10 New Uses for Old Dressers

  • Space for a Sink. 1/11. Make a big splash in the bathroom by repurposing an old dresser as a vanity.
  • Dressed for Dinner. 2/11.
  • Drawer Decor. 3/11.
  • Spring Wardrobe. 4/11.
  • Tune In. 5/11.
  • No Monster Under the Bed. 6/11.
  • Open to New Possibilities. 7/11.
  • Approach the Bench. 8/11.

What can I turn my dresser into?

Dresser Transformations

  • Turn a dresser into a bookshelf.
  • Turn a dresser into an entryway table (or sofa table).
  • Turn a dresser into a bathroom vanity.
  • Turn a dresser into a bench.
  • Turn a dresser into a kitchen island.
  • Turn a dresser into a desk.
  • Turn a dresser into a garden potting bench.

How do I update my dresser?

  1. 5 Ways to Update Your Dresser. Delivery Day.
  2. House of colors. Painting your dresser is a great way to update it, so let your imagination loose and creativity fly.
  3. Wallpaper Design. Wallpapering your dresser makes anyone ask, where did you get that?!
  4. Cover it up!
  5. New knobs.
  6. Mirrors.

Can you shorten a dresser?

You can even remove 1 or 2 of the drawers to create open shelf storage for magazines, books, remotes, etc. I have seen some really great dressers cut in half or cut down to make an entryway bench with a seat on top and a drawer underneath.

What do I need to repaint a dresser?

Things You’ll Need

  1. Oil or water-based latex paint.
  2. Paintbrush or foam roller.
  3. White oil or water-based primer.
  4. Clear coat varnish.
  5. Medium-grit sandpaper (80-100 grit)
  6. Screwdriver.
  7. Disposable paint tray.
  8. Updated drawer hardware (optional)

How do I make new furniture look old?

7 Creative Ways to Give New Life to Old Furniture

  1. Add or replace legs.
  2. Add a little style with paper.
  3. Paint doors or drawers.
  4. Paint the whole thing.
  5. Replace the hardware.
  6. Cut it in half.
  7. Use it for something different entirely.

How do you turn a kitchen sink into a dresser?

How do you turn a dresser into a sink?

  1. Purchase the sink first, fit to the dresser top measurements.
  2. Trace the sink hole.
  3. Cut along the lines.
  4. Lay the sink in the opening and breath a sigh of relief when the sink fits in the hole.
  5. Finish the dresser top.
  6. Coat & protect the dresser top.
  7. Attach the sink to top.

What to do with old dressers?

How to Revamp an Old Dresser with Old Maps. via freshome.com. Such a clever way to revamp your ugly old dresser. Use old maps to make the dresser fir your modern home. With the help of scissors, Mod Podge, a sponge brush and several damp paper towels glue the maps onto the wood. Paint the dresser in a preferred color and you are done.

What is a dresser furniture?

A dresser is a piece of furniture. The term has a long history and has had several different meanings throughout its history. Originally, a dresser was a piece of furniture for use in the dining rooms of the wealthy.

What is a dresser drawer?

A three-drawer dresser is a handy piece of furniture to repurpose or transform due to its shape and size. Finding a way to reuse an old dresser in the kitchen, bathroom, living room or entryway can save you money and produce a custom piece that suits your style.