A House Divided…But in a good way: Screen Building Tutorial
I am very excited to show you the project we have been working on.
First, let me give you some background. I used to work at Icon Health and fitness while attending college. No that doesn’t mean I worked out a lot, I worked in the legal department and the treat drawer was huge… I gained weight while working there… Along with the extra ten pounds, I did get a smokin’ deal on a huge elliptical, and later a recumbent bike. Just recently my neighbor sold us their old treadmill… So, while I am thankful to have my own personal gym, it is not all that pretty in my family room. But how to hide it?
Enter google search.
I love you google search!
Anyway. I found this screen online and thought “$519.00 dollars” gulp… But, it is funky, and oh so fun. You know what? I could make it. SOLD!
And guess what, now you too can make this! Original on left, ours on the right.
Just keep that in mind, that you will be blown away when you can see how we did it for $30 to $50, depending on the size you want.
Supplies:
1 to 2 sheets 1/2″ x 4′ x 8′ mdf, cut to size at the store, see specification sheet for dimensions, (Home Depot makes cuts FYI) Approx $20.00 a piece
6 hinges, very small 2 screw hinge. These come in sets of two for Approx $2-3.00
Paint
Wood patch compound (optional, for oops!)
Tools:
Straight edge, or long ruler (for drawing on template)
Measuring tape (for drawing on template)
Pencil (for drawing on template)
Jig saw (to cut out shapes) – not included in cost, but they are only about $30.00, for a simple saw, FYI
1-2 sheets, 150 grit sand paper (for sanding raw cut edges)
A round object (for sanding curves, see instruction sheet)
Sanding block (or small piece of wood with sanding paper wrapping it)
(If you do not have these tools check bottom of post for another option to build the screen)
without author’s written consent before use. Thank you
Cassity Kmetzsch started Remodelaholic after graduating from Utah State University with a degree in Interior Design. Remodelaholic is the place to share her love for knocking out walls, and building everything back up again to not only add function but beauty to her home. Together with her husband Justin, they have remodeled 6 homes and are working on a seventh. She is a mother of four amazing girls. Making a house a home is her favorite hobby.
>Wow! I am impressed. You did a fabulous job.
>What a great solution! Love the mod style and your take-charge attitude to tackling a problem! Way to go!
>AMAZING! Truely amazing! THis is so awesome… I think that I need to move to a house I can use it in! : )
>That's great! Good job! I love the color and how it adds to your room!
>Still loving this red divider So very creative! Thanks for sharing today. Thank you also for linking up to Thrifty Thursday!
~Hugs~
Leigh
Tales from Bloggeritaville
http://www.lbratina.blogspot.com
>Totally cool!!!!
Thanks for joining "Get you Craft on Thurs."… I hope you join me next week!
Lori
>That's just plain fabulous. I mean really~ I love it when we see something we like and think, I could so make that….. and then we DO! Very inspiring.
Robin
https://mypinkyfinger.blogspot.com
>WOW! I can see how it wouldn't be too difficult for someone with the tools who knows how to use them.
>It looks great! My favorite additions to any room…the kind you can do yourself!!!
>That really looks good…like a piece of sculpture! Can't believe its DIY!
>Thats awesome. Great job.
>That looks amazing! Love the geometric shape and red too.
>You duplicated it , perfectly! I am going to (attempt to) make this…
>That makes me wish I (or hubs) was handy. It's fabulous that you share your specs with others for free.
Thank you for linking up with Finer Things Friday! 🙂 Katie
>SO creative! You have an eye for design.
Thanks for linking up!
Michelle
http://www.TrashToTreasureDecorating.com
>Way cool! I'm not much of a builder, but husbands and sons are, so I will show them. Lezlee
>That is so great that you were able to make it yourself! It looks just like the original!!
>I've alwasys wanted a 'screen' in the family room and your directions gave me hope.. great job!
>I love the look of it. It turned out awesome! Plus, it didn't cost a ton either. Nice!
>Yours is better than the original!
Love it!