Prefab to Fabulous Upcycled Playhouse

Alisha Lime
by Alisha Lime
3 Materials
$300
4 Hours
Medium

Keeping little ones busy at home can be a challenge! I wanted a play area with a playhouse for my little one but I didn't want to spend a ton of money. Here's how I upcycled a tired playhouse to get the look I wanted for cheap!

I searched online for a used playhouse and found one cheap on a buy and sell. 


After reassembling I gave it a good clean and very light sanding.



I decided to build a base to keep the playhouse off the ground. The base also makes a great front and side porch. The playhouse was 3 ½’ x 3 ½’ so I made the base 5’ x 5’. 


I built two platforms using pressure treated 2” x 4”s and plywood cut in half to 5’ x 2 ½’.


I used some exterior stain to seal the plywood. I found stain in the mis-tint bin for only $9 a gallon!





I used some left over exterior paint and my spray gun and gave the inside and out a coat of white paint. On the roof I used a black stain but paint would work as well.

I built some cute accessories with some cedar cut offs from another project. A mailbox, workbench and serving area add so much character. I also made a mini pinecone wreath for the front door.

Once we had the playhouse in position, I dug out a little walkway and placed some bricks I had laying around. I also planted a Boxwood bush for the front garden.

So far the playhouse is a big hit with my little one!

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  • Arlene Kevitz Arlene Kevitz on Oct 06, 2020

    How do you keep the rain out? I don't see any windows or overhangs.

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