer. To prevent dust from entering the lungs and eyes, we use protective goggles and a respirator.

Stage 2.

Using sandpaper with fine crumbs, we process the surface of the cabinet so that it is perfectly smooth or has

Stage 3.

Using a damp cloth, wipe the entire surface of the cabinet from dust.

Stage 4.

Painting. It is best to use enamel paint that has a glossy color. For this example, glossy black enamel was chosen. It is best to apply the paint with a medium brush in an even thin layer without streaks. When the first coat of paint has been applied, the cabinet should dry for 24 hours. After that, a second layer of paint is applied so that there are no gaps.

The restored cabinet is now ready to use.

Example 4. Restoration of old chairs

Tool used:

  • screwdriver or screwdriver;
  • staple gun and staples or hammer and small nails;

Stage 1.

Using a screwdriver, unscrew the seat.

Stage 2.

We take the selected new upholstery for the chair, prepared in advance in size and spread it with the outer side to the top. Place the seat with the old upholstery in the center of the new upholstery. Using a staple gun, attach the new upholstery to the center of the seat (mark it). Make a mark on each side of the seat.

Stage 3.

Pulling on the fabric, stepping back from the center, we begin to fix the new upholstery with staples to the seat. It is best to use multiple staples to securely hold the fabric at the corners.

The final stage.

Using zigzag scissors, trim off the excess ends of the new upholstery.

We install the seat with the new upholstery in place and fix it with the screws that we unscrewed earlier.

The new chairs are ready to use.

Example 5. Restoration of an old chair

Used tools:

  • Sander;
  • three sets of sandpaper;
  • staple gun;
  • screwdriver or screwdriver.
  • respirator and goggles.
  • new upholstery.

Stage 1.

Using a screwdriver or screwdriver, we will disassemble the old chair into its component parts.

Do you want to create a unique interior at no extra cost?

Old furniture will help you with this, a photo of the alteration of which you can find with us. There are many ways to transform old, familiar items.

The choice of method depends on the purpose of using the furniture and the type of coating, as well as its condition at the time of the renovation.

You can find a step-by-step photo master class for making furniture with your own hands from old interior items on our website. The furniture renovation process includes two main stages:

  • repair;
  • decoration.

Let's consider in more detail what to focus on.

Repair of tables

Tables are distinguished by functionality into writing, dining, kitchen and magazine tables. Depending on their purpose, their structure also differs, and, consequently, the process of restoration. Typically, dining tables consist of 4 legs, a bow and a table top. They can be solid or folding. When reworking such furniture, it is worth paying Special attention the condition of all elements, as well as their fastening. The legs should be the same, no damage. They can be replaced if necessary.

The table top, in turn, is the main part of the table. Its surface must be smooth, free from grooves, crevices and corrosion. If necessary, you can use wood putty to achieve the desired effect. With its help, you can easily and quickly eliminate all surface imperfections. If necessary, it can also be used when repairing legs. The same scheme is used when repairing coffee tables.

Kitchen tables have their own characteristics. Before proceeding with the repair, it is necessary to carry out a complete inspection. this subject interior. The strength of the countertop plays an important role. She must withstand heavy loads and physical stress. In this regard, the foundation on which it is installed must also be strong.

An example of using wood putty to help fix all the unevenness of an old countertop

Note! Kitchen tables are not only a place to work, but also used for storage kitchen utensils... For this, drawers, shelves and doors are built into them. They should be given special attention.

If the table is equipped with shelves, then you should pay attention to their fasteners. If necessary, furniture store You can purchase special caps made of wood or plastic, and a thin, durable metal corner can also be used as an attachment for the shelves. Pay attention to the condition of the awnings with which the door is attached. It is best to replace them with new ones, as with frequent use this part lends itself to the greatest wear and tear.

The freshness of natural wood is given by special polishing agents that can be found in any hardware or furniture store.

If the table is equipped with drawers, then check how firmly their sides and bottom are connected. To facilitate their use, you can replace the fittings with which the drawers are pulled out. You can buy it at a furniture store. You can also buy there of various types comfortable handles.

Advice! When replacing awnings, choose ones that are designed for furniture. They will provide more convenient and reliable door operation.

When repairing a desk, you should pay attention to all of the above. After watching a detailed do-it-yourself workshop on remodeling old furniture, you can repeat it yourself.

