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Are you looking to repurpose your old wooden bookcase? Instead of letting your bookcases <\/a>hang out in your basement, give them a DIY makeover that will bring new life and purpose to areas in your home. Here are 5 easy DIY ideas that will help transform those bookcases into modern statement pieces!<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Bookcases are the perfect organizer for any closet. Use a wood bookcase<\/a> or transform that bookcase by cleaning and painting it. You can mount the bookcase to the wall to increase the sturdiness. Add baskets to the shelving to organize smaller items like socks and underwear. Use the rest of the shelving to neatly fold clothes. Add hooks to side or corners of the bookcase to hang scarves, purses or clutches, and hats. You can even store shoes under the shelves so that there is no wasted space.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Are you looking to add a mudroom to your entryway? Mudrooms and foyers are trending! Why not repurpose your small bookcase into a bench that will complete your new or current space! Simply flip the bookcase upside-down and add casters or short legs. Just like the closet shelving above, you can enjoy the wood look of your bookcase by perhaps giving it a new sheen with a glaze or choosing to clean, sand and paint your new bench to match your decor. Add a long cushion and decorative pillows<\/a> for an inviting feel to your new bench. If you\u2019re creating your entryway space from scratch, you can add Wainscoting behind your bookcase to differentiate and modernize your mudroom or foyer area.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Wherever you have storage, bookcases can help create an organized and spacious area. Turn them sideways to create half walls and design a space that fits your needs. Or simply anchor them on walls or add feet to create the shelving that you need to bring items off of the floor and out of boxes so that you have easier access to them. Again, you can add baskets for smaller items or even small, clear containers that you can label. This is the perfect area to store holiday decor items\u2026 without the hassle of searching through boxes. In addition, if you have any issue with water leakage in a basement or storage area, you can place the items off of the floor and save them from the possibility of getting ruined.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Small bookcases<\/a> with 2 to 3 shelves are ideal for this project. They provide great support when adding tabletops that will allow you to create an instantaneous desk for your home office! What\u2019s even more amazing about this desk is that you have built-in storage with the shelving below the tabletop. Store your printer, office supplies, and more. Are you looking to create your home office to make it your own? Shop for decor to complete your space with lamps, clocks, additional storage and more.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Stop tripping over shoes or searching for your other pair in a cluttered basket. Use a bookshelf bookcase to keep shoes organized so that you can avoid the question, \u201cwhere did I put my shoes?\u201d You can even install a piece of quarter round molding to create a more stable area for heels if you prefer. You can also utilize this in your mudroom or foyer so that you have storage for the whole family!<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n Visit any of our furniture stores or showrooms and\/or browse our furniture selections.<\/p>\n Questions? Feel free to contact us<\/a>.<\/p>\n <\/p>\n <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" DIY Projects to Makeover Your Home Are you looking to repurpose your old wooden bookcase? Instead of letting your bookcases hang out in your basement, give them a DIY makeover that will bring new life and purpose to areas in your home. 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Loft, Basement or Attic Storage<\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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Create a Desk for Your Home Office<\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n
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