How to Build a Cardboard Display Cabinet

If you have lightweight items to display, you don't need a traditional wood display cabinet. Instead, you could make something to showcase those precious items with what's in your recycling bin. Depending on what you collect, a cardboard display cabinet may work well. Follow these steps to build one.

Things You'll Need

• Tape
• Cord
• Cardboard boxes
• Utility knife
• Paint
• Nail
• Glue

Instructions

1. Gather cardboard boxes. The amount and sizes you collect depends upon your display needs.

2. Remove the bottom of the boxes with a utility knife to make shadow boxes. This will give your display a modular look.

3. Paint or decorate the boxes so they have a uniform appearance. Choose colors and designs that appeal to your personal taste.

4. Arrange the boxes in a variety of ways using different sizes. Decide what arrangement you like best.

5. Paste, tape or pin the boxes together. Remember to cover the tape or incorporate it into your design pattern.

6. Attach your display case to wall with a thin cord taped to the middle shelf and connected to a small nail in the wall.

Tips & Warnings

• Display pieces can be fixed in place with tape or glue.

• A small well-balanced structure can be hung from the ceiling, making it a display mobile.

• This display cabinet should be placed in a low-traffic area of the home.

• Exercise caution when using a utility knife.