You can adjust the strength of the hinges on the hinges themselves… I have the same cabinets
@thatsockwrd82854 жыл бұрын
Bumping to the top ^
@automaton-in-love4 жыл бұрын
I hope they see this! 🤞
@deborahjohnson78804 жыл бұрын
Kelsey... please look at this!!
@MllesBrash4 жыл бұрын
Bop to the top 👆
@kb98474 жыл бұрын
I hope she sees this!! I mean she did ask for advice on them!! haah
@imuhstarr4 жыл бұрын
would loved to have been in the Ikea parking lot to see Kelsey reenacting her interactions/process alone
@heyitskir87284 жыл бұрын
Tell me why I was so sad when she primed the top piece, that wood with the white looked soooo good😭
@miraxterrik4 жыл бұрын
exactly! funnily Ikea has a line of living room furniture in that style. I have the TV stand, and i love the look.
@kirstinedybergalbrektsen48024 жыл бұрын
I think she should stain it, that would look really good too🤔😊❤️
@AchtungBabyZA4 жыл бұрын
I know right. Even a stain would've looked amazing on it
@marinetteroux84374 жыл бұрын
Yeah, the all-white makes it look kinda office-y...
@dualwinchesters4 жыл бұрын
Wood filler does not stain nicely even if its "stainable"
@babybell34074 жыл бұрын
I know its a pandemic and shopping in stores is complicated right now BUT I would LOOOOVEEE to see some sort of guide to buying wood at the hardware store. I always get so intimidated and confused. Watching the whole process of you doing it would be so helpful!! :)
@09hcoop4 жыл бұрын
Second this! I get so confident online then freak when i get there
@anonymousone96992 жыл бұрын
Aah my people! I would need a knowledgeable person to hold my hand through every step…at-least for several trips!
@edits_av-m3f4 жыл бұрын
Becky would have used a live edge wood for the top seat part
@Idontwantachann4 жыл бұрын
😂
@hannahrose77764 жыл бұрын
In my experience a “dry fit” is usually when you fit all the pieces of a project together before gluing it! Just FYI! Great video :)
@MzTweety2u4 жыл бұрын
Ann she might not see this great suggestion because you put it as a reply to another comment. Please repost to the video. So she can see! I hope she will consider your idea 💙
@PWingert19664 жыл бұрын
A friend of mine calls a dry fit the time you put things together before the beer gets there! LOL.
@BVoshol4 жыл бұрын
Oh... you're going to need some sort of fastening between those boards. Ideally would be some biscuits or dowels, but pocket holes would work. I think you're going to see the wood filler crack quite a bit in the future.
@vs29564 жыл бұрын
Hoo boy. I was looking for this comment.
@marissal97074 жыл бұрын
You are 100% correct.
@ExanthePRKL4 жыл бұрын
This. I was so nervous looking at that
@rattylol4 жыл бұрын
Ah, just put a cushion on it
@rtd17914 жыл бұрын
I was thinking just spring for a custom cut piece of wood. I didn’t think this was the item to save money on. I was also wondering about using those cabinets to support a person’s weight. They’re not designed for it. I hope there won’t be that many people sitting on the bench. I’m not convinced she saved that much money over a scratch build, particularly if she went with pine and/or MDF. I’m also worried about the hinges. My understanding is that hinges that support cantilevered weight are a specialty item, specifically designed for the purpose. Over time I think there will just be too much strain on the hinges. I think a Kallax shelving unit would have worked better than the cabinets, but maybe the measurements didn’t work. She must have wanted closed storage, because otherwise she could have just built a bench with cubbies below.
@beeff2224 жыл бұрын
Becky: Do you need help? Kelsey: NoOOOoo!! *Nearly breaks her back*
@dru25064 жыл бұрын
Me all the times.
@HarvestLuna4 жыл бұрын
We did a version of this. However we used drawers from their entertainment center section which you CAN add feet and you don’t have to worry about hinges because they are drawers. 👍🏼 It took us 1 day total to purchase and assemble.
@mapleleaf04 жыл бұрын
That's a great idea!
