Turn a cheap wall mirror into a beauty center by adding storage behind it! This easy to tackle DIY project creates handy storage just where you need it - perfect for hair styling tools, beauty products and make up. Free plans by Ana-White.com
Built by Jaime Costiglio for Handbuilt Holiday 2021
Handbuilt Holiday 2021
It's the season of giving! I partnered up with Jaime Costiglio to bring you a brand new free gift plan, every Friday in the 12 weeks leading up to Christmas! Over the years, we've gifted hundreds of plans, many that you can make with scrap wood. Check out the entire Handbuilt Holiday Collection here.
Full Length Mirror with Storage
Are you looking for a perfect gift for a teen girl? A beauty center may be just right, and we came up with this mirror with storage thinking of our own daughters getting ready in the morning. Here's why we love it.
- Uses an expensive full length mirror, so no need for a separate hair/makeup mirror and outfit mirror
- Elevates the full length mirror off the floor (so you can vacuum under it)
- Compact, so can work in small rooms or even bathrooms
- Handy storage that is out of sight - all the tools and beauty essentials just where you need them, but out of sight
- A quick DIY project that won't cost a ton but will be used and appreciated.
More Photos, Tips and Tricks
This project was built by Jaime Costiglio. She has many more photos and build tips in her build post. Please take a second to hop over and check that out:
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Preparation
- 4 - 1x2 @ 6 feet long
- 1 - 1x6 @ 8 feet long
- 1-1/4" pocket hole screws
- 20 - 2" self tapping wood screws (SPAX or similar) or 1-1/4" brad nails
- wood glue
- 2-1/2" screws for mounting on the wall or other wall mounting system
- 13" x 49" wall mirror
- 4 - 1x2 @ 50-1/2"
- 4 - 1x2 @ 11-1/2"
- 5 - 1x6 @ 14-1/2" (can add more shelves)
- 4 - 1x2 @ 5-1/2"
Instructions
Step 1
Build two frames as shown.
Step 2
Attach frames together with the pocket holes all facing backwards. Use the 2" screws to attach. You can also nail but will need to reinforce (next step).
Step 3
If you used nails, reinforce as shown.
Step 4
Hang on wall.
Step 5
Attach mirror to front with adhesive or mirror stickies.
