I found this vintage wall cabinet at my local thrift store. It was in excellent condition. It just needed a little bit of cleaning and something else to make it so much better. I hope this vintage wall cabinet makeover will encourage you to pick up those pieces that you love, but there may be just one thing that is off. For me, the color on the inside, back panel of this cabinet was not doing it any favors. I knew it needed just one thing to make it perfect!
The Beauty of Preserving Original Patina
So many vintage cabinets get painted immediately, but sometimes the original finish is the best part. When you find a piece with unique grain, warm tones, or curved glass like this one, keeping that authentic look is what makes the makeover feel timeless. You get the best of both worlds: a fresh update and the antique character that makes it special.
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One Supply I Used For This Vintage Wall Cabinet Makeover
Three-Step Process For This Vintage Wall Cabinet Makeover
- The first thing I did with this cabinet was give it a good cleaning.
- Then, I removed the shelves inside.
- Next, I painted the back panel on the inside of the cabinet.
- Once it was dry, I put the shelves back i,n and it was ready to style.
Why Simple Makeovers Matter
Not every DIY project has to be a full transformation. In fact, some of the most rewarding flips are the ones where you enhance what’s already beautiful instead of covering it up. A vintage piece like this wall cabinet already comes with charm, character, and patina that you simply can’t recreate with new materials. That’s why small updates can make a huge impact without losing the story the piece already carries.
If you ever feel overwhelmed by big projects, remember that you don’t need to do everything at once. Start small. Look for pieces with good bones and let yourself enjoy the process of bringing them back to life with simple, doable changes. Every makeover builds your confidence.
Do You Want To Make Money Flipping Furniture?
After twenty years of doing this, I am still picking up pieces when I can find them because I love the creative outlet, but I am now coaching other furniture flippers on how to make more money in their business. If you want to start and/or grow a furniture flipping business, I would love to help you. There are ways to make money in your business beyond painting furniture. Once I learned that, my business flourished. Don’t waste your time trying to figure it out on your own.
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