How to Turn an Old Cabinet Into a Beachy Statement Piece
This cabinet went from blah and boring to totally beachy. HGTV Magazine shows you how.

Philip Friedman

Materials Needed
- rattan handles
- white paint
Step 1
Remove the shelves and the glass from the doors, and set aside. Remove and discard any fretwork.
Step 2
Using a cat’s paw, pry off the backboard and set aside. Unscrew and discard the knobs and pulls.
Step 3
Sand the cabinet and shelves, and fill in any holes with patching compound, such as Ready Patch. Let dry, then sand again. Wipe off dust with a tack cloth. Prime the entire cabinet, including the shelves and backboard. Let dry.
Step 4
Paint the cabinet and the shelves, and let dry. Apply wallpaper to the backboard.
Step 5
Nail the backboard into place, then replace the shelves. Drill new holes for hardware and attach. Replace the glass.