@PrincessJaetara4 жыл бұрын
Awesome! I was thinking that drawers would be much better but couldn't find anything at that depth... Do you have a link you could share? Thanks ;)
@HarvestLuna4 жыл бұрын
PrincessJaetara Hi! I believe we used the Besta unit. They are not too deep but they fit our space perfectly. You can also double up on the drawers and it would be tall enough to use as an entry way table w/ storage.
@zkj82373 жыл бұрын
Any video with drawers?
@marissal97074 жыл бұрын
So my safety takeaways from this video - wear protective eye wear and ditch the jewelry when doing any sort of construction, including but not limited to assembling Ikea cabinets. Got it!
@rattylol4 жыл бұрын
:D
@laserabella4 жыл бұрын
YES!!!
@GeeklingNo14 жыл бұрын
notice the masks being worn during the cutting part too. The dust can get in your lungs and having splinters inside your breathing apparatus leads to all sorts of health hazards!
@bobbiesindhar55544 жыл бұрын
I think a herringbone top would have been so cute if you were going to piece together wood
@valerieann27514 жыл бұрын
Bobbie Sindhar I was hoping the wood top would have been stained instead of painted. The finished product did look great tho
@amandao.80434 жыл бұрын
@@valerieann2751 I cringed when she painted the top white - a warm wood stain would have been so much better. Also that gap on the right side by the way would drive me nuts. Actually, building your own cabinet would have been better too - I'm really not agreeing with a lot of her choices lately. Personally, I think a split top with piano hinges to pull the top up is easier to load/unload things if she's using this as a front closet.
@PWingert19664 жыл бұрын
A
@SaraCaitlinBerg4 жыл бұрын
I thought this was going to be a making home episode 😭 Still a good one though
@as19J014 жыл бұрын
It technically is
@nope20754 жыл бұрын
Kelsey, for the wood top, next time, drill pocket holes first. Check out Dani Berger's farmhouse table. She does a step by step on how to create this exact thing.
@izzysalazar34234 жыл бұрын
Yes! This whole video I was thinking she should've done it as a collab with Danie!
@marissal97074 жыл бұрын
And Christina from DIY mommy also used the same method of making built ins with IKEA cabinets. 🤷🏽♀️
@emmastroud49114 жыл бұрын
Do you know where to find it? I keep trying to look but it looks like her website isnt working
Her Mom crying about building IKEA furniture. We've all been there.
@belindal91814 жыл бұрын
Just pay IKEA to build it for you. Worth every penny! 😊
@Kt-cn2rq4 жыл бұрын
😅 my brother had just a side table/night stand bought I was also crying since the steps so long for something so easy.
@KimberlyByrdV4 жыл бұрын
Belinda L YES
@cadence71104 жыл бұрын
I don’t know about you but the stool I built in 5 steps went together perfectly
@sp33ctrum4 жыл бұрын
I love building IKEA furniture, it's like a big puzzle! I think it's on of the best thinks about buying from IKEA 😅
@ikellerz12314 жыл бұрын
I have never been this early to a TSG vid! Wild stuff. I love doing built ins with knockdown cabinetry - makes the idea of a custom piece more approachable
@WordsByTheGigahertz4 жыл бұрын
Kelsey accumulating injuries for twenty two minutes
@lestranged4 жыл бұрын
Every episode has so many safety problems, it's just a matter of time until one of them gets a serious injury. No eye protection when drilling and sawing, 9:50 long hair hanging down when using the drill, climbing scaffolding without a safety strap, not taking rings and dangling necklaces off. It's honestly giving me anxiety, they do not take any shop safety precautions.
@ursuchariot4 жыл бұрын
i feel so so invested in this home now!!!! i absolutely can’t wait for the next “proper” episode 🥰
@MaverickMoses4 жыл бұрын
Good to know that expert DIY'ers like the Sorry Girls also struggle with Ikea furniture... 😬
@justbecca874 жыл бұрын
I'm very invested in seeing her solution to coat storage. Bring on the making home entry way episode sis 🙌🏼👀❤
@jamalrana85044 жыл бұрын
Every Tuesday I legit refresh KZbin all evening for the uploads. Tuesdays belong to the sorry girls. You killed this hack
@vanessap3864 жыл бұрын
what happened to Tuesday and Thursday?? Seriously disappointing.
