After doing my monthly trip, scavenging around looking for ideas for my latest project. Visiting my usual antiques shops, salvage yards and car boot sales. I eventually came across this simply designed, gate fold door cupboard. Instantaneously catching my eye i was intrigued by its unfamiliar design and immediately asked for more information….
Recently acquired from a housing clearance from the local area. Pulled off the wall that very morning, from an old victorian kitchen. Nicely worn, but of not much use to many people. I managed to get it for a steal!
A Happy man i was!
This beautiful piece of history had all its original hinges and turn fasteners still in full working order. Not to mention its lovely aged patina. I wonder what useful storage could be made from this new found item.
With slight damage to the base and lower corners, i decided to add a decorative beading around a raised platform to cover a multitude of holes. Filling the rest with wood filler, all it needed next was a good old sanding back.
After adding new wood to old, i eventually decided to try and match the original white paint work on the doors.
Not as easy as i thought!
Finally giving in, i decided a re-sand and paint was needed.
Adding a pearl white matte paint was the perfect final touch to this now useful sideboard.
Now taking pride of place in my own studio flat, it adds ideal storage and a place to exhibit my collectable and general objd’art.