House made of plastic pipes for children. What furniture can you make from PVC pipes with your own hands?

August 1, 2016
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Plastic pipes are an excellent material from which you can assemble not only pipelines, but also all kinds of crafts. Moreover, working with them is quite easy and simple, not to mention that this procedure is very exciting. As an example in this article I will give the 10 most interesting ideas use plastic pipes.

Features of making crafts from plastic pipes

In the hands of a master, plastic pipes and fittings (angles and tees) turn into a real construction set from which you can assemble any frame structures. The only thing you need to pay some attention to is the choice of pipes. For example, metal-plastic is not suitable for these purposes, as its bending strength is very low.

Therefore it is best to use the following types pipes:

Before gluing the PVC pipe to the fitting, you need to chamfer it to get rid of burrs that could scrape off the glue during the process of joining the parts.

Homemade options

Option 1: Laptop stand

Let's start with the simplest, but nevertheless very useful product - a laptop stand. In the photo below we see how to make a stand from PVC pipes.

So, the instructions for making it are quite simple:

First of all, measure your laptop so that the stand fits it perfectly;
then cut the tubes according to the obtained dimensions:

The 2 tubes should be approximately 5cm longer than the depth of the laptop;
1 tube should be 2-3 cm shorter than the width of the laptop;
2 short tubes – the height of the stand depends on their length;

now glue the corners to the two long tubes and connect them with the short tubes, resulting in 2 L-shaped parts;
after that, glue the corners to the short tubes and connect the parts with the longest tube, which should be perpendicular;
then glue the corners to the two ends of the L-shaped parts, which will serve as limiters so that the laptop does not move off the stand;
At the end of the work, the product can be painted in any color you like with spray paint.

Now it will be more convenient for you to work with your laptop, and you can also place it on the bed or sofa and it will not overheat.

Option 2: sled for children

Sleds made of plastic pipes are a more complex design, however, they are made in almost the same way as a laptop stand. That's why Every skilled person can cope with the task.

To make a sleigh you will need following materials:

two pipes with a diameter of 40 mm;
tips for pipes 40 mm;
pipes with a diameter of 25 mm;
tees and angles at 90 and 45 degrees for pipes with a diameter of 25 mm.

The sled is made as follows:

start work by preparing a drawing. Use any sled in the photo above as the basis for the design. The main task of the drawing is to indicate the dimensions of all parts, which will simplify and speed up further work;
Next, make runners from magpie pipes. To do this, mark the places where they bend with a pencil and heat them on open fire, rotating the pipe along its axis. When the plastic softens, the ends should be bent so that the runners slide easily through the snow and do not bury themselves.
It is advisable to bend the runners not only in front, but also in the back. After this, you need to put plugs on the finished runners;
Now you need to assemble the upper part of the sleigh, i.e. frame to which the seat will be attached. The frame must have racks for connection to the runners.
This design is a rectangle with stiffeners in the form of jumpers. To install jumpers and racks, use tees;
if a small child will ride the sled, be sure to also make a backrest. To do this, use short pieces of tubes and 45-degree angles;
when the frame is ready, you need to connect it with the runners. To do this, install it on the skids and make markings, indicating the holes into which the racks will be inserted;
now drill holes of the required diameter so that the racks can fit into them;
after that, connect the runners to the posts by inserting them into the holes until they stop. To fix the racks in the runners, use self-tapping screws;

To complete the work you need to make a seat. For this you can use wooden slats, which are screwed to the frame with self-tapping screws or planks.

This completes the sled making process.

Option 3: rack

Another simple and quite useful design for household use is a rack. It can be useful in the garage, for storing all kinds of small items, in the country house, or even in the apartment to conveniently arrange canned food in the pantry.

The process of making a rack is extremely simple:

start work by making a drawing, indicating the dimensions of all parts;
then, according to the drawing, assemble the racks and connect them with jumpers using tees;
now install the rack and place boards on the lintels that will serve as shelves;
If the rack turns out to be high, you need to provide brackets for attaching the structure to the wall.

Option 4: Snowshoes

We figured out how sleds for children are made, now we’ll look at how to make snowshoes with your own hands from plastic pipes for adults. To do this you will need the following materials:

2 pipes with a diameter of 20-30 mm, one and a half meters long;
nylon cord 4-5 mm thick – 40-50 meters;
elastic band for fixing the foot.

