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From Old Dresser to Bench Seat!

by Colleen
(IC: homeowner)
6 Materials
Don't throw out that old dresser! Repurpose it!
Take all the drawers out and keep only the two bottom drawers - a six drawer dresser like this is ideal but not necessary. You could get creative with just about any dresser!
Using a hand saw and/or Skill saw, remove all the drawer framing and backing of the dresser. Then strip and sand off any paint if painted..
Measure 1/4" plywood to fit the back, bench seat and inside sides to fit exactly and glue into place (use clamps as needed).
Use 1x3 boards to finish the edging along the plywood.
Next, paint your piece the color of choice and poly or wax to finish
Put the 2 bottom drawers in.
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Published November 10th, 2016 10:16 AM
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Shirley Lea on Apr 08, 2023
That’s awesome! I love it I would love to try this.
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Where or what did you use for the front under the drawers. The front piece closed to the floor