Some people really do know what to do with the most unlike things. Really, who would have thought a washing macine drum would have so many uses in it's next life?
This is what I love about the internet. You can find out so many things and even how to do them.
I've collected a few of my favourite recycled images for uses of the drum. First up is this fabulous floor lamp using a tripod and washing machine drum, which has been covered in a variety of designs.
The recycled lamps are a project of a Portuguese designer Tó Martins, check out Rewashlamp.
Number 2 is a firepit, to keep you warm in the garden. Just weld some legs on, give it some stove paint and away you go. Instructions on How To are here
Number 3 is another firepit, but with an added extra of a grill. So you can have a BBQ and be cosy, if you want to. It's also quite decorative with the stones surrounding it. Perhaps this is also a good safety precaution.
Number 4 and Number 5 are both the same purpose but different styles. Stools or pouffe, one is called an ottoman so perhaps some storage space in that one. Above No.4 made by Junk Munkez, whose designers are working hard to turn their city’s trash and junkyard scraps into bold furnishings inspired by their Lebanese roots. Their line, dubbed Knit Knack, uses old drums that have been cleaned and painted as colorful canvases, with what you might call the tapestry effect.
Number 5 has had wheels added to it and a nice bolster cushion, which is also a lid. You can find out more about this on Esprit Cabane.
Lastly, but certainly not least is Number 6. This idea is just so brilliant I want to make one or two, but would have to sabotage my machine (not gonna happen) to get the drum, or beg for one!
this could do as a large side table or small coffee table even. Although you would have to think about the cables. This one will set you back a cool £350 to buy. Created by UK designer Max McMurdo, Silvana is Reestore’s most popular product.
Goodness I don't think there are enough drums to go round, hope you've been inspired now! :)
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