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Wednesday, 9 February 2011

Master bedroom built-in wardrobe

Paint is like magic.

Jason painted the wardrobe doors in the master bedroom a few weeks ago but I forgot to do a show and tell. Bad blogger!

Newly painted built-in wardrobe in an old Queenslander.

The final result is a thousand times better than before. I couldn't be happier! 

A few coats of white gloss paint and some discreet door knobs and we have an inexpensive (though very tedious for Jason) makeover. 

If we had money spare, we probably would've changed the doors completely but since we don't, painting the doors was the best solution.

We will also need a new light fitting or new shade. As much as I like Chinese lanterns, it is just a temporary measure until we find something suitable.

What the built-in wardrobe looked like before.


36 comments:

  1. Makeminemidcentury9 February 2011 at 14:10

    No, those doors look incredible! I wouldn't think of changing them.

    And the lamp shade's perfect, too.

    You've been busy. Being busy is the 'In' thing!

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  2. Jane9 February 2011 at 14:16

    hi Anita - that looks fantastic isn't it incredible what a coat of paint can do.

    I think one of those flat pack wooden pendant make yourself shades would look amazing, a bit Scandi but also work well with your mid century vibe.

    If I was a remotely competent commenter I would put a link to them in here I think I saw a little story on them in the most recent Inside Out. xo

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  3. laurenjanelle9 February 2011 at 14:22

    those doors look amazing with paint! I'm always blown away with what a little cosmetic work like paint can do to improve things in the home.

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  4. Jennifer, Decorum9 February 2011 at 14:35

    SENSATIONAL! We've got doors like that in our house - one pair on the linen cupboard and two pair in the kitchen. We painted the linen cupboard a few years ago and was instantly gratified with the results. Still the delightful mission brown in the kitchen but it's going too. Just not quick enough.

    Jennifer xx

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  5. Unknown9 February 2011 at 14:42

    I agree the doors look fantastic! Your Jason is definately a keeper. xx

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  6. Leah9 February 2011 at 15:38

    Looking good - amazing what a coat of paint does! We finally get to move into our master bedroom today, after getting all the windows back in!

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  7. petals and vintage9 February 2011 at 15:43

    Doors look fabulous painted white. Cutesy little frock hanging on that there door too! :) :)

    Pam x

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  8. Amanda9 February 2011 at 16:10

    Wow, it looks amazing!! I'm glad you kept the doors, I like the look of them white.

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  9. Anonymous9 February 2011 at 16:25

    I know how tedious it is to paint louvres - you have a good man there!

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  10. Jenny9 February 2011 at 16:39

    Yes, Jason has done good - it looks fab! ;-)

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  11. The Moerks9 February 2011 at 16:48

    Fantastic. I was a bit worried you were going to leave them timber. I can stop stressing now. They really transform the room.

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  12. ani's house9 February 2011 at 17:19

    Wow they make a big difference don't they....the just blend in now.

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  13. the old boathouse9 February 2011 at 17:55

    Did you see the light on Kim's Page on Desire to Inspire? she has a link to someone on ebay that she says does amazing lights...of course i thought of you! The doors look great!

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  14. J9 February 2011 at 18:07

    What a transformation! Didn't realize paint can do wonders like that.(now seriously considering re-painting some walls).

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  15. Sarah B9 February 2011 at 18:28

    The wardrobe looks great! Gosh, no need to change those doors at all, I really like them! Great job :)

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  16. Spots & Stripes9 February 2011 at 18:38

    I really like the look of the doors, they have that cool, plantation look. And with the new handles, they're divine.

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  17. kma9 February 2011 at 18:42

    So pleased you remembered to post about the doors - they look fantastic. Can't believe how productive Jason is.

    think Jane is on the money with the wooden put-it-together-yourself light.

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  18. Faux Fuchsia9 February 2011 at 20:22

    That level of Storage just Warms My heart.

    How's your builder?

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  19. Mise9 February 2011 at 21:31

    That's beautiful, a huge improvement. Do you keep all your fancy hats in those useful high-up cupboards?

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  20. Kitty9 February 2011 at 21:58

    Ah, paint. I'd think it was magical too, if someone else was doing it! (just thinking of myself here, personally I'm sick of painting). Looks great, well done.

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  21. Mr Rooney9 February 2011 at 22:15

    If I had a choice of either painting louvres or slamming my head a few times with a car door, you'd find me in the garage.

    A grinding and thankless task.

    Well done Jas'

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  22. Razmataz9 February 2011 at 23:53

    It all looks really great. So fresh and simple. I love that you resued the doors.

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  23. Deb10 February 2011 at 00:17

    Make can make a world of difference, can't it! I love and adore your high ceilings and shiny floors.

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  24. Lisa10 February 2011 at 00:22

    I have the same project on the roster of things to do in the next few weeks! Glad to see the end result is so worth it.

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  25. 63shells10 February 2011 at 07:56

    Great job Jason, the white really highlights the lovley floor boards.

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  26. east of hudson10 February 2011 at 09:45

    They look great - I've heard that job is v tedious, but worth it from these pics! Love that dress on the door too.

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  27. MamaBear10 February 2011 at 10:11

    Wonderful!!! So fresh and clean, it makes your room look absolutely HUGE. How on earth do you ever reach anything up top? Is it one of "those" places where stuff goes that you know you're never going to see ever, ever again?!

    xxMB

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  28. Leah 10 February 2011 at 21:24

    I have a set of mint green doors on the linen cupboard exactly the same that are waiting to be painted gloss white. Yours look unreal, makes that beautiful floor pop!

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  29. Nellie from Beyond My Garden10 February 2011 at 22:23

    Any marriage that survives a home remodeling must be a strong one. You have done a great job.
    nellie

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  31. Raine and Sage11 February 2011 at 11:59

    I actually really like the doors. I have three sets just like them in this house too, so it's great to see a 'before & after' shot of them. Mine are going to be painted! I think they suit the look of your house, and have a QLD feel about them, as I also like plantation shutters. Not that you'd have them on your lovely windows, but you know the vibe.
    Excellent resourceful makeover. Well done Jason!

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  32. simmone11 February 2011 at 15:11

    Made me think of plantation shutters as well. Looks fantastic in white gloss,love how the cupboard is set back away from the doorway.Worth all Jason's hard work!

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  33. jules @ The Diversion Project11 February 2011 at 23:54

    looks great anita - v. inspiring for me, the boys have the same doors on theor built ins. they look so good painted - might have to develop some patience and do it. jx

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  34. Le 12 February 2011 at 19:00

    looks fab - who would have though .... maybe source some cheap and cheerful replicas on ebay for the lights ....or on one of the online scandi sites or there is always ....ikea :) whatever - looks great best le xox ps giveaway on till V day :)

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  35. Tracey17 February 2011 at 17:22

    Such a transformation ... they look beautiful. I can imagine they were painful to paint.

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  36. furniture wardrobes19 February 2011 at 13:10

    Built-in wardrobe furniture gives best option for storage and convenient to be fixed in ceiling and walls. It requires an expert to install it and takes up a lot of room space. However, it stores away almost everything from clothes, shoes, cosmetics etc.

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