What can I do with an old bookcase?

Posted on by Muna Meyer

What can I do with an old bookcase?

  1. DIY Repurposed Bookcase Bar Table.
  2. Easy Bookcase Headboard.
  3. Upcycled Bookcase Coffee Table.
  4. DIY Bookcase Container Garden.
  5. Repurposed Bookcase Lockers.
  6. Adorable Recycled Bookcase Dollhouse.
  7. Upcycled Bookcase Double Work Station.
  8. DIY Bookcase Dress Up Closet.

Can bookshelves be recycled?

Anything Can Be Repurposed When it comes to bookshelves, anything is possible. Some scrap metal, old wood, trunks, bricks, you name it, can all be stylishly used to create a brand new vintage bookshelf.

How do you refurbish an old bookshelf?

How to Refinish a Bookcase

  1. Remove old paint.
  2. Sand the surface.
  3. Pay attention to details in the woodwork.
  4. Fill any dents, scratches or divots.
  5. Sand the entire bookcase a second time.
  6. Remove all traces of dust.
  7. Apply an oil-based stain.
  8. Seal the bookcase.

How do I organize my bookshelf items?

Rule of thumb, according to Klugh: Put heavier objects, like art books or storage bins, on the bottom of the shelves. Lighter objects, like paperbacks, should go toward the top. “You want to feel like it’s well rounded,” Klugh says of the bookshelf.

How do you remove built in bookshelves?

  1. Open the doors or door on the cabinet.
  2. Hold a reciprocating saw vertically, with the blade centered on the front of the shelf.
  3. Tap upward on one side of the shelf with a rubber mallet.
  4. Tap on the pie-shaped section to break it off, if necessary, and remove it from the cabinet.

How do you recolor bookshelves?

Paint and Stain Painting or staining your bookcase will transform it into a new piece of furniture. Paint your bookcase a new vibrant or neutral color if it is made of wood or particle board. Apply a primer first (based on the paint type and color you’ve selected) and let it dry.

How do you refinish a built in bookshelf?

Built in Bookcase Makeover

  1. Step 1: Lightly sand the entire piece and apply the stain blocker.
  2. Step 2: Apply 2-3 coats of the paint color of choice.
  3. Step 3: Apply 2-3 coats of high performance top coat.
  4. Tips for getting the best results on your top coat.