Storage Cabinet

It's easy to recycle old furniture using spray paint. You can quickly transform a battered old set of drawers into a useful and attractive storage cabinet, full of those little things you need every day. Inexpensive label plates from the hardware store are a stylish way to label your cabinet drawers, and are easy to fit.

 

You'll need

Old wooden drawer set
Four label plates (or as many as you have drawers)
Coarse sandpaper
Newspaper
Screwdriver

Gray Primer

Gloss Medium Gray

Satin Summerleaf

Hints & tips

"Make sure that you test the paint on an inconspicuous area to ensure compatibility and adhesion."

You can spray a cabinet with spray paint
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Step by step guide
Step Number1
Garage storage before

Remove drawers. Clean thoroughly with a damp cloth, and lightly sand all the surfaces to remove any flaky varnish. Place on newspaper in a well-ventilated working area.

 
Step Number2

Mask any areas you don't want to paint, such as the inside of the drawers.

 
Step Number3
Garage storage step 2

Prime the bare wood with Gray Primer, and leave to dry.

 

 
Step Number4

Apply your final color using a smooth, even action for a professional finish. We used Gloss Medium Gray. Apply a coat of Satin Pastel Green to the label plates.

 

 
Step Number5

When the plates and cabinet are dry, screw the plates into position. Replace drawers.

 
Step Number6


Note: Always follow usage instructions on the reverse of Valspar spray paint cans.