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Door Bench

Gail Wilson — Wed, 06 May 2026 00:51:33 +0000

A thrift store door may not look like a bench at first glance, but that is exactly what makes this project fun. These narrow door sections had the right size, the right character, and just enough old hardware charm to make me take a second look. With a few cuts, some pocket holes, trim, armrests,...

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DIY Entry Table

Gail Wilson — Tue, 05 May 2026 00:50:20 +0000

I LOVE making repurposed door projects. This DIY entry table is beautiful and functional. Add a basket under the lower shelf to add even more functionality. The blue door and table is the perfect addition to any home decor. The addition of a chalkboard is just the icing on the cake! Click over to see all the details so you can make one yourself.

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Repurposed Door Coffee Station

Gail Wilson — Sun, 01 Mar 2026 20:40:00 +0000

Turn an old dresser and bi-fold doors into a functional coffee station cabinet. Step-by-step makeover with storage ideas and styling tips.

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DIY Entryway Table

Gail Wilson — Fri, 10 Oct 2025 19:26:27 +0000

In this project, Gail Wilson transforms everyday castoffs into a functional and stylish entryway piece. By repurposing a $2 interior door, an inexpensive dresser mirror, and spare table legs, she crafts a narrow table ideal for a foyer. Her inventive use of pocket holes, brackets, and thoughtful trimming turns humble materials into a sturdy, eye-catching...

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DIY Hall Tree Table

Gail Wilson — Fri, 10 Oct 2025 13:37:57 +0000

Gail Wilson shows how easy it can be to turn an old door into a DIY hall tree. With a touch of creativity, she combines storage, style, and function. This clever project uses a discarded sewing cabinet and a hollow door to create a one-of-a-kind entryway piece. How To Make a DIY Hall Tree Table...

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Hall Tree Bench | DIY

Gail Wilson — Sun, 20 Jul 2025 01:22:37 +0000

I love making hall trees. I think a green hall tree was one of my very first projects. This one was made from an old door and a dreadful orange shelf/nightstand. I'm so pleased how it turned out. I'll show you how I removed all evidence of the doorknob! Do click to see the transformation!

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Reclaimed Armoire Door Book Shelf

Gail Wilson — Sun, 02 Mar 2025 00:35:17 +0000

I've had this reclaimed armoire door book shelf on my to-do list for almost a year. I finally got around to building it. The two armoire doors were missing a couple of glass panels, so I had to make a decision on what to put in the empty space. Great tips on how to build your own bookcase out of old tall cabinet doors.

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Repurposed Door Bookshelf Tutorial

Gail Wilson — Tue, 11 Feb 2020 12:00:00 +0000

I'm revisiting an old project with new photos and directions, adding what I would do differently if I were to build it today. I've learned a lot over the last 10 years! I'm sharing a repurposed door bookshelf from the archives.

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Repurposed Door into Bookshelf

Gail Wilson — Tue, 31 Jul 2018 07:00:00 +0000

How to make a unique, one of a kind bookshelf out of an old door and two small cupboard doors. Compete tutorial will show you just how to repurpose your own door.

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How I Disguised My Sump Pump – The Basement Laundry Room Renovation Continues!

Gail Wilson — Tue, 20 Mar 2018 08:09:00 +0000

Are you looking for a way to disguise a sump pump? Maybe you're just looking for a way to make plain flat doors look better? I used two plain jane closet doors to hide my sump pump in the basement.

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