Sherry from Fun Home Building pulled off an incredible knockoff of a $4,200 McGee & Co. arched cabinet—and she did it with a thrifted find!
She scored a basic cabinet from Facebook Marketplace and totally reimagined it into a designer-worthy showpiece.
Sherry added custom arched doors, painted it a moody black, and even included cane webbing for that perfect blend of texture and style.
She didn’t stop there!
She installed interior puck lighting to give it that high-end glow you’d expect from a pricey piece.
One of my favorite touches is how she built out the trim and made it look like a fully custom built-in.
This is such a great example of how the right details can completely transform a thrifted item into something magazine-worthy.
She walks you through the whole process so you can create your own high-end dupe for a MUCH smaller cost.
Sherry also suggests checking Facebook Marketplace or your local Habitat ReStore for a great base cabinet to get started.
For the full DIY breakdown and more inspiring makeovers, head over to Sherry’s world at Fun Home Building!
What DIY’ers Are Asking
Adding a Back Panel to Cabinets
Audrey asked how to add a back panel when her cabinet didn’t come with one, and Sherry shared a clever trick: use washable paint or toothpaste to create an outline on your backing material, or make a poster board template first.
Sanding and Priming Techniques
Lindsey wanted to know about sanding and priming, and Sherry explained that she hand-sanded the piece and used a shellac-based primer.
Primer Needs for Milk Paint
She noted milk paint usually doesn’t need primer, but prep depends on your cabinet’s wood type and finish—especially if it’s mahogany.