Repair of cabinets and bedside tables

Each house has furniture that is designed for storage. As a rule, it is different types and the size of cabinets and cabinets. They can be different in height, depth, roominess. Moreover, each of them can become a real decoration of your apartment. To do this, see how to restore old furniture with your own hands next.

Quite an extravagant and extraordinary element of the interior - a bedside table from an old suitcase

First of all, it is worth inspecting all the shelf mounts and, if necessary, replacing them with new ones. You can also replace the drawer mounts with more functional and modern ones.

Door fixing methods may vary depending on size. Sheds are used for cabinets and small cabinets. They wear out quickly, so when carrying out repairs, it is best to replace them with new ones.

If you are remodeling a large wardrobe and it has movable doors, then over time, its fittings may also wear out. In a furniture store you can find special fastening rollers for sliding doors cabinet.

How impressive the restored old furniture looks in this case, see below in the photo.

Repair of chairs

It is hard to imagine any home without chairs. Today it is such an ordinary subject that few people pay attention to it. This can happen in two cases - either when the chair is properly designed as an interior item, or when it breaks down. We will consider how to come from the second option to the first.

The option of restoring old armchairs with covers in vintage style

The chair consists of three main elements:

  • legs;
  • seats;
  • backs.

All of them may fail sooner or later. If the legs become the cause of the breakage, then they must be firmly fixed, since otherwise the use of the chair becomes dangerous. If the seat breaks, then it can be replaced by cutting out a corresponding piece from plywood or fiberboard. The same can be done with the backrest. You can also soften the stool if you wish. To do this, a soft foam-based upholstery must be attached to the seat and backrest.

Advice! If you decide to install or replace the upholstery on the chair, it is best to use fabric stitched to the foam rubber. You can find one in a textile store, and it is worth fixing it with a construction stapler.

Old furniture: photos of design options using painting

As you know, any piece of furniture should be not only functional, but also attractive. Therefore, when old furniture is being updated, the photo of which you can see below, it is necessary to break down the work into several stages. The first step is surface preparation.

It is necessary to clean the furniture from traces of old paint, varnish, as well as from dirt. After that, it is necessary to putty the cracks, if any, and then apply a primer. Then you can apply the base. To do this, you need to choose a paint of the appropriate color.

New life of the frame of the old bed from natural wood- painting in delicate turquoise

Advice! It is best to use acrylic paint on water based... It does not contain toxic substances, does not emit a strong odor and dries quickly. This gives the surface a glossy, attractive appearance. But if you are good with an aerosol can, then it will work.

Decorating

The restoration of old furniture, photos of which are presented below, includes decor. you can use various techniques and combine them. The most common is decoupage. To do this, you need the following:

  • the required image printed on paper;
  • PVA glue;
  • glue brush;
  • varnish, preferably water-based acrylic;
  • brush for applying varnish.

Decoupage is a fascinating experience, and furniture made using this technique looks very gentle and unusual.

Advice! It is best to use large colored napkins with appropriate motives as the image.

Lubricate the surface with glue, gently attach and smooth the picture. Let everything dry a little, then open it with varnish. It is worth noting that there is no doubt about the effectiveness of using this method during the restoration of old furniture with your own hands.

One more not less interesting method decoration is the application of patterns using lace. To do this, you will need:

  • lace;
  • paint of the corresponding color;
  • Scotch.

Take a piece of lace and attach it to the place you plan to decorate. Secure the ends with tape. It is advisable to cover the rest of the area with paper or film. Apply paint with a brush or use aerosol cans. Let the product dry. Remove the tape, paper, and lace.

Advice! If you want to decorate large area, it is best to use a piece of guipure of the appropriate size.

Both of the above methods are quite effective. Instead of lace and guipure, you can use paper templates. As a rule, often when decoupage and restoration of old furniture, wallpaper left over after repair is used.

Padding of upholstered furniture

Over time, the upholstery of sofas and armchairs not only loses its attractive appearance, but can also sag strongly, become not as soft as before. But if you do not want to throw away your favorite piece of furniture or do not have the funds to buy a new one, you can carry out the hauling at home.

