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PVC Pipe Projects

March 8, 2021 By Jamie Dorobek 4 Comments

PVC pipe is a magical material that is inexpensive and oh so useful! Here is a list of 35 ways to use PVC pipe to decorate, organize, and entertain the kids. There are PVC pipe projects to organize shoes and yard tools to building lemonade stands and play houses for the kids!PVC pipe projects

How to cut PVC pipe?

There are multiple ways to cut PVC pipe, here are 3 of the most common methods: hand saw, miter saw, or a PVC cutting tool. Regardless of the method, sand paper is necessary to smooth out the plastic fringe that forms when cutting. It is also fair to note that most home improvement stores will make a few cuts for free, so start there! If that doesn’t work try one of these 3 methods:

  1. Hand saw- This method takes more time, but it can be done. For safety and more exact measurements, be sure to secure the PVC pipe.
  2. Miter saw- Secure the pipe under the miter saw and be sure to wear safety goggles. There is no avoiding PVC pipe dust.
  3. PVC cutting tool– If you don’t own power tools, and your home improvement store is too busy to cut the PVC pipe for you, this is by far the next easiest method for cutting PVC pipe up to 1 5/8″ in diameter.

PVC Pipe Furniture

1. Headboard

You would have thought PVC slices make such a fun, modern headboard? For more pictures, check out Hearts and Sharts.

pvc pipe project ideas

2. PVC pipe chairs

These simple chairs are perfect for camping or extra seating outside. Find the detailed tutorial at Simple Simon and Company.

PVC pipe camp chairs

3. Table

Twelve pieces of PVC pipe and a round peice of wood and you’ve got this beauty! To be fair, Bre says it is wobbly, but I think it’s adorable. For more details, check out Bre Purposed.

PVC pipe table

4. Chairs

Adina made 3 different sized chairs out of PVC pipes. Find the full tutorial at The 5th Brick House on the Right.

DIY PVC Pipe chairs

PVC pipe projects

PVC pipe works well for plumbing and wreaths! Who knew? You can use PVC pipe to make everything from movie screens to Christmas ornaments!

5. PVC pipe wreath

This wreath uses different diameter PVC pipe plus 2 door knobs! I love that you can spray paint it any color you’d like and fill the PVC pieces with ornaments. Perfection! See the complete tutorial on Home Depot.

pvc pipe project ideas

6. Mirror

Alecia cut 80 pieces of PVC pipe to create these unique mirrors. Best part? She used a hot glue gun to attach the pieces! For all of the details, check out Thrifty and Chic.

PVC pipe mirror

7. Movie screen

For $122 you can have an outdoor movie theatre screen in your own backyard! For the complete tutorial, check out Wired.

PVC pipe movie screen

8. Lemonade Stand

Turn 1 inch PVC pipe into the cutest lemonade stand! Simple Simon and Company has a tutorial for putting the lemonade stand together and for making the fabric cover.

PVC pipe lemonade stand

9. PVC pipe vase

There is no cutting involved in these PVC pipe vases! All you need are PVC couplings and caps. Both can be purchased at your local hardware store. For more details, check out Karin Jordan Studios.

pvc pipe vase

10. Snowflake wreath

These next two PVC pipe projects are holiday related. First up, a PVC pipe snowflake wreath perfect all winter long! For the complete tutorial, check out Ashbee Design.

PVC pipe wreath

11. PVC pipe ornaments

Add a little whimsy to your Christmas tree with these snowman ornaments. Best part? These are made with pre cut pieces of PVC pipe so no cutting is needed, only a hot glue gun!

DIY Snowman ornaments

PVC pipe toys & games

12. Ladder golf

If you’re looking for an outdoor game to play all summer long, ladder golf is for you! I love that you can spray paint it any color and when summer is over, you can easily take it apart to store until next summer. For the compete tutorial, check out Mom Endeavors.

PVC pipe ladder golf

13. Sensory bin

They used a concrete mixing tub as the bin and added a 1.5″ PVC pipe frame to hold the bin and stand alone. I love that this bin could be used to hold sand, water, or any sensory material for little ones! For more details, check out Life with 2 Little Vikings.

PVC pipe sand box

14. Marshmallow gun

Make a marshmallow gun for less than $1.50 a gun! Find the tutorial at We Love Being Moms.

PVC pipe toys

15. Shuttle launcher

All you need to lunch shuttles is an empty 2 liter bottle and a 2 pieces of PVC pipe. Genius! Find the tutorial at Under the Sycamore.

16. Easel

If you have a budding artist on your hands, this table top easel is perfect! For details, check out Instructables.

17. Soccer goal

This PVC pipe soccer goal cost $13 to make! For the complete tutorial, check out Six Sisters Stuff.

