The use of polypropylene (PVC) pipes in the construction industry, as well as for transporting liquid and gaseous substances, began relatively recently. Various scraps of material remaining after completing the main work encourage craftsmen, and today designers, to find new practical uses for them. They make home furniture from plastic pipes with their own hands: cabinets, shelves, stands, chairs, tables, dryers, decor, lamps and even small structures for the country house.
Such wide popularity is dictated by the properties of PVC. Products from it:
- They are light in weight.
- Durable. The only thing to be wary of is that exposure to high temperatures can deform parts.
- Corrosion resistant.
- Inexpensive.
- Easy to work with. When constructing plastic products, the diffusion welding method, gluing parts or threaded fittings are used. Depending on the choice of the master, you will get a permanent connection or a collapsible structure.
- Non-toxic. This characteristic allows the use of PVC pipes for the manufacture of various pieces of furniture for children.
Features of creativity using PVC pipes
PVC pipes, due to their rigidity and the fact that they are easily connected using fittings, are most often used in the manufacture of crafts.
The advantages of items made in this way are:
- originality;
- stylishness;
- aesthetics;
- disassembly;
- environmental Safety;
- ease of manufacture.
As you can see in the photo of crafts made from plastic pipes, they can be both small decorative elements and large things, such as furniture.
To increase the durability of homemade products, you need to take care of the proper connection of individual parts.
PVC pipes can be joined together in three ways:
- Using bolts.
- Using glue.
- In the socket, using a latex seal.
Connecting elements
Polypropylene or PVC is widely used in areas such as baths, kitchens, and toilets. But besides plumbing tasks, they can serve as an excellent basis for creating original pieces of furniture.
Quite often you can see something like this:
- shelves;
- awnings;
- folding chair;
- bunk bed;
- stool;
- swing;
- rocking chair;
- racks;
- hangers;
- whatnot;
- garden furniture;
- arches, etc.
Looking into your garage or storage room, you will probably find a lot of scraps from old plastic pipes that turned out to be unnecessary after renovation. And for some reason you were in no hurry to throw them away.
I think you just knew that sooner or later you would read this material, and there would be an irresistible desire to make something out of them. But what exactly is still an open question. I would like to start not with what to do, but how to do it.
We are talking about connecting elements together into the structures you need. When using plastic products, you must determine exactly what kind of material it is. The most commonly used are polypropylene and PVC.
If it is a polypropylene pipe, then you will need a special welding machine for the connection. I think many people know how much it costs. Buying a device for one-time use is a complete waste of money. It's good that there is a rental service. But even the presence of welding does not allow many home craftsmen to achieve what they want. Working with such devices is difficult and requires special training and extensive practice. If you have no experience, and there’s nowhere to get a welding machine, look for other methods.
An alternative to welding is the use of glue and fittings. Moreover, in the case of polypropylene, I advise you to give preference to compression fittings.
If it is PVC, then a connection with a socket and rubber seals, glue or fixation with flanges will do.
Advantages of creating products from plastic pipes with your own hands
Convenient and spacious shelf made of plastic pipes
Making furniture from PVC pipes with your own hands brings satisfaction and joy, helps the development of creative inclinations, decorates everyday life, makes it easier and more comfortable.
Comfortable chaise lounge with a table for a relaxing holiday in the country
Furniture made from plastic pipes, made by yourself, has a number of advantages.
- Such production takes a little effort and time. This does not require years of honed skills. Both a teenager and a woman can easily cope with the task.
- The products have a rigid, stable design that can withstand heavy loads.
- The furniture turns out to be mobile and light. It is easy to move, rearrange, simply assemble or disassemble and put it in the pantry for a while. It takes up little space this way.
- PVC pipes are resistant to moisture and aggressive environments and do not rust. Furniture made from them withstands adverse weather conditions well. It does not lose its performance qualities and retains its original appearance after a long stay on the street. It is easy to care for and tolerates washing and cleaning well.
- A huge number of useful things can be made from such material. The only limitation is the imagination and imagination of the master.
- Low material cost.
- The ability to create items with an original author's design that cannot be purchased in a store.
