I Transformed 2 Metal Cabinets into a Storage Masterpiece
ฝัง
- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 7 ก.ย. 2024
- I've been wanting one of these cabinets for YEARS, and I finally found TWO! I wanted to give them an overhaul though, and add some mobile function as well as a platform on top for a large power tool. I CAN'T BELIEVE HOW MUCH FIT IN THESE!
I cleaned, de-stickered, sanded, and repainted these metal cabinets and made a rolling platform with locking casters to easily move this around if I wanted to. I've been struggling trying to figure out where to put my planer, as right now, it's a bit in the way. So that will live on top of this while not in use.
PRODUCT LINKS BELOW
___________________________________
Thanks for watching! If you liked this video, please consider subscribing for more furniture flipping videos!
If you are interested QUICK bites of furniture flipping, refinishing, and restoration, check out my other channel!
💎 / @tfgsnacks
✅Social Media Links & Ways to Support the Channel: bio.site/tfg
📫 To send mail: Transcend Furniture Gallery, c/o Angie, PO Box 718, Hantsport, NS, Canada, B0P1P0
✅USE MY CODE TFG10 for 10% off your SurfPrep order- urlgeni.us/TFG...
✅SAVE 10% off your Fusion Mineral Paint order (Code 'transcendfmp')- urlgeni.us/TFG...
✅xTool Discount code : xToolPartner
US/Canada Store: urlgeni.us/TFG...
UK Store: urlgeni.us/TFG...
France Store: urlgeni.us/TFG...
Deutschland Store: urlgeni.us/TFG...
EU Store: urlgeni.us/TFG...
___________________________________
PRODUCTS USED:
💡SurfPrep 3x4 Electric Ray Sander (Vacuum Compatible)
urlgeni.us/TFG...
💡SurfPrep POV-8
urlgeni.us/TFG...
(Discount code not valid on the vacuum)
💡SurpPrep Vacuum Hose Clips
urlgeni.us/TFG...
💡Respirator
urlgeni.us/amz... (Canada)
urlgeni.us/amz... (US)
💡Air Filtration System
urlgeni.us/amz... (Canada)
urlgeni.us/amz... (US)
💡Gloves
urlgeni.us/amz... (Canada)
urlgeni.us/amz... (US)
💡Rust-Oleum Painter's Touch Dark Walnut
urlgeni.us/amz... (Canada)
urlgeni.us/amz... (US)
💡GooGone
urlgeni.us/amz... (Canada)
urlgeni.us/amz... (US)
💡GoofOff
urlgeni.us/amz... (Canada)
urlgeni.us/amz... (US)
💡Ear protection
urlgeni.us/amz... (Canada)
urlgeni.us/amz... (US)
💡Festool CT26E Dust Extractor
urlgeni.us/amz... (Canada)
urlgeni.us/amz... (US)
💡Work bench castors
urlgeni.us/amz... (Canada)
urlgeni.us/ama... (US)
💡Shop Towels
urlgeni.us/amz... (Canada)
urlgeni.us/amz... (US)
💡Odie's Oil, Universal Oil, Walnut & Burnt Ochre pigments
www.odiesoil.c... (Canada)
www.odiesoil.c... (US)
______________________
NOTE: Please be advised that the links provided are affiliate links and I may get a small commission from qualified purchases. This is at absolutely no extra cost to you!
Always be sure to read all manufacturers instructions and use appropriate safety equipment when using any of these products, and do so at your own risk.
______________________
Just a note, as there seems to be a bit of confusion regarding the labels- I did mention right in the video that I DO still need to add labels, though I’m not sure what I want that to look like just yet. But yes, labels need to be and will be added. 😊
Additionally- when I was referring to possibly having the laser cut out walnut veneer for the drawer faces, I didn’t mean just the label area. My original plan was to face the drawers with the walnut veneer. The whole face, not just the little label area. Apologies if I didn’t explain that well enough, there seems to be a bit of miscommunication there. I’ve since decided I want to leave them as is, painted, and just add my labels as I intended to. ❤
Paper labels of a color that matches the apothecary style unit. Only because some wild floral would be too hard to read 😮.
