Why should an outlet interrupt your perfect wall decor, right? It’s time to put a fun spin on it and turn these necessary evils into a part of your beautiful home decoration. Trust us, your guests are going to adore your creative brilliance. ????????
The Blueprint of Barn Door Brilliance
We’ll be splitting this project into two main parts. First, we’ll build the barn doors, and then we’ll install them over the outlets. You don’t need to be a carpentry whizz for this. It’s easier than stealing candy from a baby. ???????? (P.S. We strongly advise against stealing candy from babies.)
Ready to unleash your inner craftsman? Grab your toolkit and let’s get down to business!????????
The Doorway to Outlet Freedom
We’ll start by cutting the wood pieces for the barn doors. You’ll have to paint them and attach miniature hinges to make them functional. Be patient, Rome wasn’t built in a day. Good things take time! ????????️
After this, we’ll move on to the trickier part, installing the barn doors on your outlets. Don’t worry, it might seem like a bull in a china shop situation, but it’s more like leading a horse to water. (In other words, easier than it seems!) ????????️
Miniature Barn Doors
Difficulty: Easy1
hourFun and creative DIY project to hide ugly outlets with miniature barn doors.
Equipment
- Tools
Miniature Hinges
Small Wood Pieces
Screwdriver
Wood Paint
Paintbrush
- Materials
Adhesive Hooks
Barn Door Handle (Optional)
Outlet Covers
Instructions
- Begin by cutting the wood pieces into small rectangles, about the size of your outlet covers. Make sure to cut two for each cover.
- Paint these wood pieces in the color of your choice and let them dry. Barn red or a distressed white can give a rustic look.
- Once dry, attach miniature hinges on one side of each pair, connecting the two pieces.
- Attach adhesive hooks on each side of the outlet cover.
- Hook your new miniature barn doors onto the hooks. Make sure the doors can swing open easily.
- Optionally, you can attach miniature barn door handles to the doors for an extra touch of authenticity.
Notes
- Make sure your adhesive hooks are strong enough to hold the doors. If not, you might need to consider using screws instead. But remember, if you’re not comfortable with this, it’s always best to consult a professional. n
- Be creative! There’s no one right way to do this. You can try different paint colors, use different types of wood, add a weathered look, and much more. n
- Keep safety in mind. Make sure that the doors don’t block the plugs when they’re in use.
And there you have it! A simple yet effective DIY solution to hide those unattractive outlets. It’s more than just a piece of decor, it’s a conversation starter. So go ahead and stun your guests with your ingenious miniature barn doors. Don’t forget to share your experience and creations with us. Happy crafting! ????♀️????
