Double Window Cabinet
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How to Make a Double Window Cabinet out of reclaimed windows.
Double Window Cabinet Tutorial
This repurposed window cabinet was a long time coming. Seems like that’s becoming a habit with me, huh? Just to refresh your memory . . .
(for more details of how it came along, see the post Repurposed Windows Display Cabinet)
Thrift Store Windows
I picked up two of these windows at my favorite Peddler’s Mall.
Build a Cabinet Around Windows
I worked on building a frame around the windows out of some scrap mdf. This was not an easy task. I had figures and formulas bouncing around in my head, trying to make sure that the opening I left would properly surround the two windows.
On facebook and twitter I talked about how much trouble I was having with finding hinges. I was lucky enough to stumble across these hinges in my hardware inventory. Here’s a little tip , use painter’s tape to hold your hinge while you drill pilot holes and screw the screws.
Attach Windows As Doors
The doors are on! Finally! See that piece in the middle, between the doors? That is to keep the doors from “falling” inward.
Add Front Facing for Window Doors
I used a piece of bead board for the back.
Now, I need to add door handles and some kind of lock mechanism.
Install Handles
I used the original handles, then I had an aha moment!
Add Door Latches
Check out how I installed the latches . . .
. . . I used the original window locks, attaching them at the top of the windows. (which of course are the original “sides” of the windows) Note the grooves. The little latch slides right down in the groove, and keeps the doors securely closed. The one on the left is unlocked, the one on the right is locked.
Double Window Cabinet
If you compare the the color of these windows to the original windows, you’ll see that I used some dark walnut stain to darken them. I am so over the honey colored woodwork.
This has been sitting in my living room ever since I finished it. I have fallen in love with it, but alas I do not have room to keep it.
See more DIY Repurposed Window Ideas Here.
gail
love it!!! i love the white and wood finish, too- very classic! it is the perfect bult-in appearing cabinet!
Brilliant!!! I ♥ it! I would buy that in a heartbeat. Great job.
That is seriously a great idea! I truly love it!!! Really I am not just saying that!
Gail you aced this one… fantastic job… oh I would have such a hard time getting rid of that one… can’t you just hang it on that wall… love your locks too, great imagination. AWESOME JOB…
Hugs, Deb
LOVE THIS!!! Wow did that idea ever turn out great or what? Now you are going to have me looking for old windows… lol
Oh Gail, that is stunning!
I LOVE this! The two tone look is so pretty, and the old window hardware adds a lot of personality.
I’ve fallen in love with it too. It is beautiful! The dark stain with the white is beautiful and I love the hardware.
Hey Gail,
I know you haven’t heard from me in a bit but I’m still here even if there is no activity on my blog… I love, love, love your display cabinet!! And the dark walnut stain paired w/ the white is incredible! It reminds me of the cabinetry in Europe. Trust me I know what you mean about being over the honey stain… ugh, and I have a house full of it.
Take care and keep up the good work!
Absolute perfection!!
Your so handy!
Love the shelf and the way you used the window/doors!
I so enjoy coming back and seeing what your up to each week!
Sandy
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That display cabinet is beautiful. I love the way you used the old window locks. I’d have a hard time letting that go but you certainly won’t have any trouble selling it.