Now I get it..I mean I thought I got it but you clarified it. I think it’s grand the way it is. You are soooo talented. Angie
Leave it without the walnut, but maybe colour code the labels. X
I understood your thought. And if I remember correctly you did say that the walnut was for the drawer faces.
You had a great idea!
I love the color you chose and your choice to leave the drawer fronts as is.
This will come in super handy 😉
Leave it as it is because it is beautiful and needs nothing else. I know you must be so happy to have this new piece in your shop be functional and visually appealing at the same time.
Thank you so much! 😊
You could think about making labels from various colors of paper. That would be an interesting design element AND help with quickly finding the parts you want!
I thought the same thing looks fantastic as it is.
Leave it. I’m sure you’ll make great Looking Labels! 👍🏼
Please don’t change to just shop sounds! I love hearing you talk about your process and thoughts. It’s how we get to know you! And once we know you and love you, we’ll watch you do anything.
No risk of that! I was pointing out WHY I don't. 😉
@@TranscendFurnitureGallery I usually get bored and change to something else if someone doesn't talk in their video.
Keep it as it is. I love the combination of colors that you used. You’re so gifted!
Thank you so much!
A sporran is the little purse that you wear on the front of your kilt. Love a man in a kilt! 😊
Yes! Thank you!
especially if that kilt is worn by Major Johnny Thompson from king Charles guard.
@@barbaralewis5951 oh my my is it hot in here? Crank up the ac please!😃😂🙏🏻
or another woman in a kilt! ;) 🌈
I watch a lot of the YT refinishers. Your videos are the most inspiring.
I really appreciate that, thank you so much! 😊
I agree 100% with you @bluedragonfly5!
What will you think of next? I love your imagination. Your workshop is the cleanest most upscale one I've seen. Cabinet looks awesome.
Wow! Thank you kindly!! 😁
That top and colour make it classy, so much better than the usual metal cabinets.
I'm so glad you like them!
TRANSCEND is such a powerful word. Life can leave us battered.....sometimes scarred and beaten down. To face our limitations and go beyond them is the goal of a spiritual person. You bring that to your work and inspire me.....and no doubt many others. Bravo Angie.
I appreciate that! Thank you! 😊
And what you do is embody redemption with your work. Just wonderful!
Amen.
Beautifully said. 👍🏻
You might want to put bumpers on the wall for when you move it in and out of position against the wall. Love it. Love the conservation of STUFF.
That’s actually a great idea!
I think this project came out excellent. I could use a cabinet like that myself. Putting a top on is something I would not have thought to do that. I love it.
I'm so glad you like it! Thank you so much for watching! 😊
Like always in my opinion it's a wonderful look. Then again I always find your work a very amazing outcome. You do awesome work! Keep up the great work!
I agree with other commentors; I like the colors just as is. FYI, whenever I have a need to use either Goo Gone or Goof Off, I've found that heat from a hairdryer can often soften the adhesive enough to pull it off easily; slow and steady is the key. You might have to use a little scraper to lift a corner, but then use the dryer underneath as you pull.
Thank you so much! 😊
It's a good feeling when you can consolidate items into a lovely cabinet, drawers, work chest etc...
So true!
I like the monochrome fronts. Like Bob Ross would say, I think this fits in the "Happy Accidents" category. It is like a modern spin on an old tired filing cabinet. I love it! Great job as usual Angie! Oh, btw, Jay from "Flipping Drawers" is doing another MCM challenge next month! I hope to see you in there, along with a new YT creator, "MCM Redo." That new YT creator reminds me of you when you started out on here. I am overjoyed to see so many in this genre from all over the world!.it just makes me smile. 😊
Yes, I've been invited to the challenge. Jay was actually watching the premiere of this video so this comment gave me a giggle. Thanks for watching!
@@TranscendFurnitureGallery LOL! Glad you got the invite! I can't wait!!! ❤
Regular Ole olive oil is great for getting stickers off. I add some to a little spray bottle and scratch up the stickers then use the oil wait a couple seconds to a minute or so and then I use a old plastic card with a paper towel wrapped around and scrap over the area and then wipe up the rest with remainder of the paper towels and it usually is all gone never had a problem
Near the end when you showed the plastic storage bins versus this new storage masterpiece... just says it all!
