How can I use wood slats from a bed?

Kitty Donovan
by Kitty Donovan
  3 answers
  • Ken Erickson Ken Erickson on Jan 06, 2019

    You could always turn them into paddles in case the kids are bad. Just kidding. They could be used for any number of projects where you don't need fancy wood.

  • Kelli L. Milligan Kelli L. Milligan on Jan 06, 2019

    Hundreds of things. Just hold on to, a project will produce itself.

    • Tom Stuart Tom Stuart on Jan 06, 2019

      Kelli and I seem to have similar answers. Keep the wood until you get an idea. I have put racks on one wall of my garage and keep extra pieces there.


      My wife says that it is more wood than I will ever use. I tell her that it is like a library, you don’t read every book every day but you regularly take out one you are interested in. She dropped a family photo a few weeks ago and shattered the glass. She was upset about it but I was able to get a scrap of acrylic plastic, cut it to size, and reframe it within 15 minutes. She was impressed and sees the importance of having things on hand (as long as it is organized.)


      Keep the wood stored until you need a shelf, box, or any other idea that comes together then bring it out.

  • Cindy Cindy on Jan 06, 2019

    Hi Kitty. I'm Cindy. You could make frames with those boards. I think a mirror framed with your boards would look great. Another idea, attach them together and make a sign. Perhaps a Live, Laugh, Love saying would be nice. And, last but not least, put hooks on them and hang in your bathroom, bedroom or by your backdoor. Wishing you all the best Kitty.