15 Incredible Crate Projects That You Can Do On A Time Crunch
Don't got time to waste doing woodwork that can last days? Try out these easy crate projects instead!
By Hometalk HighlightsBuild The Perfect Bench In 60 Seconds
Set your cups out in the pattern and place the crates out evenly.
Stack Crates For A Storage Shelf
Coat the crates in Danish Oil and apply wood glue to attach the crates together.
Have A Spinning Body Sized Mirror
Screw in the Lazy Susan hardware, drill the crates together, and use a super glue to hang the mirror.
Kick Up Your Heels On A Footstool
Screw the legs into holes drilled in the corner of the crate and use a glue gun to adhere fabric.
Use Your Wine Crate As A Nightstand
Decoupage the inside of the crate with decorative paper, and screw in the hairpin legs.
Keep Items Safe In A Locker
Begin by painting the crates with your choice of color, then screw in a small metal door.
Put Your Mail In A Mini Holder
Sand down the crate, brush on with decor paint, and distress by wiping with a wash cloth.
Enjoy A Movable Storage Unit
Mix chalk paint with regular acrylic paint for a rustic look, then screw on the caster wheels.
Sit On A Bench With Wheels
Attach your castor wheels to the stair tread and apply wood to the bottom of each crate.
Relax On A Pullout Ottoman
Measure the height of the chair you want the ottoman to go under, and remove the excess wood using a saw.
Tuck Your Books In A Shelf
Saw each crate in half, sand down, and drill 2 holes on each side to pull the rope through.
Pack Tools Away In A Toolbox
Saw individual pieces of wood through the center and hammer in 30mm nails.
Keep Pets Close With A Nightstand Bed
Staple ¼” plywood on the bottom of a simple drawer frame and paint white.
Fill Fruit In Decorative Pallet Crate
Tape wax paper down on regular printing paper to get your image of choice, then rub down the wax paper to transfer.