Never underestimate the power of human creativity. It’s the instinct to make something out of nothing- to take a hunk of marble and turn it into a timeless sculpture. You should know though- human creativity doesn’t stop in the renaissance. Some of the best examples of human creativity can be witnessed in the humble home hack.
A simple material -which far too many homeowners a frankly sleeping on, is simple PVC piping. It’s so simple, yet so versatile. This basic construction material has so much more potential than simply plumbing.
Here are 50 ways PVC pipe can transform your home:
1) Laundry Sorter
Make laundry easier on yourself. Make this laundry sorter to get the job done. Get the details on how to build one here.
Keep your curling iron easily accessible and out of sight by screwing small PVC pieces to the inside of your bathroom cabinet. This will prevent the cord from getting tangled too.
Use some PVC pipe to create a convenient holder for your ribbons. It will make it a lot easier to use and prevent it from getting tangled. Learn how to make one here.
If you have a lot of children that need a place to put their bikes, consider this bike rack. Cheap, durable, and surprisingly strong, this one has got everything you need to organize your garage space. Directions can be found here.
A favorite in the DIY world, it seems that everyone is building their own wine rack these days. This one was crafted by Martha Stewart and her incredible DIY team. Again, this is a little complex, but with a hacksaw and some acetone, this could be in your home! Check out the full directions here.
Some people spend hundreds of dollars on a playhouse for their kids who will ultimately destroy it. Might as well make one yourself for well under $50. Learn how here.
Create your fantasy canopy bed inexpensively with PVC pipe. This was made for under $30. You’d pay triple that at the very least if you bought it at the store. Learn how to make it here.
There are a lot of ideas on this site about farming/hydroponics and utilizing PVC to get it done that are all great, including a wall of succulents and tubes to grow strawberries! Fab Art DIY has a whole list of great ways to utilize minimum space to create a fruitful garden! Check it out here.
This project uses smaller pieces of PVC pipe. Cut up some pieces of PVC pipe and use velcro to adhere it to the inside of your cabinets for convenience.
Unless you have a large walk-in closest, there’s not a lot of space available for clothes in the average home. Luckily, with a little bit of PVC pipe, you can create a minimalistic addition that’ll make your room look chic while providing space. The website this was created on is based in Finland, so it’s a little hard to decipher, but with a little Google Translate, this can be yours. Read the directions here.
If you’re in need of a bookshelf, this one is just for you! Simple and adaptable, this is an easy way to make the bookshelf of your dream with ease. Find out how here.
This is another DIY project you can pass off as a gift for a child in your life. Why spend the money when they’ll go crazy over this! Learn how here.
Use PVC pipes to organizer your drawers. Select PVC pipe that has thinner walls so they’re be easier to cut. Measure the height of your drawers and cut slices of pipe to fit your drawers.
The toolshed can be a messy place but it turns out that with a little PVC pipe this can be easily resolved! This one is perfect for anyone with a lot of tools that need a little reorganizing. Check it out here.
Cut smaller pieces of PVC pipe at an angle and screw them to a wall. You can keep things like screwdrivers, hammers, and other small tools inside of them. You can find a tutorial here.
If the average shower is beneath you, this is a great way to make a luxury shower for about 60 dollars. Check out how to make this strange concoction here.
This one is definitely a little bit more complex than some of the others on the list, but it’s absolutely perfect for those looking to add an industrial vibe to their living space. With beautifully stained wood and perfectly matched in color and style with the PVC pipe, no one will know how cheap this was to put together. The full instructions can be found here.
This is absolutely perfect for anyone who hates tilting their head down to stare at screens throughout the day. Plus, these are stylish and perfect for the minimalist in your home! Check out the full details here.
