Upcycling is the process of converting old or discarded materials into something useful and beautiful. Upcycled decor is a wonderful way to style your home while saving money and helping the environment. This idea has become trendy in recent years and goes by all sorts of names: upcycled, repurposed, recycled, and thrifted to name a few.
Whatever you want to call it - upcycling is here to stay. Check out these 15 upcycled home decor looks and get your creative juices flowing! You won't want to throw away any of your junk ever again!
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1. Globe light fixture
All you need is a globe and a light kit to make this unique pendant. Holes were drilled around the continents on the globe for an extra special touch.
2. Window chalkboard calendar
This giant old window with 28 panes was re-purposed into a beautiful and functional calendar using chalkboard paint.
3. Upcycled metal paper organizer
This paper organizer was given a fresh coat of paint, and then sanded down for a worn metal look. The numbers and lettering were stenciled on. The result is a perfect vintage-industrial organizer for the office.
4. Vintage door beverage bar station
This old door is now a beverage station ready to serve drinks at a Summer barbecue! Shelves were added to hold glasses and drinks, and it's even equipped with a bottle opener.
5. Old door upcycled into a bench
This project might require a little more carpentry skills than the average upcycle project, but with a big pay off! This old door was cut into pieces and reassembled into a bench. The rounded detail on the arms was acquired with the use of a jigsaw.
6. Stacked books table lamp
This amazing lamp is any book lover's dream! Make your own with a lamp kit, wire lamp shade, stack of old books, and a drill.
7. Vintage level upcycled to a handy hanging rack
This charming vintage red level was turned into a one-of-a-kind hanging rack. The transformation is made with just a few furniture knobs screwed onto the front.
8. Upcycled map table
This thrifted table with hairpin legs was just screaming for a makeover. A vintage nautical racing map was attached to the top with decoupage.
9. Stepladder nighstand
This rustic stepladder was reinforced with extra wood planks and used as a clever nightstand with plenty of storage.
10. Pallet coffee mug holder
Attach some hooks to a wood pallet and you've got a coffee mug holder! This would be an easy way to add charming farmhouse style to any kitchen.
11. Upcycled clock table
Some might think a broken clock is ready for the trash, but the creative owner of this table came up with a different solution. The old clock was attached to a table base for this beautiful side table.
12. Vintage tractor seat art
The entryway of this home is a total show stopper thanks to the collection of hanging antique tractor seats. Unique items like these look even better when grouped together in a collection.
13. Window shutter console table
This old shutter was painted and attached to table legs resulting in a rustic and special sofa table.
14. Suitcase nightstand
A simple stack of suitcases topped with a wooden crate make a perfect nightstand. Anyone can pull of this upcycle project!
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15. Boat oar headboard
A collection of boat oars grouped together make a rustic coastal headboard.