The process for making snowshoes is as follows:

cut a piece 200 mm long from each tube;
on long workpieces, apply a mark in the middle and heat them in this place over an open fire, for example, over a gas burner;

when the plastic softens, you should bend the pipes around a cylindrical object, for example, you can use a kettle for this purpose. Wherein during the bending process, do not apply much force, it is better to heat the workpiece again so that it does not crack;
Heat the resulting sock again and give it an angle of approximately 120-130 degrees. Do the same with the ends of the pipes;

Now both ends of the pipe should be connected. To connect pipes, you can use self-tapping screws;
after this, sand the frame of the snowshoes so that the surface is rough;

Now you need to weave a mesh of nylon cord on the frame. You can connect the nodes according to the diagram above.

While making the net, you need to tie a jumper to the snowshoes. When the product is ready, tie the elastic bands to secure the snowshoes to the leg.

The size of snowshoes depends on the size of your feet. With a foot size of 42, a snowshoe with a length of about 60 cm and a width of about 25 cm is sufficient.

Option 5: catamaran

For lovers active rest In nature, we can recommend making a homemade catamaran from plastic pipes. This design is based on external sewer pipes large diameter. Their length should be about two meters.

Manufacturing process of this product looks like that:

place the three pipes at the same distance from each other and connect them with pipes of smaller diameter, using clamps or other fasteners. The distance between the two outer sewer pipes should be about one and a half meters;
then glue plugs on both sides of the pipes. To reduce the resistance of the floats, “bend” them at the front using 45-degree corners;
on the base of the tubes connecting the floats, lay a wooden shield that will serve as a deck;
A seat, which can be made from boards, should be secured to the shield.

At this point the catamaran is ready. This floating device is perfect for fishermen, as well as just lovers of walking on the water.

To steer the catamaran, use the oars from the kayak. Of course, if you wish, you can develop and implement a more complex design with pedal-driven blades.

Option 6: tent

The tent is made according to the same principle as all other structures - it is based on pipes and fittings. The only thing is that the parts do not need to be glued or soldered to make the product collapsible. Another feature is that you will have to sew an awning, for example, from tarpaulin or other suitable fabric.

The design manufacturing process looks like this:

To make it easier to work, draw a drawing indicating the dimensions of all parts and the location of fittings. The design of the tent is quite simple - the base is a rectangle, to which four posts are attached at the corners.
The roof is attached to the posts on top. If the roof is gable, then to assemble it you will need 45 degree fittings;

after that, cut the tubes into pieces of the required length;
Now, from the received parts and fittings, assemble the frame according to the drawing;
Next you need to make an awning. To do this, cut the material into sheets for each side of the tent, as well as the roof, and then sew them;
Now put the resulting awning on the tent to make sure that the job is done correctly.

For the tent, use high-quality fittings so that they hold the pipes firmly and do not crack.

Option 7: making a velomobile

For those who like to design and invent, we can recommend making a velomobile. Is it true, Please note that to make it you will need more durable pipes than for the products described above.

An excellent solution is PVC pipes with metal reinforcement with a diameter of 1/4 inch. However, it is almost impossible to find such material on the domestic market. It can be replaced with 40 mm uPVC pipes intended for swimming pools, although their disadvantage is high price fittings.

In addition, you can use ordinary polypropylene reinforced pipes, into which metal tubes of suitable diameter are inserted. Another option to increase the strength of pipes is to fill them with foam.

The process of making a velomobile frame is not complicated. The structure is assembled according to the same principle as all other products - the tubes are connected using fittings and thus the frame is assembled.

The most difficult thing when performing this task is to securely fasten the metal parts - the wheel axles and the drive. To do this, use metal plates that can be secured to the frame with bolts. To screw the bolt into the pipe, use bushings that are glued into place.

As for the mechanical part, all parts are used from the bicycle. The only thing is that you can use the electric motor, as shown in the photo above. In this case, an electric drive is installed on one rear wheel, and a mechanical drive on the second.

To implement a mechanical drive, an axle with bends in the form of pedals should be placed in front, as in the photo below. This axis, in turn, transmits torque to the sprocket, and then everything is like a regular bicycle.

Here, in fact, are all the main nuances of making a velomobile. You will probably find solutions to other design problems yourself.

