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That old pile of wood offcuts in your garage needn’t go to waste! With some basic DIY skills and a bit of out-of-box thinking, you can turn leftover wood into something beautiful for your home. And, besides being a stylish addition to any interior, recycled wood is also a way to be more sustainable. So, without further ado, here are some creative DIY ideas for different spaces within your home.
Kitchen
The kitchen is the heart of any home and the place we spend a lot of time in, so whatever you make will be sure to be seen or used every single day! There are many wooden crafts for the kitchen that can be both functional and pretty.
A wall-mounted spice rack using thin leftover wood straps and small platforms is perhaps the most obvious choice, yet it’s a practical storage solution for any kitchen. A similar idea is a suspended rack for plant pots or decorations, which can be made easily using wooden beams and hooks.
For something smaller, you can also make various wooden accessories for your kitchen. For example, placemats and coasters, a chopping board, a holder for your utensils, or a crate for fruit and veg.
Living room
Your living space is the ideal place to do various wooden accent pieces and decorations. For instance, a floating shelf from a single piece of reclaimed timber can be the perfect spot to display your photos or ornaments.
You could also craft a wooden rack for books and magazines or a basket to hold your blankets. Making your on photo frames from the same wood can be a great way to tie the whole look together.
For the brave DIY’ers out there, you could take on a larger project – a wooden coffee table. There are so many different ways to do this, from using old wine crates to repurposing old furniture. It does not have to be perfect, as the rustic vibe brings a unique charm.
Bedroom
Your bedroom is all about relaxing and serenity, and wood is the perfect material to complement that feeling. A wooden side table or a stool will always come in handy, as well as extra shelving for your books or clothing items. If you want a slightly more challenging project, a headboard crafter from arranged timber offcuts will be time-consuming, but the results will certainly be rewarding.
Moreover, a beside pendant light made from wooden strips or a candleholder could be cosy additions to your bedroom. A jewellery or a makeup box made from leftover wood is always handy, but it can be a lovely gift for someone special too.
Home office
With more and more people working from home, it is not uncommon to have a space or a whole room dedicated for home office. With your leftover wood, you could DIY something useful and productive, such as a desk organiser with different size compartments for your stationery and documents. A cable management system from wood will hide away the horrible wires, while keeping them accessible.
For something more fundamental, you could also design your own home workstation, which can fold away when it’s not in use. Custom-making this will not only ensure that you maintain a good posture while working, but also provide a great space-saving solution for smaller spaces.
Garden and outdoor spaces
When done properly, leftover wood can be a perfectly good material for use in outdoor settings. For example, you can create stepped plant stands for your garden or planter boxes for herbs and vegetables. If you only have small wooden offcuts, transform them into plant markets or decorative garden signs.
For bigger pieces of leftover wood, you could build a little coffee table or bench seating from old furniture or crates. A rusting wooden serving tray is a practical option, which will come in handy for garden parties.
Tips for your wood DIY
Working with leftover wood is a skill that requires a bit of learning, but with so many free resources available today, you can look up explanations or tutorials to help you get started!
The most important thing is, of course, to make the necessary preparations and get the right products for your DIY project. It’s always a good idea to invest in a good wood epoxy – don’t worry, it can be used with a variety of materials, so it will come in handy even if you don’t use it up for your DIY. Not just that, any tools that you are planning to use should also be suitable for the purpose, as it will make your job much easier.
No matter how small your project, preparation is always key. Make sure your leftover wood is sanded before painting it or putting any sealant on it. Brush any dust and debris off it, too, as they cause unwanted textures or stop any adhesives from sticking properly.
Conclusion
The satisfaction of creating something from materials that would otherwise be thrown away is unlike anything else. Whether you have previous DIY experience or this is your first time, don’t be scared to experiment and, most importantly, enjoy the process!
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