Refurbished shabby chic dining room

Detailed master class how to remodel furniture with your own hands, and photo examples are presented on our website. You need to purchase the appropriate fabric from which the new upholstery will be made. This could be:

  • barakan;
  • velours;
  • leatherette;
  • crepe;
  • alcantara;
  • leather, etc.

The choice of material for upholstery depends on your financial capabilities. You can buy it both in a textile and in a specialized furniture store. You will also need construction stapler and staples to it.

It is best to get rid of old upholstery. It can be fixed with glue. In this case, you will need construction knife or (if staple brackets are attached) you will need to use a flat-blade screwdriver. After removing the old cover, start installing a new one.

Small master class on replacing the upholstery of an old pouf

Cut off the required piece of upholstery, attach it so that the edges go into the place where the old one ends, and attach with a stapler. You can carry out such manipulations both with the soft part, and with the back and by-lines.

If the upholstered furniture has lost its volume and softness, they can be returned by replacing the foam rubber. It must be fixed with special small studs. If you are afraid that such manipulations are beyond your power, then you can stick the foam rubber over the old upholstery and cover it with a new one. But it should be borne in mind that the furniture should not lose its functionality.

Add new volume to the seat of an old chair

You can add any volume to your product. To do this, it is necessary to choose foam rubber of the appropriate thickness. If a folding mechanism is present, then after the constriction it should function as before.

Advice! If you need to replace the upholstery and restore its volume, it is advisable to use fabric stitched to foam rubber. You can purchase one from a specialist store, or you can sew both materials yourself.

Decoration of upholstered furniture upholstery

If you change both layers of upholstery, you can apply different types of decoration options that will give your furniture a more aesthetic look. There are many ways to do this. We'll look at two of the most common:

  1. The fabric used for the stretch can be stitched in with patterned seams. This will create a special decorative effect.
  2. Purchase buttons or textile clips and use them to tighten the fabric and foam rubber, joining them together.

Updating upholstered furniture with a cover

More economical and in a simple way hide stains is the tailoring of covers. To do this, you can pick up any fabric you like. It is important that it is durable. The most commonly used for this purpose:

  • barakan;
  • velours;
  • velvet;
  • jeans;
  • coarse calico;
  • other.

Having taken measurements for the size of the sofa, you can sew a cover that will cover the back, seat and, if necessary, the leg of your sofa.

A small workshop on sewing a removable cover for a pouf

When making a cover, you can use a variety of decor techniques. You can put embroidery in a certain place. If you wish, you can sew on the applique. For this, fragments of the pattern are cut out of pieces of fabric and sewn to the base, forming a single picture.

You can also apply the currently popular patchwork - the art of making products from rags. In this case, you can use pieces of old unnecessary things to make a cover.

Updating the story with plywood

Scuffs, stains and even torn upholstery on the backside can be hidden with a special overlay. To make it you will need:

  • plywood;
  • small metal corners;
  • the smallest furniture screws.

You can cut the plywood yourself or ask for help from specialists where you will purchase it. You will need 5 pieces according to the size of your book. The cover should cover the outside, inside, back, front and top. After making measurements, just make 5 corresponding rectangles and fasten them from the inside of the structure using corners and self-tapping screws.

Further, it is enough to simply put on the structure on the past. It can not only play the role of decoration, but also be quite functional. You can use the overlay as a mini table. If necessary, apply paint or decorate it in any way convenient for you.

Advice! After making the plywood trim, sand it on both sides. sandpaper.

Do not rush to throw out old furniture - give it new life... Beloved interior items with deformed doors, curved side pillars, peeled varnish, loose fittings and unfashionable handles can be transformed on their own at home. Usually, remodeling old furniture does not require large financial costs and any specific abilities, skills. The main thing that is necessary for renewal is the desire to create.

The kitchen is the most visited place in the apartment. Therefore, the kitchen set very quickly loses its attractive appearance:

  • the fittings wear out, because of this, the doors sag and uneven gaps appear between the facades,
  • doors bend, bend, swell and crack due to temperature changes and exposure to moisture,
  • the outer layer of the countertop is erased,
  • drops of grease, dust and dirt adhere to the body and front part,
  • handles and other metal fittings rust.

There are two ways to tidy up the kitchen furniture: contact the furniture shop to order new facades and countertops, or do the restoration yourself.