Option 8: zherlitsa

If you love fishing and experiment with different gear, then you will probably be interested in this idea of using a plastic pipe, which is to make a summer girder. To do this, you will need a piece of sewer pipe with a diameter of 32 mm and a length of 10 cm, as well as a fishing line, hook and sinker.

The vent is made from a plastic pipe as follows:

remove the edges from both ends of the workpiece;
then drill a hole with a diameter of about 5 mm, stepping back from the edge of about 1.5 cm. This hole will be used as a line stopper;
now drill from the opposite side of the workpiece through hole, i.e. there should be two holes in the tube opposite each other;
Now you need to equip the workpiece. To do this, tie a suspension of fishing line to two opposite holes (for hanging the girder). The suspension should end with a noose loop;
Now tie the fishing line to one hole and wrap it around the tube. 10 meters will be enough;
You need to put a sliding sinker on the end of the fishing line, and also attach a tee hook;
To fix the fishing line in the working position, put a tight rubber ring on the workpiece.

Now the gear is ready, all that remains is to prepare the bait and go to the nearest suitable body of water to test it in action.

Option 9: folding chair

If you liked the previous option of using a plastic pipe, then a folding one will probably come in handy too. Moreover, it is produced extremely simply and quickly:

from tubes and corners, assemble a rectangle with dimensions of approximately 40x30 cm; if desired, you can make the chair even more compact;
now assemble a second similar rectangle. Its height should be the same, and its width a few centimeters smaller so that it can fit tightly into the first rectangle;
now drill holes opposite each other in the center of the long sides of each rectangle;
then connect both parts using bolts;
To finish the job, sew on a rag seat, as in the photo above.

As a result, you have a light and compact chair that can even be put in a backpack.

Option 10: waterfall for children

As you know, children love to splash in the water on hot summer days. Therefore, if you have a summer house, do not deny them this pleasure and make a waterfall.

The design of this device is extremely simple. It is a U-shaped frame. In the crossbar of this frame from below you need to drill small holes through which streams of water will fall down.

To ensure that the crossbar stands firmly on the ground, attach the legs from below, perpendicular to the frame, as shown in the photo above. Attach a hose connection or threaded fitting to one of the legs. Install plugs on the remaining ends of the legs.

Now the waterfall is ready, all that remains is to connect the water to it. For these purposes you can use a tank from summer shower or install a special container where the water will be heated under the sun.

Conclusion

From plastic pipes, as we found out, you can make many interesting and useful crafts. We have considered only 10 options for their use as an example. However, if you stretch your imagination a little, you will probably discover a lot of other, no less interesting ideas.

From the video in this article you can get Additional information about how sleds are made from plastic pipes. If some points are not entirely clear to you, ask questions in the comments, and I will be happy to answer you.

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Using PVC pipes. But greenhouses and canopies are not all that can be made from PVC and aluminum pipes with different diameters. Furniture, decorative items for the home, organizers, shelving, even weapons - beautiful bows different forms. People's imagination is constantly being embodied in new PVC forms, and we have made a selection of the most interesting DIY projects for you.

Let's start with homemade furniture made from aluminum and PVC pipes connected with fittings. There are both children's furniture and options for adults, cute designs that will fit into any interior, and shelving with many shelves.

DIY furniture made from pipes

1. Low table made of pipes and wood

Table made of pipes and wood

And here is a detailed video instruction on how to make it.

2. Dining table

Dinner table

This table is made of three boards and metal pipes can be used as a lunch table. A note of industrial style in the design of the room. You can see the manufacturing technology.

3. Large rack made of pipes and wood

Pantry rack

Rack for a spacious pantry or garage - perfect solution for storing all sorts of things. It's durable and looks cool. Read the assembly manual.

4. Shelving for the room

Hall rack

TV, audio system, souvenirs and books - everything will fit on this homemade rack. Let's see how to make it.

5. Another rack

Shelf made of metal and wood

The shape of this rack is somewhat unusual, as if it was planned for specific items. Looks cool with paintings, figurines and other contents. There is a list of building materials and a story about production.

6. Coffee table with glass top

Coffee table

The legs of this table are made from bent and painted PVC pipes. As for the tabletop, you don’t have to make it out of glass, but it certainly looks cooler that way. you will find manufacturing instructions.

7. Bed made of aluminum pipes

Bed with aluminum tube frame

Large bed frame with canopy made of aluminum pipes and fittings. Manufacturing Guide.

