PVC pipes are some of the best materials for DIY projects. They are cheap and quite versatile. You can turn them into almost anything you need for your home.
And that’s not an exaggeration. You see, with a bit of paint, glue, and basic DIY skills, you can turn PVC pipes into storage solutions, feeders, and even furniture items.
For inspiration, here are 60 ways you can transform PVC pipes.
1. Chalkboard wine rack
This DIY project won’t just keep all your wine bottles organized. Since its outer part is painted with chalkboard paint, you can use the area to write your grocery list. You can even let your kids draw on it. You can see the full instructions here.
2. Bracelet organizer
If you like to collect bracelets, you should organize them so that they won’t end up getting tangled together. You can check out how to make a bracelet organizer here.
3. Industrial lamp
You don’t need to spend a lot of money just to get an industrial lamp from shops like Ikea. With a PVC pipe and concrete, you can easily make your own. See the complete instructions here.
4. PVC garden
Who said you need a big yard to start growing your own vegetables? Just get a couple of PVC pipes and you can start planting your favorite veggies. It’s easy to maintain and it doesn’t require a lot of space. See the full details here.
5. Tool storage
Leaving your tools on the floor is dangerous, particularly if you live with kids. To make sure they don’t get their hands on them, consider making your own garden tool storage. It’s pretty easy. You can see the instructions here.
6. Portable hammock
This isn’t your regular hammock. Apart from that it doesn’t need trees, it’s also portable. The step-by-step guide is here.
7. Ball pit
This ball pit is a great treat for kids. They can easily spend hours playing inside it. To know how you can make one at home, you can see the instructions here.
8. Shower
Remodeling your bathroom can easily burn holes in your wallet. In comparison, this luxury shower will cost you a little over $50. To find out how you can do it, here’s the instructions.
9. Small hand tool organizer
A cluttered working space can affect your productivity. To keep things organized, you can make your own small hand tool organizer. It’s cheap and easy to do. You can start by checking out the instructions here.
10. Hairdryer holder
With a PVC pipe, spray paint, balloons, painter’s tape, and a box, you can make this DIY hairdryer holder. The best part? You can paint it with any color that’ll match your bathroom’s theme. Find out here.
11. Shoe organizer
Got so many shoes but no more space at home to store them? Don’t worry. With a couple of PVC pipes, you can create a unique storage space for your shoes. Learn more here.
12. Desk organizer
Keep your pens and other writing tools in one place with this desk organizer. For this DIY project, you’ll need a PVC pipe, cardboard, spray paint, and liquid nails. You can see the instructions here.
13. PVC cover for raised beds
Seeing your vegetables getting munched on by wild animals or infected by pests and insects can be annoying. That’s exactly what this DIY raised bed PVC cover is for. To make one for garden, click here.
14. Power tool holder
Bring your working area to some order by making a holder for your power tools. This holder doesn’t just make it easy for you to reach your tools but it can also make cleaning up easier. You just have to slide the tools back in and you’re done. See the full details here.
15. Bike rack
If you have kids and each of them has their own bikes, your garage can easily get crowded. Fortunately, you won’t have to spend hundreds of dollars just to get a bike rack. With these steps, you can easily make your own without spending too much money.
16. Coat rack
Using PVC pipes to make your own coat rack is actually a brilliant idea. It’s cheap and easy to make. The best part? You can actually use it as an accent piece in your room.
17. Measuring tool organizer
Losing your measuring cups and spoons is frustrating, particularly when you’re about to cook something. If that always happen to you, here’s a guide in making your own measuring tool organizer using PVC pipes.
18. A birdbath
Looking for something to make your yard appear more interesting? This adorable DIY birdbath is for you. You’ll need no more than 5 things to create one using this guide.
19. Multi-purpose table
If you always have garage sales or you like inviting people over for dinner, you’d need a large table. You’d also need the same thing if your kids like doing arts and crafts. To make a multi-purpose table, here’s the full guide.