Most in an easy way in the execution is considered repainting of facades. True, this method is suitable exclusively for doors made of solid wood, frame and painted MDF... It is not recommended to paint chipboard and film MDF.

Patina effect on frame MDF

Repainting the cupboard doors in White color

Decoupage kitchen furniture

Art painting kitchen set

Blinds - an original alternative to the usual doors

Bright film on kitchen doors

To give new look in the kitchen, it is very easy to replace the visible furniture fittings: handles, supports (legs), baseboards on the countertop.

New handles on kitchen furniture

In addition to the kitchen unit itself, you can update dinner table by replacing the annoying countertop with a glass one; stools and chairs, upholstered upper part new fabric or decorating the legs; change the appearance of the refrigerator to match the new look.

Padding the kitchen stool

Sticking a film with a picture on the refrigerator

Changing the chair

How to remodel an old furniture wall

The main principle of reworking a furniture wall is the replacement of the front part. Here, as in the kitchen, it is recommended to use the decoupage technique, gluing a bright film, repainting the doors, inserting glass instead of chipboard or MDF. It is also possible to divide the main blocks into several independent structures. Installing new legs and handles is also relevant.

Repainting in a light tone

Wallpaper or foil on old furniture doors

Sticking fabric on the doors

Decoupage on a furniture wall

Drawing on old living room furniture

Vinyl stickers on the facades

Household rope on the furniture wall

Replacing doors on the old wall: photos before and after the alteration

Restoration of dressers: photos of successful transformations

A chest of drawers is most often not an independent piece of furniture, but furniture that complements the suite in the bedroom, hallway, nursery, living room. Therefore, when reworking it, you should arrange the chest of drawers as close as possible to the design of large structures.

Dresser door fabric

Country-style wooden facades

Film and new furniture fittings on the chest of drawers (replacement of handles, legs, gluing the oracle

Sticking antique tulle on the glass doors of the dresser

Vinyl themed stickers on old furniture

Decoupage chest of drawers "antique"

Repainted chest of drawers: rework in youth style

Restoration with leather substitute

New "old" bed: ideas from furniture makers

Bedroom furniture is always individual. It is best if it reflects the character of its owners. Therefore, when reworking a bedroom set, you should be guided by your own preferences in choosing a new design for beds, wardrobes, bedside tables.

Most budget way change the appearance of the bed - equip it with a new headboard, because the rest of the structure can be easily covered with a beautiful bedspread. For those who are not looking for easy ways, it is proposed to upholster the bed with leather or textiles with a soft foam layer.

Additional soft fabric element on the headboard

Revival of the wardrobe

In wardrobes, only the front part is usually redone, that is, the doors themselves. To be more precise, the insertion into sliding system... A tired wardrobe can be updated by changing only the appearance of the facades. Moreover, in this case, it is not even necessary to disassemble the doors and change the internal filling of the profile - it is enough to apply a new pattern on the glass, paint a mirror or glue a film with colorful photographs.

Self-adhesive film on the wardrobe

Wallpaper pasted on cabinet facades

Wardrobe Stickers: Budget Renovation of Old Furniture

DIY drawing using a stencil

New leather upholstery for sliding wardrobe doors

Metamorphoses of children's furniture: photo gallery

Redesigning children's furniture is always fun. Here's where you can get the most out of your creativity, imagination, and creativity. Bright colors, unusual shapes, sophisticated structures, amazing prints and many, many illustrations, stickers, soft decor.

Multi-colored foil on facades and chairs

Alteration of the rack: before and after photos

Bright painted doors to the nursery

Children's watercolor on an old cabinet, modified stool and coffee table

Furniture for the nursery from the Soviet wall

Decoupage technique for nursery

An abandoned attic, a box with broken children's toys, oversized souvenirs, trash on the balcony and the like are a treasure trove of the most incredible ideas for reworking old furniture. Each of these places contains many unused items that may well come in handy for the restoration of unsightly, neglected furniture.

13.10.2015

You inherited furniture set the beginning of the last century, or is the house gathering dust with well-worn chairs and dressers, with which it is a pity to part? Congratulations! You have the opportunity, and most importantly, a suitable texture in order to minimum costs renovate old furniture and interiors, thereby transforming your home. You only need a couple of hours and a small set of repair materials. With their help and if you have a desire to create, you can achieve great results quickly and easily!

