Recycling Drawers: 10 Must-Have Ideas

Old drawers, those that are no longer needed because we have replaced them or are defective or damaged in some way, can easily be recycled instead of ending up in the garbage, considering the value of the material, wood. And they can become, for example, shelves for the kitchen or living room; small tables to place wherever needed; bathroom shelves. But also planters and jewelry holders.

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Shelf for the bathroom

An old drawer, if hung on the wall, becomes a beautiful bathroom shelf with a shabby chic feel, ready to accommodate a myriad of personal care products and more. Think brushes, hair dryers, towels, hair straighteners.

Kitchen shelves

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An elegant and effective formula of creative recycling of old drawers is to hang them on the wall, for their new function. For example in the kitchen, where they will be added to the shelves you have for plates, glasses, cups and mugs. But even just for the spices,.

Living room shelves

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In the same vein as kitchen shelves, drawers can be placed in the living room, becoming a precious piece of furnitureThis way, you'll have achieved two useful results: one less waste, and a new, zero-cost design object that also allows you to optimize space in your home.

In any case, remember that the drawer can also be recycled simply by breaking it down and recovering the material, namely the wood, to transform it into various objects, from small boxes to room dividers.

Table

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If equipped with small wheels or feet, the drawer, better if large enough, becomes a coffee table living room Original and useful, because it can also serve as a container. To prevent dust from settling in, simply cover it with a custom-cut, liftable glass panel.

Game container

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Old drawers can also be transformed into storage containers for children's beds, perfect for storing toys or clothes. You know when chaos reigns in your bedroom? Here's where to put it to achieve a bit of order.

Jewel case

JEWELRY BOX WITH OLD DRAWER

Here the drawer becomes a wonderful brings joy You can attach it to the wall by inserting hooks to hang necklaces, earrings, and bracelets, and gluing small jars to hold rings or other small items. To make it more cheerful, you can decorate the bottom with colored paper.

Tray

TRAY WITH OLD DRAWER

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The drawer can become a tray Very glamorous, for breakfast in bed or an evening with friends. Its beauty is that it will be spacious and durable like few others. And certainly original, because it can be customized to your tastes.

Key holder

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With creative recycling and a touch of imagination and colors, each drawer becomes a container for everything: storage, photo holder, laundry holder, ribbon holder, flower holder, keychainIn the latter case, apply equidistant hooks and place your house, car, letterbox, scooter, etc. keys there.

Pet kennel

PET KENNEL WITH DRAWER

Here the drawer is transformed into a beautiful dog's bed For your pet friends: just add a pillow to make the interior softer and more comfortable. Once they try it for the first time, they'll never let it go: give them a try.

flowerpot

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A drawer turns into an original flowerpot or plant container and, if desired, equip it with supports to keep it raised and positioned in a corner of the house. Simply paint it to give it a refined look that can blend in with any space.