Instantly Improve Any Piece Of Furniture With A Bath Mat DIY

Do you find yourself clinging to those few pieces of furniture you want to upgrade but can't seem to find the right design for them? If you're ready to clear out your storage and breathe new life into some old furniture, upgrading your furniture with bamboo mats to create a modern look is a great way to find use for those outdated pieces. Even if you don't own a bamboo bath mat to repurpose but want to take part in this project, products like the iDesign Formbu Bamboo Mat are usually affordable. There are numerous ways you can approach this furniture DIY with an old bamboo bath mat, including using the wooden bath mat as a decorative accent on dresser drawer faces by attaching it with some heavy-duty adhesive.

One of the best things about this furniture upgrade is that it's beginner-friendly, as you won't need a lot of materials to attach the bath mat. Besides a sander to smooth the cut edges as desired, no heavy-duty power tools are needed. Generally, all you'll need is the wood or bamboo bath mat itself, a construction adhesive like Loctite Power Grab, and extra materials based on your specific DIY vision. One common way to customize the basic DIY includes adding decorative knobs.

Of course, a DIY'd wooden bath mat can elevate the look of your bathroom, but this creative project will encourage you to step outside of your comfort zone. To create an accented piece of furniture like a dresser, grab your bamboo or wooden bath mat and remove the trim and backing, if applicable. Next, cut it to the size needed. Then, use construction-grade adhesive to attach the cut bath mat to your furniture piece. The drawer face is a go-to spot to bring in this textured look, but you can even add it to the top of a table or dresser for a stylish finish. After the adhesive dries, sand the sides of the cut bath mat smooth.

Still feeling crafty? The good news is that you aren't limited to using your old bamboo mat as-is. You can also change up the look of the final product by using paint or a decorative piece of adhesive contact paper to keep the fluted texture but add a fun pop of color or pattern on top. Many crafters feel like they have to run out and purchase a commercial product like pole wrap for this, but opting for a bamboo mat is often cheaper and can be easier to work with when it comes to cutting the material. Used your wooden mat for this project and need something for your bathroom? Stay in the crafting mood and use old plastic bags to create a new bath mat for the ultimate upgrade.