Hi Everyone, I'm usually just a lurker here but you all seem to have such good ideas on a cheaper/recycling way to do things. I have a space in my kitchen, about 5 feet long and width could go to about 3 feet, that I would love to try to put some kind of cabinet with a countertop there. I rent an apartment that's old and has very little counter space and cabinets. Someone had suggested picking up a used kitchen counter and using it but not sure how that would work. Any ideas would be greatly appreciated. Thanks, Robin
I would scour the thrift shops, garage sales, etc and look for a piece that might work for you. A dresser is a great idea - drawers for storage and the top for a work surface. An old kitchen table might work - use the space underneath and store things in old crates, baskets or decorative boxes. You might use wire shelving underneath and make a skirt out of fabric to put around the legs, hiding your storage underneath. I had a similar need in my own kitchen; I needed pantry space more than countertop space. I found a pine armoire and use that as my second pantry. Good luck! Let us know what you do!