DIY children's bed made from PVC pipes for babies
Little things for the interior
- From scraps of products you can construct an organizer for an office or workshop. The reliability of the craft is determined by the connection options: self-tapping screws to the surface of a table or wall, or gluing structural parts together. The first option will be stationary, the second – mobile (portable). It is better to take white or gray pipelines;
Plastic pieces of small diameter will make a beautiful and original stand for a tablet or netbook;
What else can be made from pipes? For example, shelves for books in modern or high-tech style, photo frames or mirrors;
Large-diameter scraps will make a shoe rack with compartments, and smaller-diameter pieces will make a flower stand. In order to make flower pots with your own hands, you will need products of a very large diameter - from 100 mm and above. Such country crafts made from polypropylene pipes can be placed both indoors and outdoors; Usually these are sewer elements;
A floor vase of any length, decorated with any patterns, can even serve as a gift to a friend. To make a vase, take pipes for water supply or sewerage systems of medium diameter, and you can make such a vase as a set - insert the trimmings one by one, using each subsequent segment of a smaller diameter;
An indoor or outdoor spotlight with a minimum of decoration will fit perfectly into a techno-style interior;
A hanger, a holder for things, a chair or table, a rack, a shelf, a bookcase, a shower, a sprinkler - there are so many ideas for a country house that you can’t remember them all, it would be a fantasy;
A garden house can be equipped with a homemade storm drain from pipes cut in half lengthwise and connected with glue or bolts into one long drainage gutter.
Unusual and practical interior decor
Let's consider original ideas for crafts made from pipes, which are more popular.
Shoe maker
To create this thing you will need pieces of large diameter pipes. Fastened together with glue or self-tapping screws, they form a convenient honeycomb-type rack for storing shoes.
This design does not interfere with the ventilation of your shoes and boots. It is quite roomy, but at the same time takes up minimal space. For fastening to the wall, a sheet of plywood is usually used.
Variety of plastic pipes
It's no secret that plastic pipes come in different purposes, colors and sizes. Their physical characteristics also vary greatly; the pipes withstand different power loads and operate in different temperature zones (for example, for cold and hot water).
The plastics from which pipes are made today are divided into three groups:
- Polyethylene - PE. Do not behave well at high temperatures, the material is elastic and pliable even after exposure to sunlight! Consider the conditions in which your invention will operate; if it is in contact with hot water, then choose a different material.
- Polypropylene - PP. Today, products made from this material are considered the highest quality, durable and toughest. Unfortunately, these are also the most expensive pipes.
- Polyvinyl chloride - PVC. The main advantage is resistance to chemical attack and reduced flammability. In terms of price-quality ratio, we recommend using PVC pipes for various crafts.
Some manufacturers, for the convenience of their consumers, apply color markings to the surface of the tubes to indicate ownership. So, the blue stripe is for cold water, the red stripe is for hot water. It happens that there are 2 stripes on the pipe, which means that it is suitable for both hot and cold.
To increase the rigidity of plastic, manufacturers produce reinforced pipes. A layer of aluminum or fiberglass is inserted between two layers of polymer. Reinforced pipes are much stronger and more reliable, but their price is considerable.
The basis
The pipe was cut into pieces 4, 20, 25, 28, 30, 35, 40 cm long (2 pieces each).
From sections of 20 and 35 cm and corners at 90 degrees, using a soldering iron for pipes, I assembled a frame, but left one corner unsoldered (photo 1). I assembled the same frame from lengths of 25 and 20 cm.
I cut out a 20x45 cm rectangle from the fabric, folded it 7 cm on both long sides and stitched it. This is the seat. I put it on the short sides of the frames and soldered the rectangles (photo 2)
I drilled through holes in the middle of the long pipes of each frame and assembled the frame with coupling bolts (photo 3)
The nuances of working with the material
Models made from water pipes turn out to be unusual and original. They decorate the room, garden plot. Handmade plastic furniture will add zest to the interior and attract the attention of guests.
Furniture is made from plastic pipes. Two types of materials are used in production: polypropylene (PP) and polyvinyl chloride (PVC). Each of them has its own characteristics and is suitable for the production of different products. Polyvinyl chloride is a cheaper material. It is more often used for sewer pipes. Its advantages include:
- strength and durability;
- ease of installation;
- low cost.
The disadvantage of PVC is that when exposed to high temperature water, the pipes begin to deform. In contrast, products made from polypropylene are not subject to change in shape at high water temperatures. They are able to withstand liquid heating up to 60 degrees, and even more if the pipe is reinforced.
