Empty paint buckets are essentially a free and highly durable building material. The plastic they’re made of is designed to support heavy weight and resist moisture, making them ideal candidates for creative recycling (reuse).<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Before you begin, be sure to wash the bucket thoroughly (if the paint was water-based, it’s easy; if it’s synthetic, you can use paint thinner or let the residue dry completely and then peel it off).<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Here are 3 brilliant ideas that will change your perspective on “waste”:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Elegant Stool with Storage \ud83d\udecb\ufe0f
This is the most popular interior design project. The bucket is sturdy enough to support an adult.
How to: Wrap the bucket with thick jute rope (using a hot glue gun) or spray it with matte spray paint.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
How to: Wrap the bucket with thick jute rope (using a hot glue gun) or spray it with matte spray paint. Seat: Cut a circle from a piece of plywood slightly larger than the bucket opening. Glue the foam rubber, cover it with a nice fabric, and secure it with a stapler at the bottom.
Result: You’ll have a design element for seating in the hallway, where you can also hide slippers or toys.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
An “indestructible” vertical strawberry or herb plant \ud83c\udf53
If you have limited space on your balcony or in the garden, buckets are a real lifesaver.
How to: Make 4 to 6 holes (about 5 cm in diameter) in the sides of the bucket with a circular drill. Don’t forget the holes in the bottom for drainage.
Planting: Fill the bucket with substrate and plant strawberry or herb seedlings (mint, basil) in the side holes.
Advantage: Strawberries won’t rot on the ground and won’t be attacked by slugs!<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Garden Tool or Cable Organizer \ud83d\udee0\ufe0f
No more searching for tangled garden shears or extension cords.
How to: Attach an old belt or a strip of sturdy fabric with pockets sewn onto the outside of the bucket (you can also use pockets made from old jeans).
Use: Wrap a hose or thick cable inside the bucket and place small tools, gloves, or string in the outside pockets.
Tip: If you cover the bucket with a lid, you’ll also have a portable table for gardening.
\ud83d\udca1 Gemini’s Cleaning “Improvement”
If you have dried paint in the bucket and it won’t come off, try pouring hot water with a little vinegar into it and letting it sit overnight. The paint will soften and come off almost on its own with a putty knife.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u26a0\ufe0f Safety Warning
Only use buckets with interior or exterior paints labeled as non-toxic after drying. Avoid buckets containing industrial solvents or hazardous chemicals, especially if you plan to grow in them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Do you prefer large 25-kilo buckets or smaller 5-liter ones? I can recommend a custom design for your needs.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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