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Bedroom makeover using VJ panels

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A flatpack wardrobe, VJ panelling and fresh paint used in this bedroom makeover.

 

 

The project

 

My partner and I set out to give our bedroom a makeover by upgrading our wardrobe, adding some panelling and some fresh paint.

 

 

Steps

 

Step 1

 

Prepare by removing all the clothes and then dismantle the old wardrobe.

 

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Step 2

 

Dismantle and remove existing built-in wardrobe.

 

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Step 3

 

Build flatpack wardrobe bases. Making sure during the design phase to order flatpack sizes that will maximise the space available and fill out as much space as possible.

 

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Step 4

 

Remove existing skirting and build frame for panelling, attaching to the wall with brackets.

 

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Step 5

 

Attach Easycraft VJ panels with nail gun and Liquid Nails, then paint.

 

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Step 6

 

Using a cover panel the same colour as the flatpack, cut to size and attach the side of the wardrobe to give the illusion of a built-in wardrobe. Cut Oak ledge to size and complete painting, making sure to caulk and fill any gaps around the wardrobe cover panels.

 

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Step 7

 

Paint and reinstall skirting in front of panelling. Install custom shutters.

 

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Before and after

 

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