@fuego55324 жыл бұрын
"On Tuesday's we watch The Sorry Girls" & if you dont, you can't sit with us!
@Tea070904 жыл бұрын
It was amazing to the point of primer on that beautiful light wood bench.. Why cover pretty wood...
@LoomofDreams4 жыл бұрын
Yes! I was thinking it would be so beautiful with a medium-dark stain.
@alysonlofgren33284 жыл бұрын
Agreed! When she primed it I was like noooooo because I definitely thought she was planning to stain it some gorgeous wood tone
@spiceandmice91354 жыл бұрын
at least the plan is to paint it and not leave it stark white, so that's a little better. She would have had to plan it without woodfill though, as others said
@BrittanyPollock4 жыл бұрын
I have those hinges on my kitchen uppers and you can adjust the pressure on them so they're not so violent (I have handle marks in my my ceiling from the install!)
@rsunberg4 жыл бұрын
I'm drafting up plans for a banquette in my dining room and this is so helpful! LOVE that you went with the 2x4 base. Excited to hear if you find a better hinge solution because I'm seriously considering those IKEA cabinets.
@Sara-jv8pr4 жыл бұрын
i'm literally liking and commenting on all your new videos to increase engagement so your videos get pushed out more because you guys are so underrated!!
@angemarie124 жыл бұрын
Guess I'll be making this for my dining room. It looks amazing. You two give me such courage when I'm afraid to tackle a project.
@amaiaamaiaa4 жыл бұрын
kels, 1) it looks dope and you did a good job, 2) I think it would benefit from some trim pieces and caulk to fill the gaps along the wall on the left and right sides, to give that proper “built-in” look. 3) Those hinges are usually adjustable, I would look into it or otherwise honestly return them 🤷🏻♀️ and 4) I’m not totally convinced about the joinery on those boards, I think you might see the wood filler cracking. For the future I think you should rip cut the rounded edges off with circular saw and a straight edge, and then pocket hole together the boards :) Great video as always though. House is coming together nicely!!
@LoomofDreams4 жыл бұрын
I think this turned out amazing! I wondered if large drawers might be an option instead of the hinged doors. I know the Besta series has drawer options, but I’m not sure what dimensions they come in. I also would recommend removing the baseboards at the ends so the bench is flush against the wall. This is the perfectionist in me talking - that small gap on the right above the baseboard would drive me nuts. That said, this is an awesome IKEA hack and it’s giving me some ideas for the future! Great job!
@natalieb39764 жыл бұрын
These kitchen cabinets are so versatile!! I work for an interior architect and they’re building all sorts of stuff out of these. Love how your project turned out, can’t wait for more making home episodes 😍
@maggiep31294 жыл бұрын
Love this! Would have put drawer unit behind door instead so person isn’t sitting behind door when it opens and gets their knees or toes squashed. 😩
@anniebanana36984 жыл бұрын
I get what you're saying but then it would've driven me crazy to have the higher end on the right as opposed to the left. Visually I like the way it looks and in addition, it was such a perfect fit for the drawer unit on the left.
@ahumanaperson4 жыл бұрын
I think she should have added a coat cupboard on that side. I mean what else could she put in that corner? And it would be actually useful coat storage
@cdugral4 жыл бұрын
The drawer unit.... too low ! I would love this unit more, being one piece. The drawer unit somehow ruins the flow.
@Hannahd17174 жыл бұрын
I agree she should’ve done a tall cabinet for coats on the right. She could’ve stacked the cabinet on top of the lower door unit and then would’ve gotten a lot more storage out of it. Also the height would help balance it out against the fireplace. Then she could’ve kept the drawer cabinet on the left or just swapped that out for a hinged door. Keeping it how it is feels awkward because the drawer unit is basically hiding behind the fireplace..
