15 Makeover Ideas For Furniture With Shelves
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Bookcases, hutches, china cabinets, and any furniture piece with shelves require extra time and energy to paint.

But the makeover options for furniture with shelves are endless. You can always paint them, but the addition of wallpaper, decorative stenciling, or furniture transfers makes the piece even more special and unique.
Makeover Ideas For Furniture With Shelves
Painted Bookcase with Parisian Letter Transfer
Check out this beautifully painted white bookshelf adorned with a stunning Parisian Letter Transfer. The result is French Country beauty that is reminiscent of a vintage piece of furniture.
Bookcases Updated with Paint and Wrapping Paper
Instead of purchasing a brand new bookcase, consider revamping your existing furniture by simply changing its color and adding some decorative wrapping paper.
Paint Stripes On Furniture
Add stripes to a pretty bookcase to make it special. This bookcase from Target was really nice but white stripes took it over the top.
Floral Decoupage Bookshelf with Napkins
This charming vintage bookcase was just $5.00, but it needed a little love. It was completely transformed into a beautiful decoupage bookshelf using floral napkins. It looks brand new!
How to Paint IKEA Furniture
Learn the secrets to ensuring paint sticks effectively to a variety of surfaces, including IKEA Billy bookcases. Follow this step-by-step guide to master the art of painting an IKEA bookcase on your own.
How to Paint a Laminate Bookcase Without Sanding
Amber from Amber Oliver gave an old laminate bookshelf a refresh with paint. It is now the perfect spot to hold children's books and toys! Paint is the easiest and most affordable way to update old furniture.
Pine Bookcase Makeover
Do you have a piece of furniture that has been with you for ages but feels out of place in your home? Give it a little TLC by simply repainting its exterior for a quick makeover.
Beverage Cabinet Tutorial
Line a shelf with pretty wrapping paper. This beverage cabinet got a touch of drama with the red and white paper.
Moroccan Stenciled Bookcases Ikea Hack
Carrie from Lovely, Etc. created a gorgeous wall of bookcases that started out with Ikea Billy Bookcases. The backing was updated with paint and a gorgeous stencil. The result is absolutely stunning!
Update a Tired Bookcase with Chalk Paint and Fabric
Cindy from DIY Beautify updated a worn-out bookcase with chalk paint for a fresh and cheerful makeover! She also covered some damaged photo album covers with fabric for a more cohesive look.
Decoupage Paper on Painted Furniture
This beautiful bookcase, adorned with a vibrant green paint, stands out with charming vintage butterfly decoupage paper. It definitely makes a statement!
Painted Bookcase with Chalky Finish Paint
This modern bookcase began as a bare wooden bookcase. After applying two layers of black paint, it transformed beautifully. Next, it was taken to the next level with a really cool stencil on each side. Quick and easy!
DIY Glossy Black And Blue Bookshelf
This chic DIY transformation of an old bookshelf demonstrates how to revive a vintage wooden bookcase. By following a few easy steps, you can refresh your old bookcase with a fashionable appearance.
Painting Furniture Gray For The Boys Room
I love a two-tone look on furniture and wanted a pop of color on the back of this bookshelf. It took three coats of yellow to cover the the back panel, but it was worth it! This set is perfect for a boys bedroom.