Both materials are equally suitable for making furniture. In addition, there are a huge variety of items that are made from scraps. These are shelves, stands, mirror frames and more. The furniture is easy to assemble. The structure consists of pipes and fittings, the elements are also glued together. Even a beginner can make pieces of furniture from PVC pipes with his own hands.
Decoration
One of the options for decorating furniture made from pipes is to use different colors of the material. A table with blue legs will become a bright element in the room. Products come in different colors: white, black, blue, blue, yellow. Connecting elements also come in different shades. Thus, the pipes will be one color, and the fasteners will be another. Combinations of white and blue or black and red look beautiful.
When it comes to armchairs and chairs, they are decorated with decorative pillows. The foam lining on the back and seat is covered with a beautiful bright fabric. Decorative pillows decorate the product, making it cozy, comfortable, and original. They come with embroidery, buttons or tassels. The color range of pillows is varied. When choosing it, it is necessary to take into account the overall design of the entire room.
Children's furniture should be interesting and colorful. It is recommended to cover the chair or high chair with durable fabric with a bright pattern. This could be a cartoon character, toy cars, dolls, stars and much more. Pay special attention to furniture made from PVC pipes for children; it must be safe, without sharp elements. Otherwise, the kids may get hurt.
Making furniture from PVC pipes is easy. It will become a highlight in the room and will attract the attention of guests. Plastic pipes are inexpensive, so you can save a lot of money, since new furniture is expensive.
How to bend a pipe
Products made from this material look unusual. They will look even more interesting if they consist of curved parts. For example, a table with curved legs. In addition, various decorative elements are made from pipes, which come in different shapes. In such cases, bending the pipe is simply necessary.
For this you will need:
- funnel;
- sand;
- scotch;
- plate;
- metal containers;
- gloves;
- saw (hacksaw);
- knife (scissors);
- sandpaper;
- a device for bending pipes (there are different types, mostly improvised materials are used).
The process looks like this:
- cut a piece of the required length;
- cover one end with tape;
- using a funnel, pour in as much sand as will fit;
- heat a measured amount of sand in a metal container;
- put on protective gloves for safety, carefully pour sand into the pipe through a funnel;
- Seal the other end with tape, then the sand will not spill out during the bending process;
- leave it for a while, it will warm up from the inside;
- when it warms up, start bending;
- give the pipe the desired shape;
- at the end of the work, tear off the tape and pour out the sand;
- When the pipe cools down, it will be in the required shape.
Curtain rod
Any craft made from scrap materials must be made with high quality. A curtain rod is a durable structure that must withstand loads. A large number of different design projects contain original works of such functional products. Arch house, hi-tech - for these designs, using a plastic pipe to make a cornice will be an original and practical idea.
When thinking about design, you can be inspired by looking at furniture magazines and catalogs, and websites about furniture on the Internet.
How to do the work:
- Using a tape measure, measure the required length of the cornice. If there are two windows in the room, then you can make a continuous cornice on the entire wall with or without a lintel.
- Prepare a pipe of the required length. If necessary, put rings on it to attach curtains.
- Prepare fastenings for holders. They can also be made from PVC scraps and secured with fasteners.
- Assemble the structure.
- Attach the curtain rod to the wall in a pre-marked location.
- Hang curtains.
It is necessary to consider how you can use the materials that are already available, as well as availability if materials need to be purchased.
Creative ideas for creating shelves and more
The constantly growing number of ideas for using water pipes for decoration is explained by the fact that no special knowledge or skills are required when working with them. In the case of metal pipes, you only need a grinder to cut parts of the required sizes, and they are connected to each other using fittings of standard sizes.
Plastic pipes are easier to work with and cheaper. The range of things that can be made from plastic pipes is quite wide - these include shelving, chairs and tables, and even benches. But the simplest option, which is recommended for beginners to start with, is considered to be shelves made from water pipes.
A variety of manufacturing options and methods of using such products satisfy different tastes and needs.
Home Decoration
The interior of any home depends not only on the furniture and decoration of walls or other surfaces, but also on decorative decorations. Do-it-yourself crafts made from such inexpensive material as plastic pipes will add bright and stylish accents to the design composition.
