• BUILDING PROJECTS
  • DIY FURNITURE PROJECTS
  • MAKEOVER
  • FINISHING TECHNIQUE
  • STYLE
  • SEASONAL

Repurpose Life

Helping You Overcome Your Fear of Power Tools

  • HOME
  • BLOG
  • ABOUT ME
    • MY FAMILY
  • SHOP MY HOME
    • FAMILY ROOM
    • OUTDOOR SPACES
  • HOME TOUR
  • CONTACT ME
You are here: Home / makeover / How to Update a Family Room Corner Cabinet Space

makeover

How to Update a Family Room Corner Cabinet Space

Most homes built in the early ’00’s (ours was built in 2003) have a corner cabinet in the family room with a huge gaping hole that used to house the large boob tube. Fast forward to the ’20’s and what do you do with this space? I tried filling it with a large picture…which worked for some time…..

A corner cabinet painted white with shiplap inside and a lot of decor

But ultimately, I was ready to just get rid of the entire monstrosity. Most projects I tackle on my own. However, because this thing was so bulky and awkward, I decided to pass the removal process onto my husband and a friend. They did a great job and had it completely removed by the time I got home from running errands. The blank space already looked 100x’s better!

Empty wall space with a cord hanging down.

I was now ready to work my magic. First up, squaring off the carpet. I like to use this handy tool. It makes cutting carpet, almost effortless. Truly cuts like butter. Once the carpet is removed, it’s time to get rid of the tack strips. To do this, simply hammer a flathead screwdriver under the tack strip and lift it up. So easy! (Amazon Affiliate Links Included)

Removing tack strips with a flathead screwdriver and a hammer

With the carpet removed….

Empty space where a corner cabinet used to be and carpet has been removed

I was ready to lay the flooring. When laying flooring, it’s helpful to put down underlayment first…

Underlayment paper for laminate flooring

Thankfully, I had some laminate flooring left over from my master bedroom makeover. Amazingly, I had just the right amount needed to fill this tiny space….

Laminate flooring where a corner cabinet used to sit

To be honest, because it was such a small space and I was using a lot of already cut sheets to piece it together, I ended up using my nailgun to attach the laminate to the floor. It’s not noticeable AT ALL and eliminated the need to go out and buy a whole new box of laminate. To tuck the carpet where it meets up with the laminate, I used my nailgun again. Definitely not the way a professional would do it. 🙂 But I’m not a professional…just a diy girl who’s determined to get it done! Haha!!

And moving on, I was now ready to add my baseboards. I use 1×6 pinewood boards for all of my baseboards throughout my house. (Here’s a tutorial on how I do my trim work). I attached my baseboards with my nail gun and started on the shiplap. Working from bottom to top, I ripped 6″ strips of underlayment and once again attached with my nailgun….

Shiplap on a wall where a corner cabinet used to sit

What a transition this space was already becoming from the dated corner cabinet it once was!

Shiplap wall unpainted

Ready for the good stuff, I started the process of painting by filling in all of my slats. Tricorn Black is my go-to black paint color!!

Shiplap wall with black paint in between each board

Oh my gosh! I love it!!

Black painted shiplap wall

Ready to paint all the things black, I decided to make the two corners opposite of one another on this wall the same color. This one was already shiplapped, so it was just a matter of painting it black….

Shiplap wall with black paint between each slat

Perfect! Pulling out the old corner cabinet was the right choice. A beautiful mess…

Corner cabinet removed and black painted shiplap walls added. A full view of the entire open space

Time to break up that solid black wall where the corner cabinet used to be. Be sure to check back next week to see what I added to this space. Much more to come…

Family room with black shiplap walls and a large sliding barn door

Until next week,

Happy Building, Friend!!

Don’t forget to join my VIP List below for many more great tutorials. 

Hop over to Instagram to see all of the RL behind the scenes. What am I working on now?….come check it out!

Latest RL Posts:

DIY Laundry Room Makeover-The Reveal!

Outdoor Fall Decorating Inspiration-Home Tour

Easy How to Make a DIY Fluted Side Table

 

 

 

 

Sign up for the RL Newsletter

Never miss a RepurposeLife post and valuable emails containing: DIY Projects, Full Tutorials and Interior Design Tips.

Awesome! Now check your email to confirm your subscription.

There was an error submitting your subscription. Please try again.

Powered by ConvertKit

Share this:
Facebookpinterest
  • Facebook
  • Pinterest
  • More
  • Reddit
  • Tumblr
  • Pocket
  • Twitter
  • LinkedIn


1 Comment

« DIY Laundry Room Makeover-The Reveal!
The Best Smokeless Firepit for Outdoor Entertaining »

Leave a Reply Cancel reply

Your email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *

This site uses Akismet to reduce spam. Learn how your comment data is processed.

Hi! I’m Nicole

nicole

Through the changes of life and home, God remains the same. I am a mom, wife, blogger, builder, home designer, D.I.Y.er and inspirer.

Search

Come Join the Fun....

pinterestinstagram

Most Popular Posts

Shaker cabinets with champagne bronze hardware

New Modern LVP Flooring-One Room Challenge Week 7

posted in makeover

Sliding Doors Upgrade-One Room Challenge Week 6

posted in makeover

Center island painted black with a planter sitting on it

Center Island Reveal-One Room Challenge Week 5

posted in makeover

Tile backsplash with white shaker cabinets

Tile Backsplash & More-One Room Challenge Week 4

posted in makeover

Cabinets with gold hardware

Cabinets and Countertops Upgrade-One Room Challenge Week 3

posted in makeover

You might also like

3 gold framed pictures on white accent wall

The Easiest Board and Batten DIY Ever-A Must Try!

Full view of staircase with finished square board and batten wall accent

DIY Square Board and Batten Wall Treatment-Staircase

Beautiful canvas wall art on the wall with decor on a console in front of it

A Year in Review-Top Easy DIY Projects 2021

Dining room table with gray chairs, a brown bench, 2 vases and a light

Easy DIY Mid Century Modern Light Fixture-Dining Room

Cream color chair with a fiddle leaf fig behind it, large windows and diy floating shelves

Easy How to DIY Floating Shelves Next to Fireplace

Copyright © 2022 · Divine theme by Restored 316

Copyright © 2022 · Divine Theme on Genesis Framework · WordPress · Log in

SIGN UP FOR THE REPURPOSELIFE NEWSLETTER
______________________
Never miss a RepuposeLife post and valuable emails containing: DIY Projects, Full Tutorials, and Interior Design Tips.
YOUR NAME:
YOUR EMAIL: