Operation Functional Closet Space
We all have that one child who refuses to use their hangers leaving the floor covered or the closet a mess. Turn that wasted closet space into something more useful
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Step 1 the before
Start by removing all items from the closet including these existing shelf and hanger rod. In my case this was as simple as removing 3 screws on each side.
Step 2 build new shelf
In this step I cut 3 pieces of 1x4 pine board to line the upper portion this will hold a new shelf as well as hooks to use instead of hangers
Step 3 painted walls
Painted walls of closet using some left over paint from another project. This is a Sherwin Williams peppercorn. Also added to supports in this step these will support the hanging desk 1/2 black pipe and fittings sizing is specific to each project.
Step 4 desk build
Using a piece a 1x18 glued pine I cut to size needed in my case this was 4ft. leaving enough to support the side. This was the secured with screws to the supports added in the previous step. The 2 smaller shelves were added for decoration purposes
Step 5 stain
After adding some LED lights to make this space a little more bright and exciting I lightly ran a palm sander over everything as most of the wood was already smooth. Using a sponge brush I stained all wood using a min wax early American stain
Step 6 storage doors
In the final step I assembled some custom cabinet doors Using some left over materials to hide the items placed on the shelves added above. followed by moving all gaming equipment and decor into the space.
Finishing touch
Quick view of every boys dream gaming area equipped with game chair and color changing lights
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This is awesome. I may just have to build me a desk in my office and let my daughter in law take my desk. I will have to do some reconfiguring to make it work but I'm sure that my husband and I can make it work. Thank you for sharing. 😃👍
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Most closets don't have outlets.
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What did you do with the clothes
This looks great and should be useful!! But, what does you sone do with his clothes??
I'm sure tee shirts and golf style shirt could be forlded for a drawer, but where does he hang his dress shirts, pants, jackets, etc. I didn't know anyone could do without at least one closet. Please explain!! Tks.
Wonderful a kids dream space with so many options as they grow. Wish I had a space like this when I was a kid. Great grandchildren have a Grammy with ideas now. Hmmm they won't want to leave. 😂😂😂 Thank you for sharing.