How to transform an old TV cabinet? A comprehensive inventory of popular renovation plans across the entire network
With the popularity of minimalism and retro style, the transformation of old-fashioned TV cabinets has become a hot topic in the past 10 days. Many netizens have shared their own creative renovation plans to give old items new life. The following are transformation methods and popular cases compiled from the entire network.
1. Statistics of popular renovation plans in the past 10 days

| Retrofit type | heat index | Main platform | average cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vintage paint renovation | ★★★★★ | Xiaohongshu, Douyin | 50-100 yuan |
| Multifunctional storage cabinet | ★★★★☆ | Station B, Zhihu | 100-300 yuan |
| Mini bar makeover | ★★★☆☆ | Douyin, Kuaishou | 200-500 yuan |
| Green plant display stand | ★★★☆☆ | little red book | 80-150 yuan |
2. Detailed explanation of specific transformation steps
1. Basic cleaning and polishing
First clean the surface of the TV cabinet thoroughly and use sandpaper to remove old paint and burrs. This is the basic step for all modifications and ensures adhesion of subsequent paint or stickers.
2. Color transformation plan
According to popular tutorials on Douyin, the three most popular transformation colors this year are:
3. Function upgrade plan
| Original function | Transformation direction | Materials required |
|---|---|---|
| Simple storage | Add display grid | Acrylic board, LED light strip |
| closed cabinet | Change to sliding door | Slide rails, glass panels |
| Flat countertop | Install folding table | hinges, boards |
3. Sharing of popular creative cases
Case 1: Retro Record Cabinet
Xiaohongshu user "Renovation Master" transformed an old TV cabinet into a retro record player display cabinet, retaining the original drawers to store vinyl records, and installing a rotatable record player on the top, which received 23,000 likes.
Case 2: Children’s toy storage station
The renovation plan recommended by Zhihu’s parenting column is to add colorful storage boxes and anti-collision strips to the cabinet to turn the old TV cabinet into a multi-functional toy storage station, which is suitable for families with young children.
4. Tools and Materials Purchasing Guide
| Material type | Recommended brands | reference price |
|---|---|---|
| Environmentally friendly wood paint | Dulux | 80-120 yuan/barrel |
| self-adhesive paper | 3M | 30-60 yuan/roll |
| Hardware accessories | Good | 5-20 yuan/item |
5. Things to note
1. Before modification, make sure the cabinet structure is stable and do not make excessive changes to the load-bearing parts.
2. Use environmentally friendly materials, especially if there are elderly and children at home.
3. Circuit modification needs to be carried out by professionals. Do not do the wiring yourself.
With these popular transformation options, old-fashioned TV cabinets can be transformed into practical and stylish home items. Choose the renovation direction that suits you and spend a small amount of money to get a new home experience.
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