4 Ways to Repurpose Your Old Furniture

Do you have a piece of furniture you love but no longer matches your homes decor? Don’t worry, you don’t need to throw it away! Consider repurposing your old pieces into something new that fits your style. Some items in your home may have significant value to, they may have been passed down from relatives or friends, or came into your life and became a staple of your home. Whatever the reason you may have for not wanting to throw it away, consider trying some of these creative ideas for repurposing your old furniture!

1. Build a Bench from Repurposed Headboards

Difficulty Rating: Experienced

Maybe you’re downsizing or maybe you just bought a brand new bed. Whatever the case may be, before you get rid of your old mattress and headboard, consider trying this furniture upcycling idea. With some leftover paint and a few pieces of scrap wood, you can build an elegant upcycled bench to welcome your guests.

2. Transform an Old Ladder into Something Chic

Difficulty Rating: Beginner

Instead of  tossing your old wooden ladder in the dump, dress it up! Add a few planks of wood to hold books and accessories for a touch of shabby-chic style that will fit into any room of your home. You can even hang it horizontally on the wall for a rustic book shelf. Finish the look with a fresh coat of paint that matches your homes color scheme.

3. Repurpose Your Dated Dresser into a Mini Bar

Difficulty Rating: Experienced

Have an old dresser that you no longer need? Don’t toss it to the curb, instead start pulling the shelves out! To create your new bar start by sanding down any imperfections and repaint with a new color for a fresh look. You can even add a few scrap pieces of wood to hang glasses, and attach wheels to the bottom for a mobile mini bar cart!

Before you begin, you’ll need:

• Power drill
• Sander
• Exterior-grade paint and primer
• Wood scraps

4. Repurpose an Old Mirror into Elegant Serving Tray

Difficulty Rating: Beginner

Thinking of tossing an old accent mirror? That’s seven years of bad luck! Fortunately, the reflective surface is perfect for creating a repurposed tray with just a can of spray paint and some heavy duty glue. This new tray will be a great home for your perfumes, makeup, and other accessories you wish to display. You can place your upcycled tray on the coffee table with a candle or two to illuminate your space.