@OtikaOtikaOtika4 жыл бұрын
I think she will put coat hangers behind the door and some hanging plants or shelves above the drawers. I hope so.
@Lifeinlumos4 жыл бұрын
7:25 we did the same thing with our kitchen we didn’t use the feet. We built a 2 x 4 base and didn’t use the kick boards from them either they are shiny so we got white moulding from Home Depot
@cramperella4 жыл бұрын
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@Lifeinlumos4 жыл бұрын
Cram Cramperella ?
@MrThefunblast4 жыл бұрын
@TheSorryGirls I actually used those exact cabinets to make a similar looking piece, I adjusted the hinges so that they weren't as "aggressive" per instructions. But I also screwed a screw into the mechanism so that the hinges wouldn't slam into the floor.
@LatinaMuslimAndProud4 жыл бұрын
The OCD in me keeps thinking about that vent and how it’s lifting
@marissal97074 жыл бұрын
The OCD in me can't stop staring at the dip in the bottom of the two pieces of wood she glued together for the top! Can't. Look. Away. 😨
@mysteriousToad4 жыл бұрын
She should've removed it before putting the plastic thing... but that irritates me so much too!
@selgumbleyxo4 жыл бұрын
For me it's the gap in the kickboards 🙈
@dee.parilla4 жыл бұрын
same! I had to take a deep breath looking at it. :D
@onesweetlovexo36894 жыл бұрын
That's not OCD
@hansweissmann63873 жыл бұрын
“Am I gonna die?” I love that reaction, so precisely to the point.....
@laurenragle52284 жыл бұрын
Okay, that handle template is genius! I'm definitely going to use that idea when I'm adding handles to my projects.
@cindylu19772 жыл бұрын
YAS! I love that idea, too!
@so0cool0me4 жыл бұрын
That's a great fit and omg it's so satisfying how well it fits!! I would DEFINITELY change the changes to the other ones unless you're ok with risking your floor/safety of people opening it! Can't wait to see how you decorate this! I would definitely do some sort of coat hanging/vertical storage to the right side of the window and maybe art work or shelving on the left side above the drawers to balance it out? Also add some nicee cushions for the settings defs! Super excited for the rest of the series I wish you would upload more often ❤️
@ellogoodchum4 жыл бұрын
That exact same thing happened to my dad with his ring catching on a fence. Except, the case was written about in some medical article, because it was the first (or one of the first?) successful reattachment of that kind.
@jennifercole76494 жыл бұрын
I'm totally doing this in our mudroom! Leaves plenty of storage for all weather items for our family! Thanks for sharing!
@ErinDevon4 жыл бұрын
Who else literally gets SO EXCITED when they post!? I always love your videos! They inspire and motivate me SOOO much with growing my channel! Thank you for making such amazing videos!❤️
@elle77574 жыл бұрын
I'd totally throw some pillows on the edges of the bench maybe a blankie for show and pop a plant on the drawer side or maybe like a plate that holds keys etc. It turned out so good been wanting to do a similar project in my apartment for the longest time.
@SensationallySilky4 жыл бұрын
I COMPLETELY loved this. Especially the fact that it's renter-friendly. Are you going to put a pretty cushion on the bench? I could see something in a monstera plant print....
@jessjohns81659 ай бұрын
You could use the soft-open tailgate strut for any truck. It’s called a “damping strut.” It prevents it from dropping open while still making it easy to close. It cost around $35 and it’s not too big
@storiesinthedust4 жыл бұрын
this turned out SOOO good!! i see a plant going on top of the drawers and some hooks on the opposite side for coats! love that you can just kick your shoes into the first cabinet and tuck them away!
@TheHanification4 жыл бұрын
I am always so impressed by how you can take an idea and make it a reality! This looks fantastic, can't wait for the next making home episode to see it fully styled! 😁
@ERYN__4 жыл бұрын
"Dry fit" means without glue. You want to make sure you have enough clamps before you actually start the glue up.
@kcheverie4 жыл бұрын
Lee Valley is INCREDIBLE! I grew up with their catalog. They carry so much interesting home/garden/hardware stuff. It's the best place to go Christmas shopping!
