Uploaded January 2026 | Updated September 2026, 1 week ago
Ugly laminate furniture is often the first thing to be thrown away – and that’s such a waste.
In this video, Lel takes a well-made but very uninspiring laminate box and shows what’s truly possible with colour, hand painting, and pattern. No fancy materials, no expensive products – just thoughtful design choices, paint confidence, and a willingness to see potential where others see landfill.
This makeover is all about:
Saving laminate furniture from being thrown away
Using bold colour and pattern with confidence
Hand-painting techniques that elevate simple pieces
Budget-friendly paint choices that actually work
Learning to see furniture differently before you start
If you’ve ever stood in front of an “ugly” piece and thought there’s nothing I can do with that – this one’s for you.
As always, we hope it encourages you to rescue more furniture, experiment with colour, and trust your creative instincts.
Happy making,
Lel & Martyn
Made by Marley
👉 Explore our tools, tutorials, and creative supplies:
madebymarley.co.uk
Ugly laminate furniture is often the first thing to be thrown away – and that’s such a waste.
In this video, Lel takes a well-made but very uninspiring laminate box and shows what’s truly possible with colour, hand painting, and pattern. No fancy materials, no expensive products – just thoughtful design choices, paint confidence, and a willingness to see potential where others see landfill.
This makeover is all about:
Saving laminate furniture from being thrown away
Using bold colour and pattern with confidence
Hand-painting techniques that elevate simple pieces
Budget-friendly paint choices that actually work
Learning to see furniture differently before you start
If you’ve ever stood in front of an “ugly” piece and thought there’s nothing I can do with that – this one’s for you.
As always, we hope it encourages you to rescue more furniture, experiment with colour, and trust your creative instincts.
Happy making,
Lel & Martyn
Made by Marley
👉 Explore our tools, tutorials, and creative supplies:
madebymarley.co.uk
