Ditch Bulky Closet Doors And Try This Stunning DIY For A Unique New Look

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When you have a small room, or even a cluttered mid-sized room, closet doors become something of an obstacle. The open doors take up a lot of space; you have to keep their span in mind when deciding where to put furniture. If you're looking for a unique closet door idea that'll take your home's aesthetic to the next level, removing them altogether could be the answer. The only downfall is that now this once-hidden space is visible from anywhere in the room. Fortunately, you can transform your now-open closet into an eye-popping feature with a tapestry — or a length of fabric — and some laundry starch.

If you tend to ignore clutter when it's out of sight, out of mind, removing the doors is an organizational hack. Ready to make your closet more visible and watch it declutter itself by turning it into an aesthetic component of your bedroom? This project isn't as complex as it sounds, and it's practically risk-free compared to painting or wallpapering walls. The laundry starch acts as a stiffener and a glue, adhering the once-soft material to the closet interior. This idea works on any closet, from bedroom clothes closets to hallway linen closets, and it's renter-friendly. When you're sick of the design, simply pull the tapestry off the walls and give them a scrub before choosing your next look.

Before getting started on this project, get some liquid starch, like Stiff-It Western Cowboy Starch. You'll also need a foam paint roller, a paint tray, and your choice of tapestry or fabric. Use this as an opportunity to go thrifting and pick up a used tapestry for an affordable price, or reuse some old curtains or bedsheets you have lying around. If you prefer something new, this trending Lunerfex Celestial Sun Mushroom Skull Wall Tapestry won't break the bank at about $17. With supplies gathered, it's time to get DIYing! Clean your walls, then pour the liquid starch into a paint pan before applying it to the walls with a foam roller. Press the tapestry or fabric to the wall and apply another layer of starch, saturating the material. Once dry, it will feel similar to wallpaper.

If you really want to create an amazing before and after closet makeover, consider ways to personalize this project — outside of simply choosing a fabric pattern you prefer. Applying the tapestry over beadboard or textured walls will add interesting dimension to the tiny space. If you don't need anywhere to store clothing, you could repurpose the closet into a book nook by adding a bench and some shelving. Or turn it into a mini work-from-home office. Whatever direction you decide to go in, you'll have a one-of-a-kind space to show off and no more bulky doors.