How to make a shelf out of repurposed cupboard doors.
I bought these 4 “glassless” cupboard doors at Tickled Pink. The tow on the left were used to make chalkboards.
I had two left that were the same size.
Design Repurposed Cupboard Doors Shelf
I cut some 1x6’s to size.
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Of course, I used my Kreg Jig to make pocket holes to make the “box”.
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I also used the Kreg Jig 
to make pocket holes to connect the box to the cupboard doors.
Quick Clamps are Helpful
I clamped the doors together to make sure they would not have a gap in between the middle joint. You can see I have the holes pre-loaded with all the pocket hole screws so I can attach the box to the doors.
Shelf Made from Repurposed Cupboard Doors
I used more 1x6’s to make two shelves. (Only one shelf is pictured here because I had to make a run to Home Depot to buy more lumber.
Prepare to Paint
As usual, I made some homemade chalk paint (black) for this project.
Add Bead Board Back to Cupboard
I cut a piece of bead board for the back. I used a Martha Stewart sample pot to paint the bead board. For light coverage, I only did a wash, but it was still too much color to suit me. I was looking for something more subtle.
Light Distressing on the Cupboard Doors
It looked better up close than it does far away. You can tell in this picture that I sanded the repurposed cupboard doors a little and waxed them.
Repurposed Cupboard Doors Shelf can Hang
I added some black to the bead board to tone it down some.
I really like the shape of these doors. I'm wondering why I didn't buy more of them.
It can hang on the wall--
Large Shelf Unit Made from Repurposed Cupboard Doors
--or sit on the floor.
It’s a really nice size and would be great for books, or nick knacks.
gail
Kerry
Just beautiful!
Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co.
This was one of our most popular links of the week! Woo-hoo, you got featured! Thanks for joining our party Gail!
Toqua's Crafts
WOW! I really like the black you added. It really brings out the lines.
Suzanne@Meridian Road
Oooh! That would look great in my house! Those are some great doors.
Rose @ Confessions of a Curbshopaholic
This came out amazing!
Justine
Stopping by from the Weekend Wrap UP Party!!! http://queenofsavings.com
Wendy @ Ramblings from the Sunshine State
That turned out really great! Awesome idea 🙂
Joyce - Quilted Nest
loverly! Someone had a good vision for this one.
Lesli @ BeautifullyCoastal.com
What a wonderful project. I just love seeing the amazing things you do!
Smiles,
Lesli @ BeautifullyCoastal.com
Chris
Fabulous job Gail.
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Laura at Ms. Smartie Pants
Gail, this is exactly what I need, what a great idea!
Stephanie
Love those cupboard doors too! The beadboad was a great touch, they would make great storage for a bathroom too!
Sharon @ Elizabeth & Co.
Another beautiful and amazing project Gail!
Korrie@RedHenHome
This is terrific, Gail! Love it.
Gail
Another fantastic job.
Katie
This turned out awesome Gail! I love the blue hue in the background!
Connie @ Sensible-Redesign
Great Idea!!
Anne
I need two of these for my kitchen please!
Fabulous job, Gail. Wish I could find cupboard doors like that!!
Have a great weekend!
Corn in my Coffee-Pot
Gail~
adorable shelf. The doors really make the little shelf,huh?
I've made some DIY chalk paint; and was wondering how it would look with black. Kind of a charcoal look. I like it!
glad to see this project. Have an excellent weekend. ~Pat
Sue
Oh how I would love to live closer! I would take classes if you ever offered! Stay save this weekend,
Sue
Sherry@ Ties2ThePast
Really looks good but I'd LOVE to see the chalkboards you made, too!
Please??!!!
♥'s
Sherry
Full Circle Creations
Looks like a winner to me! Great job. I like the black that you added to the bead board. Nicely done!
Holly
Becky@Beyond The Picket Fence
Fantastic--you are a real woodworker--you do things so well instead of in my hob knob goofy way :)!