20. Vertical garden
Believe it or not, you can grow certain vegetables inside your kitchen. The secret is in turning PVC pipes into a vertical garden. See the steps here.
21. Bubbling pipe lamp
This DIY project is interesting because it’s unlike most lamps. It’s a bubbling pipe lamp! For sure, you’ll leave everyone you invite into your home curious how you were able to make one. See the details here.
22. Misting stick
Beat the brutal heat with this misting stick. It’ll help you cool off without leaving you soaking wet like most sprinklers do. Find out how you can make one here.
23. Self-watering veggie table
When you’re busy with work and other tasks at home, it’s easy to forget all about your vegetables. To make sure they don’t dry up and die, you can make your very own self-watering veggie table. You’ll need a dozen things to complete the project. You can see the list here.
24. Dunk tank
Running out of things to do with your kids? Well, you can make a dunk tank in your backyard. It’s not only fun to use but enjoyable to build as well. You can even ask your kids to help you out. You can find the tutorial here.
25. Baby gate
Leaving your toddlers and little kids freely roaming around the house can spell trouble. By installing this baby gate, you’ll be able to keep them from getting into places they’re not supposed to be in. How to do it? Click here.
26. Dremel drill press
A dremel drill press can easily cost you anywhere between $50 to $80. Now, why spend that much money when you can make your own using PVC? Find out here.
27. Laundry sorter
At first glance, you might think that this project is complicated. In reality, it’s actually the other way around. You don’t even need glue for this project. If you’re finding that hard to believe, you can see the full instructions here.
28. Succulent planters
If you’re running out of containers for your succulents, there’s no need to panic. If you have extra PVC pipes at home, here’s a tutorial you can refer to if you want to turn them into succulent planters.
29. Pencil case
Want to be a bit different? If you’re tired of average pencil cases, you can make a unique piece using PVC pipe. The process isn’t complicated since the steps are already listed in this guide.
30. Tape dispenser
If you’re doing an art project, you want your materials to be within easy reach. That’s what makes this DIY PVC pipe tape dispenser super handy for your tapes. It doesn’t just keep them in one place but they also make it easier for you to see and grab them.
31. Curling iron caddy
Don’t just leave your curling irons lying on your vanity table. They’ll just make the area look messy. To keep the area neat and organized, make your curling iron caddy. You can install it inside your bathroom cabinet following the instructions here.
32. A table for the kids
This is a project your kids will surely love. The table is quite sturdy and they can draw on it to their hearts’ content because it comes with a dry-erase surface. To see the complete list of materials, click here.
33. Bookshelf
This is such a lovely piece, right? It’s a bookshelf that can easily go with any home with a vintage theme. If you’re thinking of having one at home, here’s the tutorial.
34. Coffee table
This isn’t an expensive coffee table. It’s actually a DIY project made with PVC pipes and cedar planks. The cost? It’s just around $150. See the full details here.
35. Curtain rods
PVP pipes are generally cheaper than curtain rods. If you’re thinking on using them as an alternative, here’s how.
36. Homemade canopy
Planning on extending your outdoor living space? This might be the DIY project you need. You don’t need advanced DIY skills for this one since all the instructions are clearly explained here.
37. Backdrop stand
As parents, you want to immortalize all of your kids’ most important milestones. The best way to do that? Take pictures! This DIY backdrop stand is a big help in making your photos look unique. You can change the fabric whenever you want. See the complete details here.
38. Marshmallow blow gun
For a fun activity with your boys, you can make a marshmallow blow gun. It’s fun to use and it’s not dangerous at all. Just make sure to make them use their “guns” outside so you won’t have to deal with ants later. See the instructions on how to make one here.
39. A fort
Whether your kids like to play indoors or outdoors, they’ll definitely fall in love with this. It’s a good place to play, read books, and hang out with each other. You can see the full instructions here.
