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    Home » Home Reno » DIY Closet Doors Makeover

    DIY Closet Doors Makeover

    Published by Gail | Published May 10, 2012 | Updated May 14, 2021
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    Hi-I'm Chris from Midwest Cottage and Finds....I'm a bit of a new DIY-er and am so inspired by Gail and all of her projects --I cannot tell you how thrilled I am to be guest posting over here at My Repurposed Life!! I decided to share one of my favorite projects that I have completed so far..... Here is the breakdown on how my bedroom diy closet doors went from this.

    To this.....

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    I fell in love with these doors when I saw them in Kevin and Layla's blog-
    The Lettered Cottage.   I knew they would be perfect for my master bedroom...a smaller room - so in addition to looking great the mirrors would make the room appear larger..........
    We purchased 4 new 24" interior doors from Lowes @$20.00 a piece, hinge hardware and window handles (to use as the door handles) from Home Depot--all total $40.00.....You might be lucky enough to already have closet doors that could be transformed... unlike me who was still sporting the bi-fold 60's doors!
    The hardware I purchased even came in oil rubbed bronze--SCORE.... no painting!!
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    I lined up the doors and started painting--several coats...pulled out my ol' faithful Purdy......
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    When I completed the painting the hardware was added
    after careful measurements were taken.....I am always so nervous drilling that first hole!
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    Before we went to the next step we made sure they our hardware was lined up, measurements looked good and the doors fit well...once the mirrors are added they become VERY heavy, easier to double check yourself at this stage....and things were looking good!!

    Next up ......penciling in the outline for the mirrors...this is a little tricky..TIP**It is helpful to mark the top and bottom of the doors to be certain your measurements are correct for each..I wanted the mirror to be a little higher on the top of the door--so there would be a few more inches of actual door showing on the bottom of each door...which sounds simple until you have 4 doors laying in front of you and you are wondering ummm..which end is up???
    I called local mirror and glass companies and had 4 quotes on the price of cutting the custom mirrors....They ranged from $150.00 to $293.00..
    TIP**call around it is worth the time..you will be surprised how many local places handle custom mirrors....
    BIG TIP**---you will be covering the mirror edges with trim so you will not need the sides beveled...
    that a lot saves $$$!
    Next I prepped the doors to secure the mirrors.....Make sure you use mirror adhesive...VERY important...The mirrors are very heavy...Read the directions on the adhesive very carefully--the doors have to sit for a few days for the adhesive to set...So have them in an area that they will not have to be moved for a few days.....
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    I added a bit more adhesive after being creative!
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    I painted the trim to match the doors and added the trim around the mirror edges....and after a few days of sitting undisturbed ..........
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    I LOVE them...it completely changed the look of the room...along with new bedding, paint and a new bed that was purchased in the ugliest color I have EVER seen until we painted it--but that is for another DIY post!! Thanks again Gail for letting me share this will your faithful readers! If you are interested in any of my other projects and my furniture painting tips- (LOVE ANNIE SLOAN CHALK PAINT) Hop over to Midwest Cottage & Finds Enjoy and hope to share more soon! Chris
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    Oh my! Don’t you LOVE Chris’ bedroom? The closet door makeover is just the icing on the cake! Be sure to check out Chris’ blog and her other fabulous links!
    gail

     

     

     

     

     
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    1. Lori

      August 26, 2018 at 6:36 pm

      How do the doors stay closed? Really nice idea as I have bifold slotted closet doors that need replacing.

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      • Gail Wilson

        August 27, 2018 at 7:57 pm

        Lori,
        I have small doorstops at the top of the closet frame with magnet catches. Hope that answers your question.

        gail

    2. Colleen

      March 15, 2017 at 11:56 am

      Did you just buy two slab doors? Also, how did the doors latch? I don't see a kit or directions for that. Did you have to take off the original trim before switching out the doors? Thank you!! Looking to do this in our mancave with our shoe and coat closets that are right next to each other, originally there were all bi-fold doors.

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      • Gail Wilson

        March 15, 2017 at 8:52 pm

        Colleen,

        This isn't my project. But looking at the post, I see she bought four doors. It sounds like your project is a lot like Chris' room. I don't think she used any latches.

        gail

    3. Beth Langhans

      November 17, 2014 at 8:56 am

      Beautiful!!

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    4. Sue N

      December 17, 2013 at 10:09 am

      hey there! just saw these over on pinterest and had to pin them too! quick question: what kind of trim did you use to cover the edges of the mirrors? quarter round? and did you overlap onto the mirror or just butt up against it? this is a FANTASTIC idea that i LOVE and plan to use! thanks!

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      • gail@myrepurposedlife.net

        December 17, 2013 at 7:24 pm

        BIG TIP**—you will be covering the mirror edges with trim so you will not need the sides beveled…

        Midwest Cottage and Finds wrote: "Purchased at lowes .. It is a mirror trim with a step on it so it can go over the mirror."

    5. I'm Busy Procrastinating

      May 21, 2012 at 2:17 am

      Loved that project at TLC, and love it here too. The room looks so cozy and cottagey.

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    6. Cabinet Knobs

      May 14, 2012 at 5:38 pm

      WOW! The room looks gorgeous now, everything in the room is just heavenly. Who would have thought that such a look could be achieved with mirrors! Great job. Our bedroom is next on my list too. Still need to finish up our bath though before we dive into yet another project.

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    7. Erin

      May 12, 2012 at 5:28 pm

      Gorgeous...I had to double back and see that your first replaced the bifold doors...then you did the mirrors. Love the way you changed out those doors...think I'll try to talk my husband into letting use do the same in my daughter's room. Great transformation...you should be proud!

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    8. Paige @ Little Nostalgia

      May 11, 2012 at 2:43 pm

      They look beautiful! I especially like the dark hardware.

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    9. I Play Outside The Box

      May 11, 2012 at 2:16 pm

      Oh my...that room is gorgeous!! The mirrored doors ROCK! Sadly, I still have to look at ugly bi-fold doors in my bedroom...ugg! Thanks for sharing this great project with us!!

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    10. Midwest Cottage and Finds!

      May 10, 2012 at 11:15 pm

      Thanks Gail for letting me guest post!! Your blog has been such an inspiration to me from the first time I read it!
      chris from Midwest Cottage and Finds

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    11. Julie

      May 10, 2012 at 11:00 pm

      I love it!! So much that I might try it!!! Thank you for sharing! Great idea!

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    12. Toqua's Crafts

      May 10, 2012 at 6:08 pm

      Your new doors look GREAT! They really add a very updated look to the room!

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    13. Julie @ followyourheartwoodworking

      May 10, 2012 at 12:39 pm

      Beautiful bedroom. The doors are beautiful and I love the blue and white.

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    14. Full Circle Creations

      May 10, 2012 at 12:08 pm

      The doors look great! Thanks for sharing!

      Holly

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