What used to be a furnace closet was turned into a linen closet after the furnace was removed.
It was a great use of the space . But, not an effective use of the entire space.
the shelves didn't come all the way to the front of the closet , the door way was to slim and made it hard to get things in the top of the closet (As you can see my my strategically crammed linens)
So, I started gutting the entire doorway as far as it would open up without harming the structure . I took away the damaged drywall in the back and put decorative wood slats in it's place.
Then I added this great faux wood grain detail to the walls.
After planning I got to work and decided what size shelves I wanted and how far apart they should be according to what I needed to store.
I'm so excited about the result. Having a more effective storage space will not only allow me to keep things organized and within reach ;But, it makes me smile every time I walk by the space. I can't wait to wash my linens and put them away now!
Of course, I'm sure that part of it will fade away soon...I really dislike the laundry chore.
I found these really great little battery operated puck lights that have a setting to detect overhead light and switch on with the other lights. Neat!
Having light in a small space prevents losing things in the back of the closet. Which usually ends in overspending . (I can't tell you how many times I have made multiple purchases of the same things only because I can't find them! ----future hoarder right here)
My only disappointment is that the faux wood finish can't really be seen with the filled linen closet.
However, I have another plan for this faux finish! ....you'll just have to wait and see .
To see more of the beginning process click here
To see more of the beginning process click here
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It turned out awesome Amy!! I love the faux wood finish! The whole closet and set-up looks great!!
ReplyDeleteLooks great! Btw, so does your blog! Did you make all the changes yourself? Love the closet makeover and love the blog makeover! :)
ReplyDeleteWow Amy! It came out really great. What a difference!! I'm really impressed. I'm definitely going to use your tips and tricks and blog posts as inspiration when we get our own place.
ReplyDeleteWow!! Amy, your closet looks awesome!!!!! It's always so nice having a great space that helps rather than hinders staying organized! Love it!
ReplyDeletegreat job! Maybe I can work up the motivation to take care mine now too:)
ReplyDeleteI love love love it!!!!
ReplyDeleteThat looks great Amy. You have a real talent. I only with you lived close to me - ha ha...
ReplyDeleteRhonda
Awesome job and that faux treatment is just mind blowing. Different, fun and it makes you smile too. Great job.
ReplyDeleteIt looks wonderful now and I think it's nice that you can see parts of the faux finish section...subtle. From one who has no linen closet...I'm envious! xo
ReplyDeleteIt really turned out nice. Too bad you can't see more of that faux finish, but I cannot wait to see what else you have in store with that. It looks so wonderfully organized and fresh! Love it. You are getting things done so much faster than me. ;)
ReplyDeleteYou are so creative! This linen closet is so YOU! Can't wait to see what else you come up with in your home.
ReplyDeleteBlessings!
Geneva