If you've ever owned a car, chances are you had to change the tires at least once, leaving you with a dilemma as to what to do with old tires. Thankfully, the times of burning used tires in your yard are long forgotten, and if there's no tire recycling facility near you, these DIY projects can help you to give them a second life.
We have put a list of tire upcycling ideas for your inspiration. Sure, you'll find the good old tire swing here, but also some unexpected chairs, steps, dog bed, and garden decoration ideas.
Research indicates that tires will slowly leach toxic chemicals into the surrounding environment, but many of these studies describe long-term effects when exposed to the elements. It's probably a good idea to refrain from using them to plant edible plants, but many other applications should be OK, especially if they will be covered in some way or won't be touched too often.
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Tire Dog Bed
It is stated not to use them as planters for edible plants. Then why would one muse them for a dog bed. The dog could Che's on them and the toxic fumes would be right next to the dog.
Intricate Tire Lamps
You're only issue I have with these are that ties tend to carry a strong odor not conducive to being indoors.
Tire Mirror Frame
Garden Tire Table
Tire Garden Stairs
I wish they had painted them first. I have seen better applications but the idea is solid.
Minion Tire Scarecrow
Tire Planter
Shredded Tire Armor
Tire Umbrella Stand
Tire Playground
Almost everything at the playground in my elementary school was made from tires. Even tire dragon scupltures we could climb!
Upcycled Tire Recycling Trash Bins
Tire See Saw...reclaimed Wood, And Hand Painted.
Tire Garden Furniture Set
Tire Outdoor Furniture
Tires For Building Houses
Totally awesome. I hope when more advanced civilizations view us and all we're doing to destroy the Planet, they will take into account our burgeoning creativity and capacity for love and compassion when they decide if we get to go on.
Simple Tire And Yarn Coffee Table
Tire Christmas Wreath
OMG my mother-in-law will hate this! I'M MAKING ONE! (evil hand rub)
Tire Chandelier
Car Tire Wall In Our Earthship Home
Tire Swan
#36 Tires Coffee Table Storage
"will Chair"
I've read that older tires can release toxic chemicals into the ground which can be absorbed into the plants. It's best to use newer, uncut/undamaged tires when planting vegetables. So please be aware when you plant using tires :-)
Just a question....I find that tires have a strong smell to them. I dont see issues with outside, but how are they indoors? Some are so cute!
Much like the particle board furniture bought and sold at disc stores...you want to seal the rubber with a polybased seal.
They all look great when they are new but some , like the swans lose their shape in the weather and look like a dump.
I've read that older tires can release toxic chemicals into the ground which can be absorbed into the plants. It's best to use newer, uncut/undamaged tires when planting vegetables. So please be aware when you plant using tires :-)
Just a question....I find that tires have a strong smell to them. I dont see issues with outside, but how are they indoors? Some are so cute!
Much like the particle board furniture bought and sold at disc stores...you want to seal the rubber with a polybased seal.
They all look great when they are new but some , like the swans lose their shape in the weather and look like a dump.