Before starting work, you need to prepare necessary materials... In order to renew old furniture, it is convenient to use paint in cylinders. In this case, you will only need a few aerosols of the desired shades. There is no need to purchase rollers of different sizes, multiple brushes and thinner. So, before we start painting, we carry out preparatory work... This stage cannot be neglected, because the quality of the painting and its durability largely depend on it.

  1. First of all, we clean the surface to be painted from dirt and dust, and then wipe it dry.
  2. We process varnished furniture with sandpaper.
  3. It is advisable to cover the surface with a special primer before painting. This will ensure the best possible adhesion of the paint to the coating.
  4. We cover with old newspapers or plastic wrap the area that we do not want to paint, and also protect the surrounding space from excess paint when spraying.
  5. We use masking tape to glue the parts of the furniture that cannot be painted, as well as to obtain an even edge of the painted area.
  6. We protect our hands with gloves.
  7. Before using the balloon, shake it vigorously for several minutes. Spraying is carried out from a distance of 25–30 cm from the surface to be painted.
  8. Designers advise to boldly use bright contrasting shades, decorate the surface with drawings, as well as decorative elements, colored film and various moldings. The main thing is not to be afraid to fantasize, be creative and realize your most unusual ideas!

Well, a selection of our photos will help you to look at old furniture in a new way!


1. In order for an old dark chest of drawers to turn into an original dressing table, it is enough to update it with bright paint. You can buy new handles for doors and drawers, or clean the cover of old ones with special means for cleaning metal products.


2. New interior design is not a reason to replace furniture. With the help of paint, you can change the shade of a table or chest of drawers, ideally fitting them into the entourage. Having pasted over the area around the moldings with masking tape, you can easily paint them in desired color... V in this case golden trims and handles perfectly decorate white chest of drawers.


3. A dull, unsightly chest of drawers, which I wanted to push into the darkest corner of the country, can become a real decoration of the living room. To do this, all its elements are painted with white paint. The boxes will stand out perfectly and the gray moldings will contrast with the main color. The color composition will be complemented by original silver handles.


4. Wood is an excellent texture to create decorative effects... This chest of drawers was painted white, after which the drawers were pasted over with colored film and highlighted with moldings. The new fittings give the composition a complete look, allowing the old furniture to be refurbished and turned into the perfect complement to the interior, decorated in light colors.


5. Take your time to get rid of your worn-out desk. The white shade will refresh and renew old furniture. And with the help of masking tape, you can experiment and create a pattern on the boxes that will help fit the table into the environment. In this case, the color shades of the drawers are ideally combined with the decorative shelves on the countertop.


6. An old cabinet can be repainted white in an hour and a half and its door can be creatively decorated with black squares. We process the inner space with a yellow paint spray can. Unusual handles perfectly complement new image your curbstone, which will decorate the hallway.


7. An old lacquered cabinet from Soviet times gets a new look with two contrasting shades. Their bold combination is perfectly complemented by thin moldings painted with golden paint. The handles on the doors are processed in the same way.


8. In order to update Grandma's old dresser, you can paint its frame with white paint, and make the drawers gray. Then, using a stencil and white paint, we create a magnificent openwork effect on them. New fittings will complement the look. By the way, the boxes can be swapped, after which your family will definitely decide that you have purchased new furniture!


9. From old curbstone you can make great serving table... Spray paint can help create smooth color transitions that look spectacular with a combination of contrasting shades. Minimum work - and such a great result!


10. The renewed dresser organically combines light and dark shades. With the help of masking tape on the boxes, an original decorative element... Hardware looks like new after applying golden paint.


11. Using stencils, you can easily update old furniture, making it trendy and stylish. This chest of drawers with the original ship design will now decorate the nursery. Contrasting color combinations look great here.


12. Old wooden chairs can be easily restored by painting the frame with bright paint and replacing the seat upholstery. In this case, the yellow paint is in perfect harmony with the golden pattern of the fabric. Original, practical and inexpensive!


13. You can make a bright designer chair! We paint the frame of the ancient exhibit with bright paint, change the seat upholstery and make striped covers to match the main shades. A small contrasting pad - and a harmonious look is complete!


