Ikea Bookshelf Makeover

I'm in the midst of changing my boys room decor.  I'm a little bored of the blue & brown combo I had going on.  Plus the look was more for when they were babies. It was meant for cribs and change tables and rocking chairs.  All baby.But my boys are 2 now.  They're in their toddler beds and since plans have changed to separate them into two rooms, they'll be bunking together for a few more years.So they needed an update.  They needed color!And it starts with a bookshelf.  One to hold toys and books and boy stuff.Here's what I had on hand:A cheap Ikea bookshelf.
The flimsy plastic backing was torn off.. making the shelves start to come apart.

After a few coats of melamine white paint...

And some new sturdy backing.. painted bright orange!

We were set!  A brand new bookshelf for the boys room. With color!


I love it!! I have been wanting a two tone bookshelf for soo long. Here's the final look:



Stay tuned for more bedroom updates.  Be sure to check back next week. Have a thrilling Thursday!!
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