8. A simpler bed made of pipes and wood

Bed made of pipes and wood

This bed looks simpler and is easier to make. You will need pipes, fittings, wooden "ribs" and a manufacturing manual.

9. Canopy over the crib

Canopy over the crib

Anyone can make this simple canopy from PVC pipes. It turns out a children's bed with a tulle canopy.

10. Simple towel rack

Towel dryer

A few PVC pipes and fittings, and your towel rail is ready.

11. Cute chairs for children

Chairs for children

You can easily make these cute chairs yourself. Frame made of PVC pipes and seat woven from threads. You can see how to braid chairs.

12. Simple Camping Chairs

Outdoor chairs

Small comfortable chairs for patio or hiking in nature. Children will definitely like bright furniture. See how to make such chairs.

13. Play area

Place to play

For kids, you can organize a place to play with a PVC frame.

14. Beach style bar counter

Bar counter

PVC pipes painted to resemble bamboo, various attributes such as exotic masks and a thatched roof - this bar counter will be an excellent reminder of exotic hot countries and beach holiday. Read detailed instructions on production.

15. Simple and convenient drawing tablet

PVC Tablet

This lightweight drawing tablet is perfect for home practice. There is no need to attach paper to it - the album is placed on a special stand along the bottom edge of the tablet. Read how to make it.

Organizers and shelves

16. Desk organizer

Simple desk organizer

20. Creative wine rack

Wine stand

If you need a stand for a maximum of four or five bottles, you can make a PVC creative like this. It's easy to do and looks great.

21. Laptop stand

Notebook Stand

Simple and convenient stand for working with a laptop.

Interior decorative items and gifts

22. Curtain rod

Curtain rod

Nice cornice made of painted PVC pipes and decorative elements. Read more about production.

23. Dresser decoration

Dresser decoration

PVC pipes cut into thin rings can serve as decoration for furniture.

24. Creative frame for a mirror

Mirror frame

And again PVC pipes, cut into thin rings. Cut, compose into in the right order, glue them together and admire the new frame.

25. Piggy Bank

Piggy bank

This funny pig with a base made from a scrap of PVC pipe can be given to someone or placed at home as a souvenir. Here

Construction of a house or renovation of an apartment is always accompanied by a bunch of leftovers from consumables. Pipeline repair is also no exception, because after replacing metal pipes with plastic ones, a lot of scraps remain, as well as connecting elements - fittings, which many owners simply throw away.

However, there are also such creative people who can make a durable and original furniture, for example, tables or chairs, as well as other household items such as an organizer. In this article we will examine in detail some similar ideas from PVC pipes.

DIY children's chair made from plastic pipes

Polypropylene is a hypoallergenic and non-toxic material, so you can make various children's furniture from it without worrying about the health and well-being of the child. By implementing ideas from plastic pipes with your own hands, you can easily assemble a table, playpen, chair, etc.

One of these simple projects can become a comfortable children's high chair, which is assembled from pipes and fittings like a construction set. The size of each part will depend on the size of the desired result, but below we will provide instructions in which we will tell you how to make a chair for a five-year-old child.

To make a high chair you will need the following materials and tools:

PVC glue;
Approximately 3 meters polymer pipe;
6 T-fittings;
8 corner fittings (90°);
Durable fabric;
Fine tooth saw;
Sewing machine;
Scissors.

Building a chair:

First of all, you need to cut the pipe into pieces: 7 pieces. 33 cm each (A), 4 pcs. 20 cm each (B), 4 pcs. 13 cm each (C) and 2 pcs. 18 cm each (D);
Take two parts A and secure them at each end with an angle fitting;
Insert all elements B into each of the fittings;
Place T-shaped connectors on each element B, turning their perpendicular part perpendicular to element A;
Connect the T-fittings in pairs with elements A. As a result, you should have parallel chair legs;
Insert all elements C into the free ends of the fittings;
Next, you need to place the structure so that the ends of the legs “look” at you;
Take the two corner fittings and slide them onto the C parts closest to you;
Slide the two T-pieces onto the C pieces further away from you, rotating them so that the center joints are facing you;
Next, you need to connect the inserted fittings with parts A parallel to the chair legs;
We insert parts D into the free ends of the T-shaped fittings and put corner fittings on them, turning them “facing” each other;
We connect them with element A, ending with the back of the chair;
Make a seat out of fabric by stretching it between parallel bars;
Glue all connections, then let the chair dry.

