Before throwing away old furniture, consider giving it a new purpose. Many pieces can be transformed with little effort, saving money on storage, décor, and organization. Let’s consider a few pieces that may be in that spare room or back of the garage.
Dressers
- Turn into a bathroom vanity.
- Remove drawers and add baskets for entryway storage.
- Convert drawers into under-bed storage boxes.
- Use individual drawers as wall shelves.
Wooden Ladders
- Blanket rack.
- Towel holder.
- Plant display.
- Magazine rack.
Chairs
- Plant stand.
- Bedside table.
- Towel rack.
- Garden decoration.
Bookshelves
- Kitchen pantry organizer.
- Craft supply storage.
- Mudroom cubbies.
- Bench with storage when placed horizontally.
Headboards and Footboards
- Garden bench.
- Porch swing.
- Coat rack.
- Decorative wall display.
File Cabinets
- Garage storage.
- Potting station.
- Workshop organizer.
- Outdoor grill prep station.
Entertainment Centers
- Coffee bar.
- Home office station.
- Craft center.
- Linen storage cabinet.
A little paint, new hardware, or a different location can make old furniture useful again. Before buying something new, look around the house. The solution may already be there.
Everyday Genius will provide little tricks every week. Big wins.
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