14. Here's a creative coffee table that can be made using a stencil. First, paint the entire structure with white paint, wait until it dries completely, and then apply a stencil on the countertop and spray a bright blue tint. The new table is ready and fits perfectly into the interior!


15. Shabby wooden chest of drawers Is a great opportunity to create something special with your own hands. Bright sunny hues, interesting color combinations and new fittings will help renew old furniture and turn it into original decoration your bedroom.


16. A great solution: the green drawers of the chest of drawers are visually highlighted with thin moldings painted in white. Using masking tape, it is easy and simple to paint delicate pieces of furniture in the color you want. New drawer handles complement the attractive look of the chest of drawers.


17. The old nightstand has been transformed beyond recognition with the vibrant green paint and decorative film that has been applied to the tabletop. Old hardware was used - it was removed and painted black. Stunning decoration original interior!


18. Skillful hands turned the old bed into a small sofa, while its headboard became his back! The construction is painted white, the seat is covered with attractive fabric and the cute cushions complete the new look.


19. From the old grandmother's chest of drawers, an elegant dressing table for modern bedroom... Delicate pastel colors are complemented by the original pattern of the decorative film, which is pasted over the doors. Renovating old furniture is very easy, with great results with minimal effort!


20. A section of an old Soviet slide has been turned into an excellent storage cabinet. The base is painted white, the doors are covered with a decorative foil in a pleasant color and decorated with new fittings. Simple solutions- and a global restoration!


21. If you can paint, you can decorate the white dresser drawers with vibrant designs or intricate designs. To create them, choose colors that match the shades of the interior.


22. This folding table has been transformed by the yellow paint and the original pattern on the top. Using stencils, you can create a variety of color compositions that will perfectly fit your renovated furniture into the surroundings.


23. Old shabby desk began to look stylish and modern. Unusually shaped legs give it a graceful look, while light colors refresh and renew.


24. Renewing old furniture, or rather this bedside table, is easy and simple. It is enough to cover it with white paint, and draw the pattern on the doors with an ordinary marker with a thick nib, and then fix the result with colorless varnish. You can complete the work by installing new fittings. After all, manufacturers today offer a huge variety of handles and hinges of all shapes, colors and sizes.

25. If you no longer like the new coffee table - hurry up to paint! With the help of aerosol cans, we change the color of the frame - and now the updated piece of interior pleases the eye.

26. After being painted with bright colors, this garden group looks fresh and festive. The combination of contrasting shades looks winning, as well as bold accents created with the help of multi-colored pillows. Such garden furniture able to decorate any terrace.


27. We clean the surface of the old chest of drawers with a sandpaper, removing the peeling varnish. After that, we apply a primer and paint. In our case, the old hardware only emphasizes vintage style updated piece of furniture. Fashionable, creative and tasteful!


28. Using paint, you can update old furniture and combine the table and chairs from different groups into a single composition. We paint the table white, and cover the seats of the chairs with white cloth. Fresh furniture is pleasing to the eye!


29. Looking for something new? The kitchen cabinet can be changed beyond recognition by repainting its frame and drawers in one color, and the countertop in another, as well as installing new handles. Feel free to experiment with colors and accessories!


30. Do not rush to send the old Soviet-era table-book to the landfill. With the help of stencils and paint, you can create a fancy drawing on furniture, after which you won't even need a tablecloth on such a table.


31. Children's furniture should be bright and attractive! You can update old furniture and create unique interior together with the child, painting the table and chairs. Add more colors and contrasting combinations, fun designs and patterns. At such a table, your baby will sit with great pleasure.


32. Old chairs will look like new after painting and replacing the upholstery. Minimum effort - and great results!


33. This shabby stool now looks bright and fresh. Pleasant contrasting shades allow old furniture to be refreshed with a new look. A comfortable and practical stool will become a real decoration of the kitchen or dining room.


34. And this is how you can update the stool for the nursery. With the help of bright shades of paint, old and worn furniture has become fashionable and creative. Agree, such a beautiful stool is a place in the new nursery!


35. White interior color - one of the newfangled modern trends. Light furniture looks light and elegant. At the same time, there is no need to spend significant funds - you can update your chest of drawers with high-quality paint with your own hands, making it an effective element of a fashionable interior.


36. The old mirror frame will look like new after painting. A spectacular shade will help her return to its former chic, and you - to refresh the interior!