Office desk with plastic frame

Buying even the cheapest office desk can be a big problem for some people, so we will tell you how to make a table from plastic pipes. This project differs from the previous one in its complexity, so you will have to think through some parts yourself, but we will try to explain everything to you as clearly as possible.

First of all, you need to decide on the size of the table. In our case, we take a ready-made tabletop (915x2030 mm), under which we will assemble the frame. When choosing a tabletop for your own table, pay attention to its weight and follow the rule: the lower the weight, the better for your table. The best solution it will be hollow for the countertop door leaf. You can also assemble the tabletop yourself using flat boards, fasteners, a saw and a drill.

First of all, prepare 12 meters of plastic pipe and cut it into the following parts:

5 parts of 7.5 cm;
10 pieces of 30 cm;
4 parts of 50 cm;
And 4 pieces of 75 cm.

Among the other parts for the frame you will need the following:

4 T-fittings;
4 four-way fittings;
2 cross fittings;
10 plugs for pipes and fittings.

Having prepared everything necessary details, you can start assembling the table from polypropylene pipes. It is better to perform the first assembly without using glue, and after assembly, glue all the connections one by one. Begin assembly by constructing the sides of the frame on which the tabletop will rest.

Next, assemble the back part, which will connect the two already assembled. To give the table additional stability, we recommend adding a third leg to the back wall. When assembling the table, carefully monitor the parallelism of all elements in order to ultimately obtain an even structure.

At the final stage, it is necessary to connect all the parts into a single structure, obtaining a table frame. Check it for strength, correct any unevenness, and then glue all connections.

To secure the tabletop:

Place the tabletop on the floor, turning it face down;
Place the frame on top so that the top plugs fit tightly to the tabletop;
Trace the adjacent caps;
Disconnect the plugs from the pipe and screw them to the tabletop in the marked places;
Install the table frame and place the tabletop on it so that all the plugs fall into place.

As a result, you will get an excellent table made of PVC pipes with your own hands. This material is so versatile that you can even make a bow from PVC pipe, which will be quite functional.

Shelving for the garden

After renovation, not only polypropylene pipes may remain in the house, but also metallic profile, from which you can try to make a rack for a summer house without using welding. To work, we only need a tape measure, a pencil, a screwdriver and a hacksaw.

First of all, it is necessary to design the future rack. Draw a diagram on paper, observing all dimensions. Next, you can purchase an additional profile to the existing one, and also find several sheets of plywood 15 mm thick. You can also make a rack from PVC pipes with your own hands, using the diagram for the profile.

Let's look at the manufacturing process using a specific example:

Take the profile and cut it into pieces: 4 vertical posts, 8 front and 8 rear crossbars;
Assemble 4 frames that should become shelves in the future;
Using self-tapping screws, secure the resulting frames to vertical racks;
If you wish, you can screw the rack to the wall and paint it, after which you can lay plywood on the frames to make shelves.

Various interior elements made from PVC pipes

For interior decoration, as well as creating useful designs made of PVC pipes, you can use very short sections of pipes. So, you can make organizers from short pipes, where you can put shoes, writing utensils and other small things in the holes.

You can also easily do wine racks from PVC pipes with your own hands. To do this, simply glue several pipes together and screw the resulting structure to the wall. In a similar way, you can make a glass holder. To do this, just cut the plastic pipe lengthwise and then fix it to the wall. The stem of the glass fits perfectly into the cut hole, and the rigidity of the polymer pipe does not allow it to fall out.

If you don’t have enough space in your home for outerwear, then a hanger made of plastic pipes is an excellent solution to this problem. You can design and assemble such a hanger based on the examples with a table and a children's chair.

In conclusion, I would like to say that plastic pipes are a cheap and lightweight raw material for creating various decorative elements. Any item you create can always be painted, covered with glitter, or decorated various elements, for example, shells glued with glue. Polypropylene rings can also be used for seasonal decoration of the apartment, for example, under New Year You can do wall panel and fill it with New Year's paraphernalia, for example, balls and figures.

As you can see, to create a cozy atmosphere and decorate your apartment, you don’t have to spend a large amount money, because the main thing is creativity, which will allow you to create the desired result with minimal cost.

With skill and a rich imagination, interesting and useful things can be made from any available materials, including plastic pipes.

