The Clever Upcycle That Turns Old Chairs And Scrap Wood Into A Charming Plant Display

Many of us have old chairs lying around that have seen better days. Perhaps they became weathered sitting on the deck, or they're simply worn out from years of use. While it might be tempting to place them in front of your house with a "free" sign, it's also possible to give them a whole new role. You see, there are various ways to repurpose chairs for home and garden decor. One being that you can use them as part of a gorgeous plant display. The best thing about this project is that you don't need to source anything fancy. In fact, the other main items required are two pieces of scrap wood, which you may already have on hand.

The type of chairs you use will likely depend on whether you're creating the plant stand for inside or outside the home. After all, metal chairs would be a charming touch for a garden or patio, while vintage dining chairs would look chic in a large entryway. Just make sure that you pick two chairs that either match or have the same seat height. This shouldn't be too difficult — if you don't have matching-height chairs, there's a good chance you can find one at a thrift store to pair with the one you already have. You will be reviving them with a fresh coat of paint, so consider using a UV protectant if your display will be outdoors. Keep in mind that there are great tips for spraying paint on wood furniture, such as sanding it first, that you'll want to follow.

After you find the perfect spot for your plant display, set the chairs a few feet apart from each other. Then, carefully lay the pieces of wood across their seats, essentially creating a bench. The size of it should be determined by how much space you have, and also how long and sturdy your wood is. Here's the fun part: You can now add a variety of plants to really bring it to life. Just be sure to choose ones that will thrive in the stand's environment. You can include a lucky bamboo plant, a spider plant, or a variety of beautiful and interesting succulents. Plants that have full, draping flowers and foliage would look great on this display.

Place your potted plants on top of the wood, and it'll be a unique way to show them off. The chairs will add a whimsical element to it all. You can play into the theme by mixing in twinkling lights or crafting DIY hanging lanterns to sway above the stand. If it's an indoor display, you can place a few photo frames and pieces of decor in between the pots. The piece can also be extended for those who really adore plants. All you have to do is get more scrap wood and chairs. For example, line multiple chairs against a long wall and place wood going across all their seats. It'd be quite the eye-catching plant stand.