PVC pipe soccer goal

18. Telescopes

These PVC pipe telescopes make the perfect addition to any dress up closet. Best part? The telescope is under a $1.50 each to make, and kids can decorate it to match their mood. For the complete tutorial, check out Obsessively Stitching.

19. Swords

I know a few kids who would love to play sword fight! If you feel like these are to dangerous, consider covering the sword in a pool noodle or foam. Find the tutorial at Frugal Fun for Boys and Girls.

PVC pipe craft ideas

20. DIY sprinkler

Whip up a PVC pipe sprinkler for about $11 to entertain the kids for hours this summer! For more details check out Crafty Sisters.

PVC pipe sprinkler for kids

21. Crazy sprinkler

If you’re looking for a more extravagant sprinkler, check out this PVC pipe sprinkler set up attached to a basketball goal. For more pictures, check out Prairie Daze.

PVC pipe sprinkler

22. DIY Play car wash

Add a misting car wash to the driveway for hours of summer fun.Find the full tutorial at The 5th Brick House on the Right.

DIY car wash for kids

PVC pipe play houses

23. Play house

After you make the PVC pipe skeleton, you can either sew a gorgeous cover or use a simple sheet to make an easy fort for the kids! This adorable playhouse even has a mail slot! For more pictures and details, check out Sweetest Littles.

PVC pipe play house

24. Play house

Use PVC pipe to build the frame of a playhouse and then sew a cover with fabric to cover the frame. Adorable! See tons more pictures at PVC plans.

PVC pipe projects

25. Tent

Jen made her kids an 8′ tall PVC pipe tee pee and it turned out awesome! For the complete tutorial check out Tatortots and Jello.

PVC pipe tent

PVC Pipe Organization

PVC pipe can be used to make furniture, games, and this magical material can also organize all of the things. From PVC pipe shelves that hold shoes, wine, and craft paint to a coat rack, PVC pipe is about to up your organization game.

26. PVC pipe shoe rack

You will need a 6′ x 10′ PVC pipe for this modern PVC pipe shoe organizer. For the complete tutorial, check out Home Stories A to Z.

pvc pipe project ideas

27. Book caddy Craft paint storage

Turn a lazy susan into an adorable book caddy with this tutorial from Apartment Therapy.

PVC pipe book caddy

28. Utensil holder

This PVC pipe utensil holder doubles as a vase and is the perfect addition to your summer BBQ. Find the complete tutorial at Pretty Handy Girl.

29. Umbrella stand

All you need to make this umbrella stand is a single peice of 6″ diameter PVC pipe. Fund the full tutorial at Curbly.

30. Hanging rack

If you live in a small space this PVC pipe hanging rack is perfect. The website is in Finnish, but can easily be translated, check out Weekday Carnival.

31. Bike rack

If you’re looking for an inexpensive free standing bike rack, this PVC pipe masterpeice has you covered. For more details, check out Instructables.

32. Tooth brush holders

Never loose your kids toothbrushes in the trash can again with these simple cabinet hanging tooth brush holders made out of PVC pipe. Find the tutorial at Crafting in the Rain.

pvc pipe project ideas

33. Drawer organizer

Here’s a handy way to clean up your underwear drawer with PVC pipe and spray paint. Cutest drawer organizer I’ve ever seen! Details at Infarrantly Creative.

PVC pipe organization

34. Lawn tool organization

Here is a practical solution for storing lawn tools vertically. Hop over to Ashbee Design for the detailed tutorial.

pvc pipe project ideas

35. Wine rack

The last 2 PVC pipe projects are both wine racks. This PVC pipe wine rack utilizes strips of leather to hold wine bottles. Tutorial originally found at Design Sponge.

pvc pipe craft

36. Wine rack

This simple PVC pipe wine rack is put together with pieces of PVC pipe, epoxy glue and screws. Find a picture tutorial at Adventures in Creating.

PVC pipe wine rack

Have you made anything with PVC pipes? I’d love to hear…

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Comments

  1. Jaclyn says

    February 9, 2022 at 9:04 pm

    I like all the ideas. I have one… how much does it cost to cut 6” tube that is 2 or 3” round in half? And then round the edges. The lighter the weight the better. I created an arm caddy that works wonderful for computer workers. Serious I’ve used mine for 5 years, can’t be with out it.! My wrist before invention was killing me.

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  2. Joy Hansen says

    May 25, 2020 at 3:13 pm

    I am looking for a hanging thing made from PVC pipes that changes shapes as the wind blows. Our whole neighborhood had then years ago and I would like to bring them back.

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  3. randy nelson says

    September 13, 2016 at 1:28 pm

    looking for plans on how to make a 4 ft.tall round Christmas tree frame using pvc. can you help or point me in the right direction? thanks!

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  4. Steph @ Crafting in the Rain says

    August 21, 2014 at 10:57 am

    Thanks for including my toothbrush holders Jamie! We still love them 🙂

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