When it comes to upcycling projects, I really enjoy repurposing old items into beautiful, pet-friendly additions to my home.
Each of these DIY undertakings involves a little bit of skill, and a whole lot of creativity — like this pet bed made from an upcycled vintage end table.
And when I spotted this incredible chameleon home created from a piece of vintage furniture, I knew I had to share it.
I found this project from Imgur user gutesglutes. Saving an old TV armoire from being sent to the junkyard, this inventive DIY-er cleverly transformed it into what he refers to as his pet's "chameleon mansion."
Scroll through below for a peek at this brilliant upcycle idea. Not only does his project look lovely in his home, but his pet chameleon, Mill, is really enjoying his new digs.
What do you think of this pet-friendly vintage furniture transformation? Let us know in the comments!
This Imgur user knew that he wanted to create a one-of-a-kind space for his family's pet chameleon, so he got himself an old TV armoire for the bargain price of $50.
With the help of family members, he was able to remove the interior of the doors, to later be replaced by glass. Everything was then sanded, and several coats of Minwax wood finishing were added.
He then cut out additional windows from the sides of the piece.
A PVC drainage system was added to the bottom, and plant boxes were installed to hold live greenery.
The Imgur user wrote, "I also used Great Stuff spray foam for the background, painted with Rust-Oleum spray paint."
He used pieces of beaver wood and treated driftwood to give his chameleon a few perches to climb on.
He also added fresh plants, including "two types of Schefflera [and] Kalanchoe flowers."
In no time at all, the former armoire was transformed into the perfect home for his chameleon, Mill.
However, before Mill could move in, this cautious pet owner made sure that all fumes had dissipated and that the "degassing" process had been completed.
Now, Mill loves his new, spacious home. This clever upcycle project is an impressive and inspiring piece of work for pet-owning DIY-ers everywhere!
What do you think of this "chameleon mansion?" Let us know in the comments.
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