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.

This 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 :)

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

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).

I 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. Moving 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.

When 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.

Already such a difference!

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

ALSO FROM THE NURSERY

Peg Board Diaper Changing Station 

Birch Shelves

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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

Taryn Whiteaker is the voice of style behind TarynWhiteaker.com (formerly Design, Dining and Diapers) ! Taryn is a previous PR/Marketing professional who got back to her creative roots after becoming a mom and now shares her passion for home decor and design for the world to see. Taryn lives in the greater Seattle area with her husband and three kids and loves coffee, the outdoors, and exploring with her family.