Thank you so much for watching! 😊
Great storage, so much more functionality then the plastic boxes. And attractive too
Thank you so much for watching! 😊
You lucky dog. I would love a cabinet like this for my sewing room. I had a pattern cabinet for many years which was ideal for all things sewing until my husband kidnapped it for the garage. Now, I'm in the process of getting rid of stuff, so there's no need anymore. You've made the cabinet look professional and very handsome. You're a girl after my own heart being a very organized person. Love the look you achieved. Can't wait to see what you do next.
Thank you so much Linda! I really appreciate that! 😊
I really love to watch you making everything so useful, and SO PRETTY.
Thank you so much!
Nice!! I was delighted the desk side fit so well! I say keep the front monochrome.
I appreciate the feedback! 😊
Amazing storage piece. It looks so elegant.
Thank you kindly! 😊
Never ever would I look at that and see what you did, but, that's why we watch you, you do create magic. it is really pretty and elevates any place you put it in.
I really appreciate that, thank you!!
Personally, I love it as it is. That dark brown is gorgeous (I may use it on some of MY projects!) and works great with the rest of your workroom. Also, those cabinets were a great score!!! Good on you!
Seriously, I don't have the space to do much in my tiny apartment (which is also my art studio), but you and your channel have given me some wonderful ideas. Thank you.
Amei ❤❤❤
You're most welcome!! I'm so glad I can help! 😊
Love the repurposing of two different items!
Side note: I have used coconut oil (it comes in a jar and is paste like-you can get it at any grocery store) on super sticky residue. It comes off so easily, smells great, and it’s good for your skin too! I used it to get gum out of my son’s hair. 😂
We use coconut oil a lot in cooking etc, however because I was going to paint these I didn't want the surface to be any slicker than it already was.
@@TranscendFurnitureGallery good point! I didn’t think about that. See? You’re still educating me!
Quick tip on adhesive removal - use WD40 and an old toothbrush. Also, as crazy as it sounds, creamy peanut butter works. Smear it on. Let it soak for a few minutes and wipe off with paper towel. If the adhesive is stubborn you can rub the peanut butter with a paper towel then wipe it off.
Yes WD40 works, but I had to paint this and I didn't want the surface to be any slicker than it already was.
Follow up with Windex to degrease.
Keep as is. You continue to amaze me with your repurposing of things. In this case an entire wall of “stuff” tastefully condensed to a much smaller space. Well Done!👍🏻
I'm so glad you like them! Thanks so much!
Perfection once again. Wish I had one of these cabinets. 🎉
Thank you! 😊 I've been wanting some for a while.
If the "goof off" lists naphtha as an ingredient, lighter fluid is basically the same thing and probably cheaper. It's what I use to remove labels or their residue. Works great.
Angie: I like it just the way it is now. Great job! Good looking and functional! Carol from Caliy
Thanks so much! 😀
I attended McLane High School in California. We were the Highlanders. Our mascot was Angus, a Scottish Terrier. Bagpipes and Scottish Dancers, also. A Sporran is the little bag used by kilt wearers to hold the "bits & bobs" necessary for daily life!
I prefer the cabinet with the new brown color and the walnut veneer! Very sophisticated indeed! Beautiful work. as usual! Take Care and Be Safe
Thank you so much for watching! 😊
WD40 works well on adhesives. Also a janitorial product called Resolves-All. It's sold as a gum remover but works on so many other things too.
I love how humble you always are. I know i am not the only one, Angie. I recently watched another "flipper" literally destroy an old treadle sewing machine cabinet/base. Nothing like you at all. And so unrepentedly rude about her opinion when multiple commenters decried her horrible use of color. She did no prep work, although she lied and said she did off-camera (you could tell because the same dirty nasty spots were there throughout the entire video!). There are so many others who do such terrible work and have such bad attitudes. You are so sweet, even when you don't have to be. And the work you do, is always in the service of the item. Love you!
