How to Decorate With Metal Cabinets

Metal cabinets were once a staple of locker rooms an garages. However, metal cabinets are making their way into the rest of the house. Metal cabinets offer clean, simple lines that can be customized to match any decor. Add more storage to every room in the house with metal cabinets.

Difficulty: Easy

Instructions

Paint the Metal Cabinets

1. Choose metal cabinets that are free of rust and sharp edges. After all, you don't want to have to worry about a possible tetanus infection. Look for cabinets at flea markets, yard sales and second hand shops.

2. Wash and dry the metal cabinets completely before painting.

3. Select a bold color and spray paint the cabinet with light, wide strokes. Two to three coats of paint should be enough.

4. Add stenciled designs with acrylic paint for extra detail.

Decorate With Metal Cabinets

5. Place a metal cabinet in the dining room, for an impromptu sideboard. Keep linens and extra cutlery stored inside.

6. Use smaller metal cabinets as a nightstand in a bedroom or as a end table in the living room.

7. Store clothes in a tall metal locker cabinet that can double as an armoire.

8. Keep kids toys in easy reach with a low metal cabinet painted a bright primary color.

Tips & Warnings

• Use this same technique to spruce up boring file cabinets and metal desks. Add a splash of bold color to an office with a brightly painted filing cabinet or metal desk.

Resources

• Find more tips on painting metal furniture at Linden Painting.