@piploo4 жыл бұрын
i've watched this 3 times already and I am honestly obsessed with this ikea hack! I work for ikea and I am literally going to show this to the kitchen coworkers when i'm in next it's such a brilliant idea
@stephaniebouchard4 жыл бұрын
I love the outfits chosen for putting together ikea furniture! (I guess also for making a video)
@karenmcneill26024 жыл бұрын
Fantastic build Kelsy! I admire that you did this and with very little error. Thank you for sharing the whole process as this is real and therefore encouraging to me and many others I'm sure. I watch DIY Huntress and she is brilliant yet makes mistakes sometimes. Congratulations for WHEN you guys get to 2 million subscribers!
@linw73204 жыл бұрын
Kelsey, Great work! You're sooo close with this project...replace those hinges gurl, you got this, YAY! 👩🔧
@Keegan1314 жыл бұрын
I love this build. I have searched a lot to find a solution for a built-in or semi built-in piece like this. I could never find exactly what I was looking for. I will have to check out Ikeas kitchen build section to design mine. Thank you so much for sharing this. I’m excited to try and make my idea come to life because of this video. Lol. Excited to see what color you end up choosing for that piece. Who am I kidding I’m so excited to just see the whole entry way space done. I always love this channel for awesome ideas at a great price point.
@michellev21944 жыл бұрын
The finger story with the ring.. that’s called Degloving. It happens a lot in woodworking so most people wear silicone rings so if a machine snags on your ring is just snaps off. Be safe and careful building!
@goombieshoes69334 жыл бұрын
This. I have been looking for a, 'How To' with IKEA cabinets forever. I plan on a window seat in my small kitchen/dining room. Thanks so much for sharing!
@dobikostova37434 жыл бұрын
I'm thinking - there should be a way to hide the holes between the ends of the bench and the walls? That will complete the built-in look and feel to perfection. Great job
@whatjustinawhat4 жыл бұрын
Could probably use quarter round or something and just attach it to the seat so that when it’s placed they just cover the gabs and make it look connected to the walls. I think that could probably work, yeah?
@saramoni47484 жыл бұрын
I have those hinges in my kitchen, I'd highly recommend removing and returning or selling them for a cheaper hinge..they're strong and I don't think it'll be that easy to make them stop in the way you need them to....amazing build tho!
@DarwinsWench4 жыл бұрын
I really liked the editing of this video (doing voice over over footage rather than just explaining to a camera).
@foraluckygirl4 жыл бұрын
Woah you have to return those hinges 😱💰 what you need is a 90 degree tip out hinge, we used them in our van build! 🚐
@saramaldonado60554 жыл бұрын
Kelsey: “It smells like buttery popcorn!” Me: concerned
@bethparker15004 жыл бұрын
Super right, lovely and your planking beyond cool !!
@sarae1084 жыл бұрын
Wow! Girl you totally did that!! Looks so professional, and built in! Looove IT!
@christinaigl80254 жыл бұрын
I am literally currently working on this for my apartment, but with bookshelves on both ends. What a timely video!!!
@Marisa_seizetheday4 жыл бұрын
Omg!!! It’s been a week of restless searching for a bench long enough, or cute enough for my space, with no luck. If I choose the one long enough, it doesn’t have storage, if I choose the one cute enough, it’s tini tiny!!! Thank youuuuu 😍😍😍
@ScrapFromScratch4 жыл бұрын
I was literally flintching when you picked up those cabinets, I thought it was going to break your back. You guys inspire me... I want to make stuff, I'm too afraid I'd just waste my money trying.
@Regina-ui6nc4 жыл бұрын
I would suggest turning your cabinets around so that they open up instead of down. You could also make the cabinet knobs have some sort of cushioning on them. Maybe cover the cushioning with some cool fabric. Thanks for sharing.
@swiinka4 жыл бұрын
Brilliant hack! I've never thought of using kitchen cabinets like this. The handles are gorgeous, I'd have picked the same. Good luck with the rest of the entryway, I'm looking forward to the video.
