If you’re looking for a new bathroom cabinet but don’t want to pay for a brand-new vanity, then there are several different ways that you can make your own. One option is to repurpose an existing dresser or cabinet into a bathroom vanity that will save you money and provide you with a great looking storage space for your towels, toiletries and other personal items.
Another way that you can get a custom-made bathroom cabinet is to purchase it from a local builder or remodeling contractor. Having a local professional take on this project for you can cut down the cost of your remodel and provide a high-quality product that fits perfectly in your space.
You can also try to repurpose an old dresser or other furniture piece into a vanity by removing the drawers and adding a frame around them that will support the sink and pipes. This is an easy DIY project that will make your bathroom look very nice!
Step 1: Remove Hardware
Start by removing the hinges and any other hardware on the vanity. Label each hardware piece and store it in a plastic bag for safekeeping until you’re ready to reassemble it. This will help to ensure that everything is properly aligned and in the correct position when you reassemble your cabinet.
Step 2: Clean and Sand Your Cabinets
To prepare your cabinets for painting, you need to thoroughly clean them. Use a degreasing cleaner, such as trisodium phosphate, to remove dirt and grease from the surfaces. Wear protective gloves and goggles when using this cleaner and mix it with water as directed on the package. Let the cleaning solution dry completely before you apply any paint to the surfaces.
Step 3: Cut and Install the Base
You’ll need to cut a piece of plywood for the bottom of your bathroom cabinet. This will help to keep it stable and provide a smooth surface for the drawers to glide on. You’ll also need to drill pocket holes into the plywood sides and attach them to the front frame with screws.
Depending on your design preferences, you can choose to make the cabinet base from wood or other materials. For example, if you’re building a hardwood cabinet, you may prefer to build the base from wood so that it will match the rest of your bathroom cabinets.
Measure the height and width of the cabinet’s opening. You’ll need to have an 1/8” of clearance on each side. You can add extra height by putting a few scrap pieces of wood on top of the slats as you build.
Step 4: Glue and Install the Base
Once you’ve glued and installed the base of your cabinet, it will be much easier to assemble the cabinet. Be sure to follow the manufacturer’s instructions for assembling this piece of furniture, and make sure that your measurements are accurate.
Before you begin painting your new bathroom cabinet, it’s important to paint the surface with a primer that’s tinted to match your paint color. This will help to prevent the original finish from showing through the new paint, which can result in a poor paint job or even paint stains on your finished vanity.