37. Color accents are very important in creating a modern interior. You can decorate the room in two primary colors, and with the third, you can emphasize the details. Spray paint will help to give the items the desired shade, say golden.


38. 39, 40. Bright doors will become a real decoration of the interior, highlighting the excellent taste of its owners. With the help of masking tape and high-quality paint in cans, you can give the canvas and door frame any, even the most daring shade, as well as create an effective combination of contrasting colors.


41. Feel free to experiment with contrasting shades! Such furniture will reflect your personality and creativity.


42, 43, 44. Bright colours, interesting combinations of shades, new fittings - and you won't recognize a shabby chest of drawers! Renovating old furniture is easy and simple with spray paint. It's just a small matter - choose colors, add imagination and create the interior of your dreams!


45. Designers do not have the concept of "outdated furniture" - only vintage, which means, certainly fashionable! Add fresh shades and create an original interior!


46. Masking tape can help you create creative geometric compositions on your furniture. Add accessories to match the selected shades - and enjoy the new look of your home!


47. Bold, bold hues will transform old furniture, which in turn will refresh the room and fill it with inspiration. After all, after painting a shabby table, you will want to change everything around!


48. You can paint the outside of the rack with one color, and its inner space- to others. It will turn out bright, bold and original!


49. With spray paint and your imagination, it’s easy and simple to renovate your old garden furniture. The most unexpected decision- sometimes the most true. Choose a creative path in order to create original garden compositions!


50. Bright fresh shades of the updated furniture will fill you with positivity and return a magnificent summer mood. The world around you becomes more beautiful with Motip spray paints!

When starting to update furniture, do not be afraid of minor difficulties that you may have to face. After all, an excellent result will be a reward for your work and will inspire you to create a unique original interior of your home!

What can be done from an old cabinet? There is no need to rush to throw it away or give it away. Let's take a closer look at some options with cabinet use ideas.

Desktop

From the walls of the cabinet, you can design a work table for children. And from the shelves to make closed drawers for the table. Then carefully connect everything and sand it with sandpaper. Then apply several coats of wood varnish.

Important! Let the first coat dry well, then apply the second.

Curbstone

Make a versatile nightstand out of an old cabinet. Such a new piece of furniture will always come in handy. After all, you can put any accessories in it that will always be at hand. Drawings with patterns will give originality to the curbstone. And to make the cabinet look more comfortable, place a flower plant in a pot on top of it.

Wrapping or painting the cabinet

Refresh old wardrobe and give it a second life, very simple. The main thing is to choose the right material for pasting. Self-adhesive wallpaper will do.

Reference! Before pasting, you need to unscrew the handles at the cabinet for a while, then you will get an amazing effect.

If you stopped the choice to paint in part, then pick up a varnish or special paint to match the color of your apartment interior. The assortment in hardware stores has a wide selection for every color and taste.

Important! Style is given by two species painting. Recommended for example in the form of black and white, etc.

Shelf in the garage

Depending on the size of the old cabinet, you can do it yourself a shelf of any size in the garage. Since there are almost always many different tools scattered in the corners in the garage, that's what a shelf is required for. Shelf assembly takes less than an hour.

Sideboard

The sideboard is done in several stages:

  1. Make an ordinary rectangular bedside table and screw a light back half from the cabinet on both sides to the back. And for more beauty, add a mirror with holders along the edges of the contour.
  2. In a cabinet with inside attach two slats for the shelves.

Floor stand for flowers

The stand can be made in any shape. Ideological version in the form of a square pyramid. This stand will fit much more flower pots... Geometric shapes are the fashion trend of the 21st century. Originality without repetition. In a store, such a stand is unlikely to be found and purchased.

Important! The bottom square needs to be more solid and stable, because the bulk of the flower pots and pyramidal structures will press on the bottom.

Potato box

Most quick way making such a drawer from an old cabinet is suitable for storing large amounts of potatoes. Just put the cabinet on the back wall, open the door and pour in the potatoes. If a much smaller size is required, then disassemble the old cabinet and assemble a regular drawer from the walls. To add beauty, you can design a lid with a lock or a latch.

Soft ottomans for the hallway

Remove the shelves and connect them together to make a square. On the upper part, put foam rubber to size and trim with a cloth. The walls of the ottoman can be painted in any suitable color.

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