Dishwashers, in many homes, have become a common fixture. Replacing a dishwasher can however cost a pretty penny. Purchasing used appliances can be a money saving alternative. We have purchased several used appliances recently and have had good success with the way they do their job.
Our $65 second hand dishwasher works well but didn’t look very good, so we used a scrap piece of bead board to spruce it up and make it look new again. Here’s how you can do the same.
So, first things first, measure your dishwasher door and base and cut bead board to fit those places.
Next, apply double-sided (we used carpet tape) tape to the back center of the bead board. This will hold the bead board in place while the construction adhesive dries.
Then firmly push the piece of bead board onto the dishwasher and rub the front of the bead board.
For the construction adhesive to seal, remove the bead board from the dishwasher. This will allow the proper adhesion.
Now, peel off the paper from the carpet tape and reapply your bead board to the dishwasher door.
You may want to apply duct tape for a few hours to secure the corners and edges. Don’t leave the tape on too long…you don’t want any duct tape marks on your bead board.
There you have it. An inexpensive, well functioning, and now visually pleasing dishwasher for a small fraction of the cost of the new.
If your dishwasher has the panel that just slides in and out, you can replace it easily with a piece of bead board, cut to size, or use a piece of thin plywood painted any color you want. Stainless steel painting systems are even available if you’re into that look!
Blessings,
Can also recommend a body shop/high school to paint them; also works for fridge/stoves. What about using stainless steel panel? or those metal tin ceiling tiles/
I had a dent in my black dishwasher panel. When I updated to stainless, I applied the vinal ceiling/ backsplash tiles from Lowe’s. Absolutely georgeous!
I have been thinking about doing this with my rough looking old dishwasher, but it’s starting to sound & work like it’s on it’s out. If I get a used one, I may try this – heck, even if it’s a new one (on clearance or damaged) that doesn’t match what I want exactly.
Ahhhhh! I have been trying to figure out what I wanted to do with my dishwasher for months now! It is the last appliance that hasn’t been replaced and it was a hand me down too but still works great. Can’t wait to try this myself! Pinning this until I get tot it!
Wow! I love this! I’m pinning this for future reference– it’s great for renters, especially.. although I’m not sure renters could glue it to the dishwasher, they might be able to figure something else out to attach it. Great idea! Found you via The Shabby Nest link up 🙂
-Bonnie @ Revolutionaries
http://www.revolutionariesblog.com
Excellent idea!!!
That’s a really great idea! All of my appliances are white except for my hand-me-down dishwasher, which is black. I’m going to have to try this. Thanks for sharing a tutorial!
Wow! What a great alternative for a plain dishwasher!! Love it!
What’s GREAT idea! I would love to try this in our new house!
What a fantastic solution for a scratched appliance. Great idea.
Traci
You are a genius!
Such a great idea! So easy to do and what a difference it makes!
Love that 🙂
Ilda
idiasign4u.blogspot.com
What a brilliant idea! You did a great job.
Best,
Gloria
I wouldn't have thought of this in a million years. I love it!
Wow, what a difference! It looks amazing and I love beadboard! Check my blog tomorrow for a feature!
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Thanks,
Rosa Marie
raggedy_rose@hughes.net
Cute idea! I love how it makes the appliance look brand new!
Carly @ ryandcar.blogspot.com
CUTE & smart & thifty. Love that combo!
That's fantastic!! Love it!
What a great idea! Pinning this for later!
omgosh, this is brilliant! I SO have to do this to my ugly dishwasher!! I think I even have some bead board. thank you!
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If you look on Ebay (and maybe some other places) they sell magnets that cover the whole face of your dishwasher! Take a look!
http://www.ebay.com/itm/NEW-Garden-Herbs-Kitchen-Dishwasher-Cover-/310395154173?_trksid=p4340.m185&_trkparms=algo%3DSIC.NPJS%26its%3DI%252BC%26itu%3DUA%26otn%3D5%26pmod%3D390380012913%26ps%3D63%26clkid%3D7844325382901123128
Genius! I pinned it to help out my super ugly dishwasher.
Awesome idea. Makes me want to do all of my appliances for the “old time” look. Love the style it adds.
So clever and it looks awesome! I love it! Thank you so much for sharing! 😉 Great job!
What a great idea! It came out great! Thanks for linking it to my link party.
I wonder if that bead board wallpaper would work as well…
I can’t remember if I said I was going to also feature this post (along with your ice cream sandwich cake) in my comment…. but I am. lol
What a great idea! I love it and I pinned it!! I’m a new follower of yours! 🙂 Found you through Anna Moseley’s linky party!
This looks great! My dishwasher is brand new but if I had a hand-me-down that needed a little TLC from the outside? I would so do this!
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Michelle
http://www.thrifty101.blogspot.com
Your dishwasher looks great with bead board – I have this linked to my appliances project post too today, for inspiration!
Amazing idea. That looks soooo nice.
My kids covered mine with fruit stickers to make mine look pretty. LOL
Does your site have a contact page? I’m having trouble locating itt but, I’d like to send you an e-mail.
I’ve got some creative ideas for your blog you might be interested in
hearing. Either way, great website and I look forward to sedeing iit
improve over time.
This is a marvelous idea and a great tutorial. You are so creative and maybe even a little be genius 🙂
Amazing tutorial! I didn’t like the black one with the white panels, though. It looks like whatever you are using as new face has to match the visible pieces and kitchen cabinets. Amazing blog )
Awesome idea.