Lamps and fixtures
You can decorate a children's room, bathroom or hallway, and even your office using lamps that are original in design. For their manufacture, an interesting idea is chosen, thin-diameter tubes and several types of connections, thanks to which you can create funny robots, figures of animals or people.
Wall panel
The craft is made from small sections of pipes of different diameters, and they must be cut into rings of equal height. It is better to glue the prepared elements together using strong glue, and after that you can paint them. Except for the wall, the panel will complement the design of a mirror or wall frame.
Flower pots
Home and outdoor flowers are often planted in pots, and they can be replaced with cut plastic bottles of different sizes. An unsightly container can be easily hidden in an original and exclusive flowerpot made from a piece of PVC pipe, painted or decorated with any chosen decor.
Bed made of pipes
There is no way to transfer or buy a bed to the dacha, but is it simply necessary there? You can try to make it yourself. Its production will take some time. You can build a small version of a sleeping place for a child. After a successful experiment and analysis of the mistakes made, it is worth moving on to a larger design.
The furniture turns out to be mobile and light. It is easy to move, rearrange, simply assemble or disassemble and put it in the pantry for a while.
Manufacturing instructions:
- Decide on the dimensions of the bed. The standard version of a one-and-a-half berth is length 200-210 cm, width 120-160 cm. The height of the headrests is determined independently depending on desire.
- Draw up a drawing indicating all the parts and their dimensions.
- Prepare the bed components: cut polypropylene pipes, purchase a sufficient number of fittings for each connecting node.
- Begin connecting the product in accordance with the diagram.
- Secure the connected pipe joints with screws.
- Paint the bed, check the strength and quality of the connections.
PVC pipes are resistant to moisture and aggressive environments and do not rust. Furniture made from them can withstand adverse conditions very well.
Armchair
An original way to use plastic pipes is to make a chair out of them. There are many options for making it. It all depends on the desire, capabilities and imagination of the master. Plastic pipelines can become a material for making a chair. You can make it using PVC pipes, a knife and glue.
To get an unusual chair, you need to do the following:
- First, cut pieces of different lengths. The main thing is that the longest segments should be the same length. They will act as supports;
- long ones will be needed for the backrest and armrests;
- Then the segments are glued together so that the surface of the armrests and backrest is at the same level. Towards the bottom, the length of the segments changes.
Thus, we get an interesting chair that will decorate any room in the house. To make it even more comfortable, pillows are placed on it or covered with foam fabric. You can have a good time in such a chair, read a book, watch TV.
Coffee table
Don’t think that this item in the interior will look ridiculous or massive. If you assemble it correctly, add decorative elements, and paint it in one or more colors, then this attribute will fit into any design.
Use your imagination and look for non-trivial approaches.
At the first stages of drawing up drawings, you need to decide on the material for the countertop. It can be plastic, tempered glass, wood, steel. You can use the old surface of a disused table.
A glass tabletop is usually attached to the top of the plastic frame.
After this, the pipes are cut and connected using fittings. If you include jumpers in the design, this will make the coffee table more durable. The tabletop can be secured with self-tapping screws. A great idea is to attach wheels to the legs of furniture fittings. This will make this product mobile.
Carefully consider the size and design of the future piece of furniture.
How to make a bookcase from water pipes with your own hands?
A shelving unit is an irreplaceable thing in the house, as well as an interior item that attracts attention. You can make a product with any parameters and sizes. The main thing is to decide on the main characteristics in order to correctly fit it into the room where it will be located. To do this, you should take measurements of the room and, in accordance with them, draw a diagram of the product, determine the number and size of the necessary elements and the order of assembly, and also prepare the necessary tools.
The base for the shelves can be a sheet of chipboard, plywood or other similar material. The product made from metal water pipes can withstand greater loads compared to the plastic version. This should be taken into account when choosing source material.
First you need to prepare all the parts and pieces by cutting them to the required size. Assembly should be carried out in accordance with a previously drawn up diagram, attaching parts to each other using fittings or connections.
This product can be an excellent option for storing tools. For example, in the garage. In addition, you can put gardening tools on its shelves. If the plastic option is chosen, it can be used in a children's room. Plastic shelves are environmentally friendly and do not harm your health. You can put flowers or children's toys on them.
Shelves for books in loft style
Any educated person sooner or later thinks about the need to purchase bookshelves. But they are easy to make yourself. Plastic pipes will make incredibly stylish corner shelves in a loft style.
