If you’ve recently renovated your bathroom and have leftover PVC pipe, don’t toss it out or throw it in the attic. Aside from the functional uses of the pipe, like irrigation and plumbing, there are more creative ways to use it around the home. It’s one of those ordinary construction materials that’s cheap to buy, simple to find, and easy to work with; therefore, it’s the perfect material for a variety of DIY projects. With some creativity and a little bit of elbow grease, you can create a smart storage solution for your hairdryer or a chic succulent planter. Here are some of our favorite creative uses for PVC pipe in the bathroom.
Hairdryer Storage
If you live with a woman, or are one yourself, chances are there’s some hair devices stored throughout your bathroom. Whether it’s a blow dryer under the sink, a hair straightener on the counter, or a curling iron in the cabinet, you can use old PVC pipes to keep them safe and well organized. The shape of a PVC pipe connector makes it the perfect place to store your hair dryer or flat iron. If you’d rather not stare at ugly, white PVC pipe, paint the pipe your favorite color or design it so it blends in with the rest of your bathroom’s décor.
Bathroom Mirror Frame
Do you have a mirror in your bathroom and want to refresh its look without spending tons of cash on an expensive frame? You can take a PVC pipe, cut it into rings, and make a frame for your mirror. You can use pipes of different thicknesses and sizes, and mix and match different colors for a more bohemian look. Decide the layout before you cut the pipes, and don’t forget to sand the edges before gluing the pieces together and creating the frame. The only materials you’ll need are a hand saw, PVC pipe, and adhesive. For a step-by-step guide, check out the Better Homes and Gardens’ tutorial.
Countertop Organizers
If you’re anything like the rest of us, your bathroom countertops are likely cluttered with toothbrush tubes, makeup supplies, and other bathroom accessories. Fortunately, old PVC pipe painted in a bright, beautiful color is an easy and cost-effective way to organize your bathroom countertop. Simply use a hand saw to cut the pipe in random lengths, spray paint them in your favorite color, arrange them in a manner you’re happy with, cover the bottom with cardboard, and voila! You have yourself an effective and unique way to store and display your bathroom necessities. If you end up liking this storage option, you can use it in the office or kitchen, too!
Succulent Planter
Succulents or fresh flowers displayed on a bathroom vanity countertop are not only pleasing to the eyes, but it can help improve indoor air quality. Since succulents tend to have shallow roots, the DIY pots don’t have to super long in order to get the job done. Choose the best option for your space- long pipes are ideal if you have a lot of vertical space on your counter, while shorter PVC pieces can easily be substituted for pots or vases. To take the personalization a bit further, use a sharpie or spray paint to decorate the DIY pots or planters.
Bath Toys
If your child loves playing in the bath (and you don’t mind the “mess”) you can use PVC pipe to build them some unique toys to play with while in the tub. Simply get some PVC pipe elbows and T’s, fix them to the wall with suction cups, and arrange them in different ways. Since the suction cups aren’t permanent, your child can easily move them around whenever they want something new. They can create a complex snake shape, pour water in from the top, and wait until the water falls out of the bottom.