Upcycle a Metal Locker

by eric_greaves in Living > Organizing

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Upcycle a Metal Locker

Upcycling & Repurposing a Metal Locker - Daughter's Room Upgrade Part 2

Check out my Youtube video for this easy project on converting a metal locker into a great storage solution for our daughter's bedroom.

Found an Old Metal Locker

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We found an old metal locker at a flea market in our area. Got a great deal @ $20.00.

Locker Was in Pretty Good Shape

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It only had minor rust damage, but nothing too serious

A Great Find!

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The locker is 6'6"h X 15"w X 18"D

Sanding

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Decided to use 60 grit sand paper and my orbital sander.

More Sanding

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Took about 30 minutes to do.

More Sanding...

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What i couldn't hit with the sander i did myself with a piece of 80 grit

Paint!

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Took it outside and used 4 cans of "grape" spray paint from the big box store. easy!

Added the Bling

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My wife hit it with one can of glitter paint.

The Color Pops!

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Let It Dry

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kept it outside to dry for a few hours.

Done!

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Super Easy project that has turned into a great storage solution!