@cozeydaze4 жыл бұрын
Just subscribed...really hope you hit 2M by 10yrs! Cant wait for entryway makeover as we dont have a hallway just a front room as boot/coat room entry.
@ashleymelo19244 жыл бұрын
This is a god send because I’ve been searching everywhere for a good diy on this
@runsoffsarcasmcoffee83034 жыл бұрын
Best part of the video - adding the pricing for the Band-Aids to the project -- hilarious!!
@WeGetHighWeLetGo4 жыл бұрын
Wow - I love this DIY! This storage bench looks so legit, I can't believe it was an Ikea hack! Great job Kelsey! Love from England x
@caroltassin40494 жыл бұрын
Glad you went with those handles, much better than the other ones! This is just Beautiful!!!!
@debbralehrman59574 жыл бұрын
That is a great idea. I like that you did the changes you made. And you are spot on about being renter friendly. Yes let's do more.
@princessatheart884 жыл бұрын
You can totally make this a window seat! Add a long cushion the length of the whole piece (minus the file cabinet area), add some accent pillows, and bam! Reading area with storage!
@shockinrose4 жыл бұрын
return the hinges .. ikea has a good return policy lol
@marissal97074 жыл бұрын
Yup, I've done that before! 🤣
@MichibiSama4 жыл бұрын
My first thought to solve the hinge problem was to attach magnet strips at the top of each cabinet for it to have a closing point, but perhaps they'd weaken with time. This turned out fantastic, definitely come sweet inspo for the future!
@ambergtaylor4 жыл бұрын
This looks so good what the heck! Also the handle template is GENIUS such a great hack 🤩🤩 Small youtuber here 👋🏼🧡
@Rissarisss4 жыл бұрын
WOW this bench is BEAUTIFUL!
@marykay554 жыл бұрын
Can't wait to see how you decorate this....lots of pillows in vibrant colors would be nice ! Oh, and a nice trellis plant on the left.
@FrancesBedoya894 жыл бұрын
LOVE that use of SEKTION, but since you went the route of a custom wood base for the cabinets, I would have done without the FORBATTRA toekick altogether and just had a piece of trim cut to the length of the cabinets. The seem from the IKEA toekick is very visible. As for the hinges idk what else could have been done except for hanging them as they're intended to open upwards. I used to work for IKEA, specifically designing kitchens for them, and we had clients come in who wanted to use the kitchen system for other uses, and while I never had anyone who wanted to use it for an entryway, it wasn't unheard of. Looks great overall though!!! I love the Sorry Girls! :)
@MissLemonyBuzzer4 жыл бұрын
I LOVE stores like Lee Valley. (I haven’t been there specifically). Where I live in London, UK, there’s a stand alone store, like not part of a chain, called P W Wakefield, and they have EVERYTHING there. Handles, locks, screws, bolts, EVERYTHING. Plus they’ll sell you stuff in exact numbers. You don’t have to buy a pack of 20, if you only need four. I tend to find they do some more unique pieces as well. Like ikea will sell you drawer handles, but not drawer handles as quirky and different as in individual stores. :)
@laurahale93093 жыл бұрын
I loved the toe kick to the toe kick!!! The piece looks awesome!!! Good job!!!
@dddakotarose4 жыл бұрын
I've seen similar things on Pinterest using an Ikea entertainment stand and two bookshelves from the same range. That was less ~custom~ and about $200-$300 more than yours! I'm so glad you did this DIY as I was planning on following the more expensive Pinterest route, I'll have to check out the kitchen cabinet builder.
@DixieGirl98764 жыл бұрын
Looks great! I like to cabinet hack too. I have two bathroom vanity cabinets that I turned into an island, for my craftroom and kitchen wall cabinets I mounted one on top of the other and made a free standing toiletry cabinet for the guess bath. I did something similar to yours in my eldest daughters room years ago with two clothes cabinets on each end with a coffee table inbetween as a window seat with baskets underneath. A biscuit joiner would work great for joining your set top together. I've lost count how many times I've borrowed a tape measure in a store. haha
@JL117754 жыл бұрын
I very much enjoyed this video. You are so talented and resourceful. Can’t wait to see more of your Making Home series!
