Repurposed filing cabinet ideas

We've found 15 fabulous file cabinet makeovers to get your creative juices flowing!

Here's a genius use for your file cabinet (not for papers) - It really looks that good!

Here's a genius use for your file cabinet (not for papers) - It really looks that good!

Here are a dozen do-it-yourself home projects with ways that you can upcycle old cabinets in your house.

Looking for a way to store all those pieces of fabric you've been collecting? Well it ends up a 2 drawer file cabinet might be the answer to your problems!

You’ll have the most orderly garage on the block with these quick tricks. Click the picture for more details!

Beyond just storage, here are some upcycle filing cabinet projects to make and sell so you can increase the inventory of your handmade business.

Filing Cabinet Upcycle and Recycle Projects

When I think of a piece of office furniture that rarely looks pretty, I immediately think of the file cabinet. It is usually some dull metal color & basically a…

Storage bench made from repurposed file cabinet.

These organizer upcycles will completely wow you!

Create an affordable and beautiful craft or work space easily! Come learn how to Build a DIY File Cabinet Desk using just a couple file cabinets and some plank boards. I also have a great tutorial on how to Paint a File Cabinet.

A beaten up filing cabinet is prime for a new life. Check out this upcycled filing cabinet turned portable storage. Fun and Fun-ctional!

From Office to Garden: Filing Cabinet to Garden Planter - I totally snagged this wonderful project from Carole in Australia who posted her version last week. I...

From Office to Garden: Filing Cabinet to Garden Planter - I totally snagged this wonderful project from Carole in Australia who posted her version last week. I...

"Is it feasible to paint file cabinets that appear rigid, glossy, and smooth?" "Can you paint a file cabinet?" "If you're looking to acquire knowledge about paints and painting, the idea of altering the color of a filing cabinet might appear daunting." However, painting anything, including file cabinets, is achievable. You can effectively paint a metal filing cabinet using appropriate painting methods.