Plastic pipes of different diameters are sold at any hardware store for quite affordable prices. They are used in the installation of water supply, sewerage, heating, irrigation systems, and after construction or repair, unnecessary trimmings often clog the site, while they can serve as an excellent material for creative crafts.

Don't rush to take it to the landfill construction garbage- we will tell you what can be done from a plastic pipe to turn excess waste into beautiful and functional interior items.

What is good about a plastic pipe?

We will not talk about the direct purpose of the product, but about the convenience of using varieties of plastic pipes specifically as a material for crafts. Plastic pipes are light weight, strong and quite durable. They are dirt-resistant, do not collect dust and are easy to clean. Products made from plastic pipes are safe to use even by small children (they do not break, are not heavy, and do not emit toxins).

For creative works More often they use PVC pipes, which are quite rigid and are easily connected with special nozzles and “adapters”, allowing the creation of collapsible structures. Polypropylene pipes can also be used, but you will need a special one to connect them. welding machine or compression fittings, A finished goods It will no longer be possible to disassemble it.

Methods for connecting pipes in structures

Plastic pipes can be used to make not only convenient household items, but also pieces of furniture. So that such homemade product served for a long time and was reliable in operation, it is necessary to take care of the correct connection of the individual sections. Since the connection of polypropylene pipes has already been said, we will consider the connection of only PVC pipes.

PVC plastic pipes can be connected in the following ways:

into a socket with a rubber seal;
using an adhesive composition;
bolts, drilling holes.

The first connection method is characterized by simplicity, but insufficient rigidity. Before connecting, it is recommended to clean the internal and external surfaces of the pipes at the junction from dust particles and treat the inserted part of the pipe with silicone grease. First, the pipe is inserted into the socket until it stops, after which it is carefully pulled back by 0.7 - 1 cm. Structures assembled in this way can later be dismantled, which is convenient for seasonal products.

The second method of assembling pipes is characterized by reliable fixation and greater labor intensity. Work on connecting parts begins with sanding the mating surfaces of the socket and pipe for better adhesion. Then they must be degreased with methylene chloride. Adhesive composition applied along the entire length of the prepared outer surface of the pipe and 2/3 of the length of the inner surface of the socket. Finally, the pipe is inserted into the socket until it stops and turned a quarter turn. For gluing, you need to press the parts for 1 minute. For good fixation, all operations to connect two segments must be carried out quickly enough. The connected elements are left for several hours until the adhesive composition has completely dried.

The third method is more labor-intensive, as it requires marking and preparing holes, but allows you to obtain collapsible structures with a reliable connection.

For corner joints and connecting several sections at once in one unit, it is convenient to use a variety of fittings. Plastic pipe structures can be of any complexity using numerous tees and fittings. Let's consider useful homemade products in order of increasing difficulty of execution.

Original and functional little things for interior decoration

Our review of interesting ideas reveals the most simple products from a plastic pipe, which even novice DIYers can make. In addition, such crafts will require a minimal amount of material, and in some cases even the shortest scraps can be used.

From scraps of large and medium diameter pipes you can make a convenient and practical organizer for your office or workshop.

There are two possible execution options here:

fastening with self-tapping screws to a wall or table, for which one end of the segment is cut off at an angle - a stationary option;
gluing segments together to form a stable figure - a portable option.

The pieces can be left white or gray, or they can be painted in your favorite color. This organizer is indispensable for schoolchildren and people involved in creativity and handicrafts. With it, everything will always be at hand, and there will be perfect order on the table.

Additional comfort on the desktop will be provided by a drawing tablet and a laptop stand, which can be made from small-diameter polypropylene pipes.

Bookshelves are a special element of the interior. Their presence in a certain way characterizes the owner of the home. Corner shelf in high-tech style will not go unnoticed.

From numerous short scraps of different diameters you can make a patterned frame for a mirror or photograph. It is enough to glue the cut rings together according to a pre-prepared layout, which can be applied to a sheet of cardboard. It could be floral patterns or something abstract. The dimensions of the frame will depend on the amount of suitable material.

Large diameter trimmings can be used to create a comfortable shoe shelf with numerous compartments. This design will not take up much space in the hallway and will ensure that shoes are stored properly and quick search the right pair. The elements are connected using glue or self-tapping screws. To secure the shelf to the wall, you can use a plywood sheet to which the assembled shelf is first glued.