40. Toothbrush holder
These toothbrush holders can be tucked away inside the cardboard door. They are easy to reach and remove whenever you want. Plus, you can also add initials on them. To find out how, click here.
41. Bottle rocket launcher
Well, you don’t really need a bottle rocket launcher at home. However, if you want to keep your little boys entertained and preoccupied, you might want to make one.
42. Chicken feeder
When looking for a chicken feeder, you need something that’s easy to fill and hard to spill. Plus, it should be safe from the other animals you have in your yard. Well, that’s exactly what this PVC chicken feeder is. Oh, and it’s cheap, too!
43. Tomato cages
Most of the tomato cages you can buy on the market these days are flimsy. Instead of spending your money on them, why not make your own? These PVC tomato cages are cheaper and more durable. See how you can make one here.
44. Frozen ice tubes
If you like going on picnics or storing food items in your cooler, you might like these frozen ice containers. They work well during emergencies, too. To make one, here’s the guide.
45. Dog cot
It’s not nice to see your dog sleeping on the floor, particularly when it’s cold. To keep them comfortable, why not make their own cot?
46. PVC greenhouse
If you like gardening and challenging DIY projects, then this one’s for you. Now, if you decide to build it, make sure to put it somewhere protected. Don’t forget to use sturdy plastic, too. For the other materials, click here.
47. Camp chairs
Camping doesn’t mean letting yourself be uncomfortable throughout the trip. Take a couple of PVC pipes and fabrics with you to make simple camp chairs. You can see the full instructions here.
48. Bean planter
You don’t have to worry about back pains anymore whenever you need to plant beans. You can make a bean planter using PVC pipes. Just make sure to do one that’s right for your height? To know how, here’s the the guide.
49. Chicken tractor
Chicken tractors are great in keeping your chickens on fresh clean grass without running away. They are also excellent in making sure that no dogs get to chase after them. Here’s a simple tutorial you can use to make one.
50. Survival capsule
You’ll never know when disasters will happen. With that, it’s a good thing to be prepared. You can make a standard capsule for your survival items using this guide.
51. Gutter cleaner
Going up your roof is no easy task. It’s risky and scary. If you want to clean your gutter without leaving the ground, you can make this gutter cleaner for just $5. Here’s the full guide.
52. Bird feeder
If you want to spoil the birds, you can also create a special bird feeder for them. With the birdbath, they’ll never want to leave your yard anymore. Everything you need to know about this project is here.
53. Tote storage organizer
It’s hard to keep totes organized when you have a lot of them. You’ll just end up rearranging them each time you need to find something. To save time and effort, here’s a guide on how to make a tote storage organizer using PVC pipes.
54. Chicken waterer
If you can make a feeder using PVC pipes, you can certainly make a chicken waterer with the same material. The instructions and list of materials can be found here.
55. Fishing cart
Why break your back carrying heavy things when you can make a fishing cart easily? This one is a bit larger than the carts you can buy from stores. Plus, it’s also cheaper. See how you can make one here.
56. Shelf
This DIY project is as good as the shelves you can buy from furniture shops. Well, this is actually better since you can make your own design. Plus, you won’t have to spend as much money to get it done. Here’s the link to the tutorial.
57. Tapestry loom
Believe it or not, PVC pipes are excellent when it comes to holding any tension required for different weaving projects. When you have an even tension, you’ll be able to weave your tapestry evenly. See the full details of thsi DIY project here.
58. Strawberry tower
Even if you have a small space in your yard, it’s still possible for you to grow several strawberries. The key? A strawberry tower! You can learn how to make this kind of planter here.
59. Plant trellis
PVC pipes are great to use in making plant trellis because they can help you achieve the right height and design that you want. To start, you can follow this tutorial on how to make one.
60. Milking stand
For this one, you need to play around the width and height to make sure it fits your animals. Fortunately, that’s not extremely hard to do. Here’s a guide you can use as a reference in making this PVC milking stand.
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