Yes WD40 works, but I had to paint this and I didn't want the surface to be any slicker than it already was. Thank you so much for always watching!!! 😀
I just love your videos. To me they are in the same vein as Bob Ross videos. Super calming and fun to watch.
Glad you like them! I really appreciate that, thank you!
I'm commenting without reading the other comments (to see if I'm right!) -- a sporran is the smallish pouch that hangs from the belt on a kilt. I believe they were mostly used to carry a flask for whiskey -- and going by the few Scots I've met, that would seem totally logical! 🤣🤣🤣
You are correct! 😊
It was fun to see you working on a different type of project. It turned out great and doesn’t need anything more. Enjoy all your new organization. Having pull out drawers will be so much more convenient than the stacked plastic bins.❤
I agree completely!
This is so pretty with the dark metal and the walnut!!! looks perfect.
Thank you so much! 😊
Oh my goodness, do these cabinets bring back memories. When working in a medical school and research back in the day before Internet, these cabinets were used to house copies of manuscripts that had been published. If the manuscript was excepted for publication, then we would order copies of that article. Request would arrive from around the world for a copy that article that would get mailed out. Each drawer held a different manuscript. I think we had four of these cabinets. They were always gray, label holder riveted. I would give anything to have these to house my craft projects now.
Love it! What a great cabinet. I am getting ready to start a couple of projects, nervous, and praying I have half the talent you do.
You can do it! 😀
What an absolutely delightful storage solution. The additional fact that the scrap pieces you kept worked perfectly for the top and bottom of the unit is the icing on the cake! No need for the veneer facing.
Thanks so much for the feedback! Much appreciated!
I have a thing about lots of small drawers so absolutely love this piece. Just as it is now! Another beautiful makeover, Thankyou ❤️❤️
I'm with you on that! I have to open each and every one.
You're very welcome! ☺️
I have been hunting for that exact same style cabinet for YEARS!
I love that it is not possible for you to do a halfas* job. You are the best. Love to Nacho.
Awe, thank you! I really appreciate that! 😊
I love the dark brown with the walnut. It's beautiful!
Thank you so much! 😊
Keep it just the paintjob. Looks great!
Thank you so much! 😊
I have the same cabinet. It was my dad's tool chest and had it as long as I remember. Now it is in my garage as my tool chest.
That is wonderful. 😊
"If it's no' Scottish it's crap!" - My Sporran. 😆
😂
I love the idea of chrome labels with black lettering.
Thank you!
What a find - awesome storage! I love the cabinets the way they are - they look amazing (as usual!) 🥳🎉
I'm so glad you like them!
I like it as it is. It is so nice to have good looking as well as useful furniture in work spaces.
Thank you very much! 😊
It's perfect as it is. I love that brown spray paint, too.
Thank you very much!
Storage is always in demand for supplies. Glad you found the cabinets.😅❤🎉
Yes! Thank you!
Thank you so much for not including shop sounds very often in your videos. It's one of the reasons I can watch your videos, as certain sounds just chill me to the core and make things unwatchable. A lot of other channels have creators I really like, but I can't watch the videos while I work on other things at the same time, because the sounds just are like nails on a chalkboard. Your videos are soothing and enjoyable because of your voiceovers and the music you choose!
Thank you so much! I'm so glad you enjoy my content!! 😊
That joined cabinet looks great! The walnut top is amazing! So glad you had that around!!! It is just great that you are building a beautiful space for yourself to work in!
Thanks so much!
I think that for something in a shop, it looks absolutely luxurious just as it is! With your urge to go above and beyond, your shop will end up resembling a palace! I love it. Something makes me think it would look nice to use labels that are a kind of creamy off-white.
Thank you so much for watching! 😊
As my mom and dad always said, "Waste not, want not!" Great idea using the walnut for the top! I would color coordinate the labels so that it makes it easier to find: blue for nails; red for screws; green for hardware, etc. Happy Spring!
Thanks so much Mary! I appreciate the feedback!
You are so creative, and you spend so much time in this space, I think it's important for it to look good and be orderly. I think these cabinets look great. They are still industrial pieces and leaving them painted is a way to honor their legacy.
