Do you see the potential? If you peek inside, you'll see the hardware exists for two shelves, but the shelves are missing.
Plus, there is damage to the veneer on the sides. Someone used packing tape to hold it together. At least it isn't duct tape! haha.
DIY TIME
First order of business, I glue down the loose veneer and putty it with wood filler to fix it up. Then, I removed the mirror from the cabinet door. I have nothing against mirrors, but I want to change up the look and function of this cabinet.
Next, I search my stash to find some boards suited for shelving. I find two pieces of cabinet-grade plywood the exact width I need, then cut them down to length with my miter saw. Since the edges of the ply are not super pretty, I then apply veneer strip. Such a cool product! You can see how I used this same veneer on a Mid Century sewing desk.
Last, I cut up panels of tongue & groove that I have leftover from our remodel to fit the door panel. Here's my non-mirrored medicine cabinet in the rough.
NEXT STEPS
Now, obviously, I'm not going to leave it in this raw state, so I break out my paint brush and give it a few coats of this seconds color on the outside, and a contrasting color on the inside.
Then, after the paint cures, I want to add my own personal touch to the front panel. You know I love typography, right? To finish it off, I create a graphic in my software, then use my transfer method to get it on the door.
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THE REVEAL
Finally, my little mirrored medicine cabinet makeover has a new lease on life with a bit of savvy flair.
Who's coming over to my Sociable Swan Eating House? I'll cook! tee hee hee. This was so fun for me and I hope you enjoy it too. Now for the inside...
Not only are the shelves adjustable, but they also offer ample storage,. As a result, it makes this a perfect cabinet for any room in your home. Also, if you'd like to add it to your home story, it's available in my online shop. (SOLD)
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