Some crafts made from PVC pipes will really appeal to lovers of fresh flowers. This reliable flower stand is easy to make and looks nice.

For production flower pots Small scraps of sewer pipes are well suited for replanting or breeding indoor pets. Showing your imagination, such pots can be decorated with colored paper, paint or bright stickers.

Elongated cylinders of medium diameter are easy to make stylish vase for artificial flowers and dried flowers. If you approach the implementation of this idea creatively, it may turn out original gift for a significant event.

Another extraordinary idea for the interior - homemade lamps in techno style. There are a lot of design options, but they all adhere to the principle of minimalism: no unnecessary details.

Using unused scraps, you can also make useful things for the hallway or corridor: a hanger for clothes and bags and a holder for garbage bags.

Crafts made from plastic pipes for the playground

From PVC pipes you can make many crafts for children's entertainment in the yard: educational mat, playpen, swing, sled, football goal, playhouse, outdoor shower and theater screen.

A very useful design for kids is a playpen made of PVC pipes.

Children will be delighted with the lightweight swing, which instantly dries out after a warm summer rain.

On winter walks homemade sled will be the most reliable and fastest. The design turns out to be quite complex, but with the help of practical videos you can figure it out.

For active games in the yard, you can make safe football goals from leftover plastic pipes.

Many children often dream of their own castle in miniature. Making childhood dreams come true is quite simple and not at all expensive. The frame is made very quickly. All that remains is to select a beautiful dense material for the roof and walls, and the house is ready!

The following structure will help you cool down on a hot summer day. Such an open shower will be a joy not only for children, but also for adults.

You can make a theater screen from polypropylene pipes. It is enough to collect 3 frames, connect them together and cover them with beautifully decorated curtains. Home theater develops Creative skills children and creates good conditions for a fun time.

We update the interior economically: furniture made of plastic pipes

DIY crafts made from plastic pipes can occupy a key place in the interior. Craftsmen share many extraordinary solutions, allowing you to significantly save your family budget. Let's highlight the brightest of them.

The most common and sought-after piece of furniture is a chair. Using sections of plastic pipes and connecting elements, you can make high-quality chairs different types: children's, folding for hiking and fishing, chairs and even high chairs.

Having mastered the assembly technique a little, you can proceed to more complex structures. Neat two-tier baby crib made of polypropylene pipes - good alternative For country house or cottages, when buying a ready-made crib is too expensive. Moreover, when the kids grow up, the material can be used to make other useful crafts.

Glass Coffee table with PVC pipe base on next photo It can hardly be called an amateur homemade product, since it looks like a designer's work.

Another one original idea- shelving for the hallway or living room. Having independently designed a rack with the right amount shelves of the required size, you don’t have to waste time shopping in search of something suitable.

Useful crafts for a country house and cottage

Unused and surplus building materials will definitely be used for summer cottage. Crafts made from plastic pipes for the dacha will make it much easier gardening work, will make your vacation more comfortable and help you avoid large material costs. At the same time, the designs look neat and stylish.

Small pieces and a few tees can make a nice clothes and towel rack. It is easy to clean and does not corrode.

Relaxing by the pool or in the shade of the garden is impossible to imagine without a sun lounger. The photo shows a chaise lounge made entirely of plastic pipes, but it can also be combined with dense material.

Carport is another one useful application PVC pipes. It will protect your vehicle not only from rain, but also from the scorching summer sun.

Often used for garden decoration garden arch, which can also be made of plastic pipes. In its design appears new element- bent arches. You can bend the pipes for an arched vault by heating with a gas burner or boiling water. You can also put the pipe on metal rod and, sticking one end into the soil, bend it in an arc. This method requires some physical effort.

Simple and light gazebo will decorate the garden and protect from the sun and light rain. For the presented option, it is enough to attach waterproof raincoat fabric to the pipes and bend them on the reinforcing bars. To make the structure reliable, you need to ensure that the rods are well fixed in the soil.

The range of applications for plastic pipes is truly enormous and is limited only by your imagination and needs. Needed small woodshed, gate, cart or fishing rod stand - take required amount pipes and bring your idea to life.

It is easy to make a convenient chicken feeder from sewer pipes. It makes it very convenient to add grain without entering the pen. Chickens cannot rake grain in such feeders, which saves feed.