Frame for a mirror or photograph
If you have accumulated a lot of short, different-sized scraps, then decorate the frame for the mirror with them. This accessory will not go unnoticed by your guests. In addition, you can decorate a photo frame in a similar way.
Curtain rod
Any craft made from scrap materials must be made with high quality. A curtain rod is a durable structure that must withstand loads. A large number of different design projects contain original works of such functional products. Arch house, hi-tech - for these designs, using a plastic pipe to make a cornice will be an original and practical idea.
When thinking about design, you can be inspired by looking at furniture magazines and catalogs, and websites about furniture on the Internet.
How to do the work:
- Using a tape measure, measure the required length of the cornice. If there are two windows in the room, then you can make a continuous cornice on the entire wall with or without a lintel.
- Prepare a pipe of the required length. If necessary, put rings on it to attach curtains.
- Prepare fastenings for holders. They can also be made from PVC scraps and secured with fasteners.
- Assemble the structure.
- Attach the curtain rod to the wall in a pre-marked location.
- Hang curtains.
It is necessary to consider how you can use the materials that are already available, as well as availability if materials need to be purchased.
Office table
It sounds implausible, but in fact, an office table can be made from plastic pipes. And this is a great opportunity to save money, because a table, even the simplest modification in a furniture showroom, is not cheap. Creating a table will require certain skills and imagination from you.
Large and beautiful table with legs made of metal pipes.
First of all, decide on the sizes. In principle, you can make a frame to fit an existing standard tabletop. Let's take the average parameters 915x2030 mm. When deciding on the material for the countertop, remember that the lighter its weight, the better it will be for the entire structure.
A wooden tabletop and iron legs are an ideal option.
Some people prefer to use a hollow door leaf as a tabletop; for others, the ideal option would be to assemble the tabletop themselves from existing boards, using fasteners, a saw and a drill. For implementation you will need 12 meters of plastic pipe. It needs to be cut into pieces of the following sizes:
- 5 parts 7.5 cm each;
- 10 parts 30 cm each;
- 4 pieces of 50 cm;
- 4 pieces of 75 cm each.
Legs made of PVC pipes cannot withstand heavy loads.
Also, to carry out an interesting project called “office desk made of PVC pipes” you will need the following materials:
- T-fittings – 4 pcs;
- Four-sided fittings – 4 pcs;
- Cross fittings – 2 pcs;
- Plugs for fittings and pipes – 10 pcs.
Use quality metal water pipes.
Having prepared all the above parts, you can begin assembly. It turns out to be no more difficult than a children's game of construction sets. After collecting everything and making sure that the design matches your plan, all fastening points should be taped.
The table can be made small to suit your height.
It is best to assemble the table in the following order:
- Start assembling the sides of the base that the tabletop will rest on.
- Now assemble the back side, which will connect the two already assembled side panels.
- An important point: to make the structure more stable, make an additional third leg on the back side.
- Be sure to monitor the parallelism of the elements in order to “correct” the design in time.
- After the frame is completely assembled, once again check the parallelism of all components, and try to test the structure for strength, for example, by leaning on it.
- Attach the tabletop to the frame.
Speaking about the last point, it is worth noting that you can attach the tabletop in different ways. Let's discuss the most practical and simplest option.
Making a table from pipes is not difficult, but it requires care.
To begin, place the tabletop on the floor, face down.
Place the frame on top so that the caps at the top fit snugly against the tabletop.
Follow the instructions when assembling the furniture.
Carefully mark the location of the plugs (circle with a pencil). Remove the caps from the frame and screw them to the tabletop.
Take initiative when creating furniture.
Finally, place the frame on the floor and place the tabletop on top so that all the plugs fit into place. And now, the new office desk is ready for use.
You can make a toy for children from plastic pipes.
Plastic pipes are also used to create spacious shelving, very practical clothes hangers and clothes dryers.
Obviously, the scope of PVC pipes is not limited to repair work in the plumbing sector. If you are no stranger to experiments, and you are not afraid to implement bold and unusual projects, try creating interior items from pipes.
Be creative and make your apartment unique.
Believe me, this is a great opportunity to save money and create a unique interior design.
