I'd like to transform this into something modern

Gail Jones
by Gail Jones
I'd like transform this. Into something modern
What could I do with this unit?
  18 answers
  • Sus10204530 Sus10204530 on Sep 20, 2016
    Pinterest is the place to look!
  • Brenda Hand-Amunrud Brenda Hand-Amunrud on Sep 20, 2016
    This would make a good dry bar. You could make wine bottle storage behind the glass door. Make a place to store drink ware behind the doors. I would paint it a new color to match your decor. I would also highlight the rope detail in gold or silver. The pulls would have to be changed of course. I have an antique radio that I have been dying to do this to, but my husband won't let me.
  • Lori Lori on Sep 20, 2016
    Get out the paint!!!!! Susubcrafter is right go to Pinterest, search out cabinet and dresser updates and pay close attention to the metallic ones. Modern Masters metalic paint is often used to update these and new modern hardware. I've used it and the results are wonderful.
  • She7356447 She7356447 on Sep 21, 2016
    Upgrade the handles. Remove the glass door and paint
  • Tammy Rose Colenaty Tammy Rose Colenaty on Sep 21, 2016
    I look at that cabinet and I think it would make a great artist cabinet. Put in cubbies to hold paper and use the shelf for small paints. Use Copper paint to spray tin cans your favorite color, Use them to hold brushes and rollers, etc.... I really like it. It should be a lot of fun. Good Luck!!
  • Patricia Patricia on Sep 21, 2016
    What a nice looking cabinet and a fun project! I would chalk paint it and change the hardware. I'm not sure of your color scheme, but Provence (blue) with the rope trim painted white would be beautiful. And there are lots of fun knobs available at Hobby Lobby. Good luck!
  • Johnchip Johnchip on Sep 22, 2016
    I would consider putting it up on Craig's List and replacing with something nicer that you like and will serve whatever function you actually need there.
  • Kathy Bettis Marez Kathy Bettis Marez on Sep 22, 2016
    Chalk paint this baby! Depending on the look you're going for in the living space, you might consider leaving the top wood tone. Or paint the entire piece and apply darker wax to that lovely detail along the edge. Change out the hardware for something with an edgier, more modern look. I think this could be stunning! And the best part about chalk painting is that it's very forgiving. You can even change the color, quite easily. Best of luck with this project.
  • Lizzy L Lizzy L on Sep 23, 2016
    What Patricia said!
  • KNewton KNewton on Sep 24, 2016
    The veneer is lovely and they don't make those anymore. Please don't paint it. If it isn't to your liking sell it to someone who appreciates the old stuff.
  • Debi Debi on Sep 24, 2016
    if it's not an exceptional piece I'd be tempted to chalk paint it and high light the roping detail with an aging glaze. The current handles look off - I'd change those out. The biggest thing I'd change would be to remove the front middle glass door and open up the shelving inside. Maybe add a shelf.
  • Christine L. Deppe Christine L. Deppe on Sep 24, 2016
    Agree with knewton
  • Kelley Kelley on Sep 27, 2016
    Sloan Chalk Paint and new hardware,make it look olde time french furniture if it goes with your decor
  • Ellen Albers Ellen Albers on Sep 27, 2016
    Agree with KNewton...this piece is in good condition and sought after. Find something in crappy shape to make shine.
  • Rrdjag Rrdjag on Sep 28, 2016
    Changing out the hardware to something more streamlined would change the looks significantly.
  • Ginny Ginny on Oct 01, 2016
    Many years ago, I took an old hi-fidelity/radio cabinet (records before stereo), had the insides removed, added shelving and now use it to store candles, candle holders, and small ornaments. It sits proudly in my dining rm. and dates back to 1952...still looking good. Had a piece of glass cut to size for the top to prevent watermarks. I would keep the glass and display attractive crystal or china.
  • Lizzy L Lizzy L on Oct 02, 2016
    Paint it with Annie Sloan chalk paint in a lighter color, including the hardware. If you've never done it before, check online tutorials. That color wood may need to be shellacked before painting, so it doesn't bleed through.
  • Gail Jones Gail Jones on Oct 06, 2016
    Thanks for all ur advice