A small greenhouse at your summer cottage can also be made from plastic pipes. The simplest option: do rectangular frame and cover it with film or agrofibre.

A more serious structure - a seasonal greenhouse - will require more time and material. It is better to connect elements with bolts, so that it is possible to disassemble the structure into pieces. winter period. The optimal shape of the greenhouse is arched. To create it, the ends of the pipes are placed on half-meter metal rods driven into the sides of the future greenhouse every meter. The size of the greenhouse depends on the planned use. The greenhouse can be installed on a foundation or on the ground. Film, polycarbonate or agrofibre can be used as a covering material.

Plastic sewer pipes can also become a container for growing flowers, herbs and vegetables. Very often they are used to create vertical vegetable gardens.

To fence the area, you can use a low fence made of plastic pipes, which is durable and requires minimal maintenance (it does not need to be painted annually).

The use of plastic pipes is not limited to the ideas presented. This material is so versatile and easy to assemble (it is easy to cut, bend, has a variety of connecting parts) that it is simply impossible to ignore it in your home workshop.

Very often situations arise in which it is necessary to solve the problem of drying clothes. Today we’ll talk about the problem in small summer cottages or during outdoor recreation. In these cases, very often you have to face the fact that it is impossible to place a stationary dryer due to lack of free space.

In such cases, portable dryers come to the rescue. You can buy them ready-made, or you can make them yourself, which will be much cheaper and more interesting. One option for making a portable clothes dryer is using PVC plastic pipes. This unique material, which can be used not only for assembling plumbing systems, but also for arranging various furniture items.

Let's talk about pipes

On the Internet you can find quite a lot of products that can be made from plastic material. If we talk about a summer cottage, then such design options as all kinds of shelves, folding chairs, dryers and even greenhouse frames are possible. This is not the entire list for the manufacture of which PVC pipes can be used.

Even a children's highchair can be made from plastic pipes

The question often arises: is it possible to make similar products from polypropylene pipes? Of course yes. But there are some nuances. Firstly, the products will have grey colour, and secondly, to connect them you will need a soldering iron.

But still I would like to note the advantages of PVC pipes:

products made from them have a beautiful aesthetic color;
simple and convenient to connect, like a Lego set;
If you do not use glue for joining, you will get a collapsible structure, which is very convenient for transportation.

Propylene material does not have such features.

If the goal is to make a strong single structure, then glue is used to connect the elements.

Features of working with PVC pipes

Adhesive for PVC pipes

In the manufacture of any product, accurate measurements and correct cutting of the plastic are required. Otherwise, we can only talk about a pitiful semblance of furniture.

So that the result of the work pleases and lasts for a long time, you must adhere to some rules when working with pipes:

measure the required length of pipe using a tape measure and mark it with a marker;
make a small incision in the marked place using a knife;
Next, carefully fixing the pipe in a vice, we cut the pipe using a hacksaw.

A pipe cutter for plastic pipes is also used for this operation.

Pipe cutter for plastic pipes

In order for connections to be made easily, the cut should be made at a right angle.

Then sand the cut to prevent chips or nicks.

If a curved part is required, the smoothness of the lines is achieved by heating the material with a gas burner, then giving it the desired shape by hand and leaving it to harden for a while.

If the household does not have a gas burner, then heating can be done over a regular gas stove.

Clothes dryer - step by step instructions

You can choose the shape of the dryer at will

Let's look at how to make a portable clothes dryer from plastic pipes with your own hands. Appearance The dryer being manufactured resembles an easel. To make it you will need:

pieces of plastic pipe of different lengths;
two connecting corners;
several tees (their number is exactly twice the number of drying jumpers);
two clamps for fastening pipes.

The dryer consists of two parts rectangular shape the same length, but different widths. The width of the second rectangle should be 10 cm smaller. The width of the product itself should be determined to your taste based on conditions such as the amount of laundry and the stability of the dryer. For an example of a simple clothes dryer on a radiator, see this video:

The clothes dryer is ready. When drying clothes, it is installed in the shape of the letter “l”, and clothes are hung on the crossbars. It is very convenient in the household. When it rains, it can be quickly moved under a canopy. For the secrets of quick and smooth fitting of tubes, watch this video:

As you can see, making a dryer from plastic pipes is very easy, quick and interesting. Thanks to the positive characteristics of this material such a product will last quite a long time, since the plastic is not susceptible to corrosion and does not require periodic repairs.