Notebook Stand
You can try to make a small but necessary device such as a stand for a laptop or tablet with your own hands. To do this, you need to prepare the base elements of the required size. A laptop is taken as the basis for taking dimensional indicators. The required width, length, and size of the legs are calculated.
Having fastened the structure, if desired, you can paint it in the chosen color. Acrylic paints are used for this.
To make useful, beautiful things from plastic pipes you need desire and creative imagination.
In order to create any product from this material, you need to use your imagination and be patient. You shouldn’t start producing large structures right away. You can start with small products: towel holders, shelves, flower stands, stools.
Crafts made from plastic pipes look impressive and extraordinary, but additional decoration enhances this impression.
After obtaining the necessary skills, you can move on to more complex structures. From this material it is possible to make: gazebos, swings, a wheelbarrow for transporting garden tools, a large arch for roses and even a frame for a greenhouse. Ease of assembly, simple cutting and good performance properties of polypropylene pipes make this material universal.
The reward for your efforts is an unusual atmosphere and comfortable life.
Floor coat hanger
Very often, after laying various types of communications, materials remain that have not found their application. Where should I put them? This question is asked by every person after certain repair work. There are several solutions to this problem: put unused components in the attic, try to return them to the store, or use them to make furniture.
Plastic pipes of different diameters are sold in any hardware store at quite affordable prices.
A DIY floor clothes hanger made from plastic pipes is an original idea for creating the necessary interior elements from unused material. Polypropylene pipes have many advantages: they are resistant to corrosion and deformation, are light in weight and have a durable base, and are inexpensive to purchase.
You can assemble several hanger options from pipe sections.
What will be required in the first stages of production of this piece of furniture: prepare a project, create a drawing, select plastic pipes of the required length, fasteners, fittings.
The craft can have any number of hooks and partitions and, with proper skill, can replace a small wardrobe.
If necessary, the pipe can be cut to the desired size. But the cut may be sloppy. It needs to be cleaned out. The pipe can be bent if it is heated to the desired temperature. This must be done carefully so as not to break the product.
An excellent option for installation in a living room.
Step-by-step assembly and preparation:
- Production of a drawing on paper with the required dimensions of each component. The presented version has dimensions 180x110x60 cm.
- Preparation of design details. Cutting them into specific pieces. Cleaning up cuts.
- Assembling a product and fastening individual parts using fittings or glue.
- Installation of decorative elements.
- Attaching the lower shelves. This can be done by fastening wooden elements to a pipe frame using screws.
- Paint the entire structure in the previously selected color using acrylic paint.
- Checking the strength of a floor clothes hanger.
There are plenty of options for organizing clothing storage using plastic pipes, and all these crafts are quite simple to implement.
Clothes hanger
There is a huge variety of hangers these days. It all depends on the task at hand. If you have a small hallway, then a stand-up hanger will be what you need; if you need to make a hanger for a child’s room, then a U-shaped one with a stable base and additional branches for hanging a backpack will be an excellent solution. For little money you will get a designer item! It should be noted that you can decorate the resulting product in a color that matches the interior.
Pipe shelf for shoes
In a similar way, you can use drainpipes to make such a necessary thing in the hallway as a stylish and modern shoe rack.
There is never enough storage space, and if you make it yourself, it will be the envy of your house guests.
Shelf made of pipes in the pantry or kitchen
A simple shelf made of plumbing elements can also be useful when organizing the storage of necessary things or products in the kitchen or pantry.
It is worth choosing a design for the kitchen in such a way that it is in harmony with the external facade of the kitchen furniture and fits well into the existing interior.
Bathroom shelf made of pipes
In the bathroom, a shelf made from copper water pipes would be a stylish and eye-catching solution. The design is made as simply as the previous options.
Copper pipes are more expensive, but the impressive results will exceed all expectations. Cheap plastic elements are also used for the frame. Well-chosen decor will help make the shelf more attractive in appearance.
Manege
In order to limit a small child’s movements around the apartment, a wonderful device has been invented - a playpen. You can buy it, or you can make it according to your individual measurements! You will need a lot of material to make the playpen, so you won’t be able to get by with scraps in the design.
It is best to purchase pipes in the store, having previously calculated how many of them are needed to create the playpen. Do not regret the money spent; after the child grows up, the playpen can always be disassembled and made into something else.
