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February 15, 2016

DIY Cube Storage Makeover

Disclosure: This post is in partnership with True Value.

I’m one step closer to revealing the nursery! Today, I’m sharing my last big DIY project and then all I have to do is work on the little details. My favorite part.

Do you have one of those basic cube organizers hanging around your house? They are such a convenient piece of furniture when it comes to organizing but they look so blah. We’ve had one that’s roamed around the house for awhile and it finally found its place in the nursery after I gave it a facelift. It really doesn’t take much to transform one of these into something unique and interesting. Here is the DIY Cube Storage Makeover using sheet metal, wood and a little paint.

DIY Cube Storage HackThis was such an easy makeover. I love how it now fits the theme of the room, mixing old with the new and a hint of vintage fishing :)

Faux Weathered Wood Look

Cube Storage Makeover With Wood On Top

DIY Cube Storage Hack With Metal

You guys, I really can’t wait to reveal the whole room! It’s one of my favs.

SUPPLIES

Cube Organizer

Sheet Metal ( I used (1) 24X36″ piece and (2) 18 X 12″ pieces)

Sheet Metal Screws

(2) 38″ X 8″ X 1″ wood boards

Elmer’s Pro Bond

White Paint and Gray Paint 

Dark Walnut Stain 

Polycrylic 

TOOLS

Power Drill

Paint Brush & Rag

Back of organizer

Start by removing the paper backing from the cubes.

Then, using a power drill and sheet metal screws secure the sheet metal to the back of the cube system. My biggest tip is to triple check that you put the screws directly into the center of the particle board. Particle board is really soft and if you get to close to the edge it will crack the plastic coating on the cube system (I made this mistake with one).

Sheet MetalI wanted to avoid cutting sheet metal to size, so I chose to piece it together. I used one 36″X24″ piece and two 18″X12″ pieces. This fit perfectly. Steps to creating faux weathered woodMoving onto the wood top. I had two wood planks measuring 38″ X 8″ and stained them in dark walnut. After they dried I dry brushed on white paint and then dark gray paint.

Paint Application TechniquesWhen you dry brush, you dip the brush in paint and then dab it on a rag until it’s almost dry, then brush it onto the wood. After I applied a little bit of white and gray I used a rag to rub on the wood. This helped level out of the paint and create a weathered look.

To secure the wood to the cube system, I used my favorite thing ever, ProBond Advanced. I use this ALL the time. It helps secure porous and nonporous materials together and works awesome.

DIY Cube Storage Makeover

Already such a difference!

Cube Storage Makeover using sheet metal and wood

I can’t wait to show you the whole room!

ALSO FROM THE NURSERY

Peg Board Diaper Changing Organization

Peg Board Diaper Changing Station 

Do-it-yourself Open Birch Shelves - Click to get the tutorial

Birch Shelves

 

For more fun DIY projects, tips and tricks, visit TrueValueProjects.com or follow True Value on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and Pinterest.

I was one of the bloggers selected by True Value to work on the DIY Squad. I have been compensated for my time commitment to the program as well as writing about my experience. I have also been compensated for the materials needed for my DIY project. However, my opinions are entirely my own and I have not been paid to publish positive comments.

About Taryn Whiteaker

Hi! I’m Taryn! The voice behind Taryn Whiteaker Designs. I launched this brand over 11 years ago when I became a stay-at-home mom. What started as a small craft and mom blog eventually grew into a full time design and DIY site. My goal has always been to inspire others (especially women!) with design ideas, DIY tutorials, entertaining ideas and give you the tools you need to complete them yourself!

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Comments

  1. Heidi says

    February 18, 2016 at 5:30 pm

    Love how your cube storage turned out! Where did you find the wire baskets?

    Reply
  2. Anita says

    February 26, 2016 at 4:12 pm

    This is an amazing idea! Thanks for sharing. Hi, I’m Anita visiting from Link Party Palooza.

    Reply
  3. Kristin says

    February 29, 2016 at 7:17 am

    What is color on the walls? It’s gorgeous!

    Reply
  4. Jessica says

    November 13, 2017 at 8:59 am

    Nice! What brand/model etc. are the wire storage baskets you used? Having the hardest time finding some that will fit in your standard 10.5 x 10.5 x 11 cube shelf. Thanks!

    Reply
    • Taryn Whiteaker says

      November 14, 2017 at 1:26 pm

      Hi! These are from Target, I am not sure if they still carry them. I think last time I checked they were sold out.

      Reply
  5. Deb says

    January 14, 2021 at 10:38 am

    Found you via Pinterest and just wanted to say I absolutely love this project and can’t wait to try it on my own cube shelf. Just a question, though: you listed Polycrylic as one of your supplies, but I didn’t see where you used it in the directions. Did you seal the wood top before you attached it to the shelf unit? Looking forward to checking out the rest of your site!

    Reply
    • Taryn Whiteaker says

      January 17, 2021 at 8:57 am

      Hi! Yes! Sorry I missed that step, but yes I sealed the wood with the poly

      Reply

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