A DIY Solution That'll Help Hide Your Home Gym Equipment In Style
Whether you've got a full home gym or a simple weight training setup to work out on the fly, exercise equipment tends not to be the prettiest. Finding new and innovative ways to incorporate these items into your everyday spaces without blowing your entire aesthetic is tough. Of all the strategies that work best for decluttering your home, having a place for everything is a great start. While this DIY won't hide that treadmill you've been secretly avoiding, it will let you put your dumbbells away when you're not using them. All you need is a small chest or covered table with a false back, which you can create by repurposing a fireplace screen (don't worry — it's easier than it sounds).
The project requires a frame on which to base your cover-up concept. While the fireplace screen is a solid option, you may need to measure your dumbbell setup to ensure you find one that's the correct size to slide over the top. From there, wood boards are added to create the faux hallway table, or chest, depending on your decor choices. The finished project should easily slide on and off, successfully covering the offending workout items until they're needed again. If you're looking for smart storage solutions for your workout equipment to keep your home tidy, this is a very customizable option.
Put your DIY skills to use for a hideaway gym
To complete this project, you'll need to pick up a fireplace screen that fits your dumbbell rack measurements. One with a squared top, like Nouetele's 3-Panel Foldable Screen, is a good choice as it makes cutting the table top easy. To reduce costs, consider checking out local thrift stores and second-hand furniture shops for your screen. You'll also need a wood board for the top, and thin wood veneer for the front and sides, screws, a screwdriver, wood glue, and wheels like Chegulu Nylon Plastic Swivel Caster Wheels. With supplies gathered, it's DIY time.
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Cut the board to fit on top, and paint or stain it. Adhere it to the top of the screen to form a table shape and line the interior of the front and sides of the screen with the thin veneer so the screen isn't see-through. Screw the wheels onto the bottom so it can roll into place over your barbell display. If this is too much building for you, look for a premade chest or table that would fit your rack and cut the back out to fit over the top. Customize it with paint, stain, faux drawer fronts, or any other details that suit your home's decor. This genius DIY barbell storage solution for your home gym takes a little time to put together, but it's worth it. Instead of clunky workout gear, you get a sleek hallway table.