When creating a playpen, take into account the distance between the bars and the size of your baby; it will be a shame if the child crawls between the bars. Experienced parents advise to come up with fastening the structure to a reliable support to prevent the playpen from tipping over.
Swing
To make swings, it is recommended to use reinforced plastic, because... the situation here is related to the movement and safety of the child. Start making them only when you get good at working with simple crafts.
There are many swings. The most interesting and attractive ones in the form of swinging sofas can be found in country furniture supermarkets. They're just expensive. See how they are made, take the necessary dimensions, develop a sketch adapted to your leftovers.
Football goal
Do you live in the private sector or have a dacha? Consider making children's soccer goals from plastic pipes. In fact, the product will consist of several components that will need to be assembled into a frame. To be more convincing, you can purchase a net and stretch it over the manufactured gate. When the little football player grows up, you will disassemble the structure and immerse yourself in creating a new masterpiece.
Coffee table
Don’t think that this item in the interior will look ridiculous or massive. If you assemble it correctly, add decorative elements, and paint it in one or more colors, then this attribute will fit into any design.
Use your imagination and look for non-trivial approaches.
At the first stages of drawing up drawings, you need to decide on the material for the countertop. It can be plastic, tempered glass, wood, steel. You can use the old surface of a disused table.
A glass tabletop is usually attached to the top of the plastic frame.
After this, the pipes are cut and connected using fittings. If you include jumpers in the design, this will make the coffee table more durable. The tabletop can be secured with self-tapping screws. A great idea is to attach wheels to the legs of furniture fittings. This will make this product mobile.
Carefully consider the size and design of the future piece of furniture.
Furniture made from pipes for a summer residence
After practicing on the shelves, you can aim at more complex structures. For a dacha, furniture made from elements designed for plumbing systems is an excellent option. A table, a chair, even a bench - you can make all this yourself and adapt it for use in the country. The leftover material will make an interesting and stylish hanger.
Fantasy will allow you to create unique individual pieces. For example, you can use an old door leaf lying around at the dacha as a table top, which will guarantee the exclusivity of the piece of furniture.
Rack
Making a rack from wood or metal is expensive, time-consuming, and requires practical knowledge. It’s easy to make such a necessary item for storing various household items, canned foods, and tools.
By connecting several pieces of pipe in the required order, you can get a practical and inexpensive rack.
Comparative table of materials used.
| Indicators | Tree | Metal | Polypropylene pipes |
| With constant contact with humidity | Gets wet. It is necessary to separately cover it with a protective layer of impregnation. | Corrosion occurs, rust appears | Tolerates any level of moisture |
| Price | Accessible | Expensive | Accessible |
| Required Skills | Have basic carpentry skills | Perform welding work | Simple process even for beginners |
At the first stage of production, you need to draw up a diagram with dimensions. The dimensions of this product depend on the ceiling height of the place where the rack will be installed. Having prepared the necessary elements according to the drawing, they should be connected.
It can be either quite modest in size or a real giant.
Shelves will be needed. They can be made from plywood or chipboard. Attached using self-tapping screws. It is better to carry out the work at the place where the product will be located.
If the rack is located in the living room, then the pipes can be painted, and glass or plywood can be used as countertops.
Materials and tools
You can make furniture using metal elements, but it’s easier to make items from plastic ones yourself. Before starting work, you should decide in what conditions the furniture will be used. Because polyvinyl chloride is cheaper than polypropylene, but less durable and cannot withstand high temperatures.
Therefore, pipes made of polyvinyl chloride cannot be used in saunas, and furniture made of polypropylene elements can be placed in the dressing room without risk. After all, the material can withstand temperatures up to +60°C.
There are always leftovers after renovations, and these materials can be put to good use. Fragments of plastic systems - several tubes, fittings - are perfect for making furniture.
To carry out the work you need to stock up on the necessary tools and materials. The main thing you need to make furniture is a hammer drill and a good hacksaw, preferably for metal. It is universal and suitable for cutting both metal and plastic. In addition, you need a screwdriver and a sharp knife.
The materials on hand should be the water pipes themselves, they will need to be cut to the required sizes, connections, plugs, glue, paint for subsequent decorative finishing.
When working with metal water pipes, the main tool will be a grinder, which is used to cut parts to the required parameters. Plastic elements require connecting elements, fittings, and plugs.
