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Give a New Look to an Old Ugly File Cabinet
Use a set of window blinds to dress up an ugly file cabinet or shelf unit.
Drill small holes at the top of the cabinet to install the window blinds. Remember to drill holes that are a bit smaller than the screw you will use. Make sure that you can open and close the blinds after they are installed.
I chose to install the blinds on the front of the cabinet, but you could also install them just inside if the shelves are recessed so that the blinds can clear them.
Now install the mountings and hang the window blinds. Your file cabinet should look something like this!