@Sasyemy.4 жыл бұрын
Omg Kels that bench is SO CONVENIENT for a front entry way
@Sasyemy.4 жыл бұрын
You should totally add a pillow to the top like you did for your kitchen nook bench!!
@JessTester4 жыл бұрын
Great job Kelsey! It looks amazing!
@EmilyRachael904 жыл бұрын
We're about to downsize into an apartment and I was JUST getting ready to look for extra storage options! It's perfect! 👐🏼👐🏼
@emilyperrin90094 жыл бұрын
I love this channel so much and these videos. Though at 8:40 did not love seeing you walk up the wrong way down an aisle! I know it's hard and we've all done it, but try to be more careful next time! Thanks! Sending love from NB Canada.
@ellynfisher63734 жыл бұрын
This turned out SO WELL omg! Also WE LOVE Maggie Rogers playing in the background!! 😍😍
@shahilanathan80673 жыл бұрын
Great job! Looks like a custom built piece. Thanks for including the total cost as well.
@katieg15984 жыл бұрын
I think this might be my favourite thing you have made yet!!
@mdobronsky2 жыл бұрын
I think you did an amazing job. I was looking for something like this for my daughter's window bench.
@itsyagirlvicku4 жыл бұрын
Girl you DID do that!! It looks stunning!!
@Gj.Sherwood4 жыл бұрын
What a great job!!! ** looking round my house thinking where can I recreate even though I clearly don’t need this**
@ntcssj4 жыл бұрын
This looks lovely! I've been happily surprised by the usefulness of those sturdy upper cabinet thingies for other purposes. My dad gave me an extra long one from his old office and we just put it on its side and use it as our linens storage, since our house has little closet space. It fits milk crates perfectly so we slid 3 of them in to use as shelves for the linens. My free reuse for an upper cabinet! I'm sure there must be more of them available for free/cheap from businesses that are moving.
@imanevilbunneh4 жыл бұрын
can you do the huge gold/brass french mirror that been everywhere lately but for cheap please?
@Lynsey174 жыл бұрын
I think they did for the office? Or I'm misunderstanding your description.
@imanevilbunneh4 жыл бұрын
@@Lynsey17 misunderstanding they never have the office one is just modern the french mirror is with vintage frame.
@linemonssi41084 жыл бұрын
Just an idea: You could buy a simple rectangular mirror and build a wooden frame or buy a simple wood-framed mirror and then to imitate the decorative aspect buy different decorative baseboards. My hardware store has a variety of relatively cheap and easily combinable baseboards with swirls and decorations. Then prime the whole thing (wood glue makes for a very cheap primer, just use a few thin layers) and then spray gold. For a more vintagey effect, you could brunch on a light layer of brown oil paint and wipe most of it away to give that old, antique effect.
@Naciye20034 жыл бұрын
Perfect timing! I'm buying a house and was just wondering how to diy a window seat with storage! Also I'm in serious lust over the vintage tile in the entry! 😍
@ashleymckee11404 жыл бұрын
Personally I would build some drawers on runners to insert into the bases and attach the doors to them. Much more convenient to just pull out a shallow drawer for shoes, boots, etc. It does add more time and expense to the project than just swapping hinges though. Love the concept. Thanks for sharing!
@sashac70024 жыл бұрын
I was just saying I wish there was a new sorry girls video!
@irmavanliempd91174 жыл бұрын
I make benches like this all the time with IKEA kitchen cupboards but I put drawers in them and only lift them 1 inch of the floor so the drawers can open easily. The height of the bench is more comfortable that way and you can even add a cushion without it being too high....
@christinestewart1304 жыл бұрын
Brilliant work! You'll love that unit for years.
@shellfisheh4 жыл бұрын
Girlllll that looks like it was custom made for that space! Gorgeous and genius to use the upper cabinets for this purpose (even with the vicious hinges haha). Can't wait for the next Making Home :D