Folding chair
On vacation or on a hike, a folding chair is not just a product for increased comfort, but a necessary item for relaxation. Metal models are popular. But they have many disadvantages. The first is the weight of the chair. It is uncomfortable to wear over long distances. Secondly, many metal parts can become rusty. What makes this item not durable in use.
It does not lose its performance qualities and retains its original appearance after a long stay on the street.
A good substitute for metal is PVC pipes. They are lightweight, have a solid base, and will serve the owner for a long time due to their resistance to atmospheric agents.
This chair is easy to care for; it tolerates washing and cleaning well.
How to craft this item:
- The height of the product can be standard for factory folding chairs - 35-45 cm. Prepare components.
- Cut out the fabric seat. It must be made of dense material that can withstand the load.
- Connect the plastic components together. You can use two screws for the folding element.
- Sew the fabric onto the top of the chair.
- Check the quality of the connected parts.
You need to start from the function that the furniture will perform.
Assembly of the structure
In order for the installation process to be simple and not cause much trouble, it is important to draw up an order or, better yet, a diagram for assembling the product. You can do this yourself, but the option of using one or another type of furniture made from standard materials as a sample is also suitable. In addition, there are special construction publications devoted to this topic. The assembly diagram and even drawings are taken from there. Taking a sample of classic furniture as a basis, it is recommended to take into account the properties and characteristics of plumbing systems.
You should start working with pipes with simple products, like shelves. With experience comes skills, and the task becomes more difficult. The variety of options is limitless and depends on the desire and imagination of the author. The reward will be the uniqueness of the piece of furniture and the knowledge that it was created with your own hands.
Option #1. Drip tape
First, let's look at the option with tape. The thickness of its walls and the spacing of the holes are selected depending on what crop is planned to be supplied with moisture.
Drip tapes connected via start connectors
Table No. 3. The spacing of holes on the drip tape depends on the crops being grown.
| Step, centimeters | For which agricultural crops is it suitable? |
| 10 | Carrots, onions, garlic |
| 20 | Cucumbers, strawberries and wild strawberries |
| 30 | Cucumbers, tomatoes, potatoes, eggplants |
| 40 | Melons |
Drip tape and fittings with taps
The sequence of actions is as follows.
DIY drip irrigation assembly diagram, photo
Step 1. Install start connectors with taps to the tees perpendicular to the main line.
Installation of faucet and drip tape
Step 2. Divide the drip tape into parts equal in length to the length of the beds (with a small margin).
Step 3. Fix one end of the drip tape in the start connector.
Step 4. Cover the other end of the drip tape with a cap or roll it up and tie it with insulating tape.
Connecting a tee for outlet with drip tape
Drip tape is not best suited for areas where birds and rodents are found in large numbers, which can easily damage its thin walls.
Photo ideas for crafts made from plastic pipes
Play complex for cats
A play complex for cats is assembled from tubes and plastic bars. After making the structure, each part is covered with thick fabric or rigid cord, which will later be used as a scratching post. The complexity of the design depends on the patience of the owners and the activity of the pet. You can build a simple house with a horizontal ladder, a lounger and hanging toys. Some don’t stop there and assemble real cat palaces with “hammocks”, a complex system of transitions, “booths” and wheels for running, like hamsters in cages.
Photos of crafts made from PVC pipes
Conclusions and useful video on the topic
You can learn how to independently build a chair with a back from PVC pipes from the following video:
The process of constructing a folding fishing chair:
How to build a folding stool from polypropylene pipes with your own hands:
As you can see, there is nothing complicated in the process of creating PP pipe chairs. All necessary materials and tools can be purchased in the store at affordable prices. In addition, furniture made by yourself will not only be a source of pride in front of friends and relatives, but also a wonderful addition to the interior.
Dresser decoration
Any piece of furniture can be decorated with a polypropylene product. An old style chest of drawers can be repurposed into a stylish grunge piece. To do this, do the following:
- Measure the chest of drawers with a tape measure. Write down the dimensions on the drawing.
- Choose a material: for a curved decor, you can choose this type of pipe or try to round them yourself. After heating the PVC product, you need to slowly bend it. This should be done carefully, with extreme caution.
- Connect the frame together.
- Attach the resulting structure to a wooden chest of drawers.
Plastic pipes are easy to cut. This leaves a sharp edge with burrs that must be cleaned off.