Thank you very much Janice! 😊
I agree with other comments left , it looks great how it is !! You've turned a boring item into something classy but practical . You're workspace is going to be the envy of a lot of people !
Awe, thank you!!! 😊
You make your viewers smile! You are a gem!
Thanks so much for watching Kathy!
This is so cool! For the adhesive removal, there's a product called Rapid Remover which I used, along with a heat gun and a razor blade, to remove elderly, peeling, and deeply hideous vinyl stripes and swooshes from a big RV. It worked really well, when Goof Off and all my other solvents did nothing. It didn't damage the RV wall, either.
After 1000 + comments, I doubt if you'll see this, but thank you for all the videos, I love watching what you do.
You're very welcome!! Thank you so much for watching! 😊
I think if you keep going at this rate, your workshop is gonna be as cute as your retail shop was.
WOW! Can you believe how much fit into those drawers? Now you have so much more room to work in. As an amateur wood worker I can really appreciate more room and better storage.
Thank you so much! 😀
I love how neat and tidy you are. These cabinets are beautiful!
Thanks so much! 😊
This is awesome! It truly made me smile because my dad had a long cabinet in our garage from a jewelry store. It had a ton of drawers and he never labeled them. The standing joke is when we asked for anything he’d say “it’s in a drawer”. I had forgotten about that until I saw this. Thanks for the memory. By the way, I love the idea of the mahogany inserts!
I'm so glad I could bring back some fond memories for you!! 😊
I vote for leave it as is. It always amazes me how actually Beautiful you can make a piece of metal look. The top and bottom are the cherry on top. So glad you already those pieces in the exact same size to use. It just looks AMAZING. I really liked this flip.
Thank you so much! I'm really glad you enjoyed it! 😊
I really like the way it turned out chic, modern, industrial are the vibes I get from it. I could see it in a home office or in a loft apt. I give it two thumbs if I had more I'd put them all up.
Awe, thank you so much!! 😊
Beautiful storage solution!!! Your shop is looking better with every project! Love the aesthetic ❤
Thanks so much! 😊
You should cut cards on your Cricut cutter. With the letters cut out so the cabinet color shows through. The stickers should be color coded with object type; so drawer pulls are blue. Wheels are green, etc. Its not quite as aesthetically pleasing but super useful.
Thank you kindly! 😀
Super tidy, very clean and sharp looking... and much more efficiently organized, looks massively better than the shelves! Well done
Thank you so much! 😊
The cabinets turned out beautifully! Personally, they don't need anything else, look perfect the way they are! Awesome job! 😊❤
Thanks so much! 😊
It looks fantastic as is! What a relief for you to be able to get to your tools, bits & pieces. Yay, glad you were able to find it.🎉
Thank you very much! 😊
I'm with the majority who thinks that it looks pleasing as is!!! ❤
Thank you kindly! 😊
I would expect nothing less of you than to make your shop storage so beautiful! Love it the way it is. Can I just say that as a neat freak I LOVE the way you clean as you go. Everything neat and tidy - lovely work space!
Thanks so much 😊
I love the way it looks at the end: nice and simple, but still elegant.
Thank you very much! 😊
What a beautiful addition to your workshop. I think crisp black and white labels would look good on the cabinet.
Thanks so much! 😊
Looking so much better than the plastic bins. Excellent!
Thank you so much! 😊
I absolutely L-O-V_e it! I'm embarking on the exciting journey of flipping furniture, and the idea of acquiring a metal cabinet had never crossed my mind! It's truly incredible. It's become crystal clear to me-when you know, you just know.! 👏👏👏👏
I'm really glad you like it! 😊
Sooo much prep before you could paint! Looks beautiful as is. I’m stunned that everything fit. Must feel so good to have everything stored in an aesthetically pleasing cabinet that’s so efficient too! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
Thank you so much for watching! 😊
You make your viewers smile!
I'm so glad!! 😀
Your workshop furniture is nicer than my livingroom! 🤣🤣
Thank you so much! 😊
I can never have enough storage drawers! May the bliss exponentially effect your storage space!
