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The bottom half of a dining hutch upcycled with wire mesh and coated with charcoal coloured paint.
The project
We loved our hutch but it was time to give it new life and purpose. We thought if we separate the top and bottom halves, maybe the whole thing would be less bulky on that wall. Next, we looked at it and figured why not flip the top, and separate them?
We went to Bunnings and started looking at alternatives for materials. We purchased a piece of wood and created a top for the flipped portion. We then went about the arduous task of sanding. Then we used a chalk-like texture paint in charcoal.
Now, the windows. We thought glass is overrated (and expensive). So we went to Bunnings and found some metal mesh, and used this instead, which turned out to be fun with the lights hitting in every direction as well as a very clean industrial look. We really enjoyed this renovation and look forward to our next one.
Renovated bottom half. We used short, wide flathead screws. Very clean finish since the mesh squares are small.
It only took a day to complete. We let the paint dry on Saturday then brought it back inside on Sunday afternoon. The lights are remote control USB powered light strips. I am also very happy with the mesh.
Lights working.
Before and after
More inspiration for your buffet project
Community member Dana's buffet hutch was upcycled with paint and stain.
Workshop member Ranya used sugar soap, did some sanding and then used fresh paint to complete her retro buffet upcycle.
Check out our collection of Upcycled buffets by Bunnings Workshop community members for more ideas and inspiration for your home.