Thank you so much! 😊
Outstanding. Good organization in the shop always makes a project quicker and easier.
I agree completely!!
I should say leave it the way it is - it turned out wonderfully! Greetings from Germany from the silver fox, David 😉🦊
Thank you kindly David! 😊
I am CRAZY about this metal cabinet restoration - great find, and a terrific makeover!
Glad you like it!
Wow! It's beautiful and I'm sure you will enjoy the organization. I have to say that, with each video, I don't want it to end. It's kind of like reading a great book! Thank you! ❤️
You're very welcome! 😊
Love the cabinet and love your channel. Idea for the labels: heavy black or brown cardstock spray painted the same brown that you used on the cabinet and the words handwritten with gold or bronze metallic markers. Also, keep an extra can or two of the spray paint for touch ups; that color may not be available again in five years.
I do still have half a can, but may get one more to keep on hand. I'm sure it'll get marked at some point, lol.
This looks awesome Angie, love how it condenses all your bits into one storage cabinet rather than all those plastic buckets! I think I’m going to keep my eye out for one for my workshop ! 🤩👏😍
Best of luck in your search!! 😊
Goals. Need it. Want it. Love it.
I LOVE these storage for your shop videos. I am a huge fan of organization, and the mobile store *chef's kiss*. I hope to one day have my own work space as organized as I desire.
Thank you so much for watching and I'll see my fingers crossed for you! 🙂
I'm loving the monochrome look, so i'd save the walnut for another project. Great job as always, and what a space saver! I love the clever idea of putting the cabinets back to back and setting them on a spinnable platform as well. Being a big fan of metal cabinets and lockers myself, i'm so glad of the inspiration.
Thank you so much for watching! 😊
The depth off your knowledge and experience is amazing. I don't aspire to do what you do, but I've learned about products to use and tips on methods of doing things the best way. I was very happy to quit trying to sand the paint off the wooden filing cabinet! I truly enjoy watching you work your magic and love that you are saving pieces that many people would consider trash, turning them into stunning reboots. Thank you for sharing what you do.
You're most welcome!! 😀
Really nice job, Angie. It looks finished to me. What a lovely replacement for your studio. Great find. You definitely did it justice! Another Angie.😊
Thanks so much! 😊
Your attention to detail is incredible
Thank you! 😊
As always, a thorough approach creates a fantastic result. I'd make a chart on paper and put it inside a protective sleeve. You could adhere it to the side of the cabinet so you know what's in each drawer or you could keep it somewhere else in the shop to access it when you need it. The fronts stay clean, but you aren't spending valuable time searching drawers for what you need. An excellent addition to the shop, esp with the repurposed top and bottom!
Thank you so much for watching and taking the time to leave feedback! Much appreciated!
This looks amazing, 60 drawers, that's luxurious! I was doubtful about the dark color, but really very much like it, so I would leave it as is and make the labels as inconspicuous as possible. Love it!
Thank you so much for the feedback! 😊
I absolutely love the way this turned out! My husband and I need to do something similar. His work was getting rid of a lot of old things, and we ended up with two somewhat similar filing cabinets. Of course, the two cabinets are completely different from each other -- but we each chose one of them, and will be filling them! His for his shop, mine in my craft room. Love the idea of putting them on casters.
That's wonderful! Thank you so much for watching! 😊
I think the walnut labels with black writing would be cool!
Thank you so much! 😊
I find hand sanitiser removes labels and goo off really well
Black on black looks clean and simple. I like it!
Thank you!! 😊
Handles the same colour looks great
Oh Angie it looks beautiful just as it is! I think I would leave it. What a wonderful new storage space you created. You did a remarkable job.
Thank you so much for watching! 😊
Love it as it is. You never disappoint when doing a project. You are a gifted woodworker and I love how you share your thought processes. Another great job!
Thank you so much! 😊
You even are capable to turn a boring cabinet into a beautiful and also very practical piece to work with ! And don t put veneer at the front but keep it as it is right now and it still having a industrial look in combination with beautiful wood on top and bottom !!! Love this video and it was something totally different !!
Thank you! 😊