Wooden crates make some of the sturdiest and most effective shipping containers in business today. They are designed to move materials from Milwaukee to New York and all over the world if necessary, as they are made from strong and long lasting wood. In fact, when a crate is no longer needed for shipping purposes, it can be recycled into a number of useful and attractive household items. Let’s check out a few things you can do with your imagination and a crate or two made from wood.
Tables
With so many people today going for the “rustic” look, an old crate will fit right in. Some of these containers can simply be turned upside down to make an interesting coffee or end table. In fact, a crate can be the perfect “eclectic” addition to a room.
If the wood is rough, it may be a good idea to sand it down. This will keep kids and pets from being injured by splinters. You can also use varnish or a polyurethane finish, and to make sure your new furniture fits your color scheme you may want to seal and paint. With wooden crates, any color is a good choice.
Toy Boxes
If you are painting a crate for a child’s room, consider using bright and shiny colors. To create a mobile toy box, add some wheels. You can find a good set from many old things and if there is an old junk or salvage yard near your Milwaukee neighborhood, there may be several excellent selections for wheels. You also can purchase a new set of castor wheels for reasonable prices.
Storage cabinets
Wooden crates can make excellent storage cabinets, if you have access to several of the same size containers. Construction is very simple. All you need to do is stack the wood boxes one atop the other with the openings facing out, and attach them with screws or small nails. Consider adding feet or rollers to the bottom. You can finish your new cabinet if you like but it really isn’t necessary. This could be the perfect display cabinet for vintage collectibles and antiques in your lovely Milwaukee home.
Mobile Flower Pot Containers
Do you have problems moving your large plant pots around? They can be very heavy and it can be hard on the back and legs. Take a large wooden crate, finish and paint and add whatever kind of wheels you like. You won’t have to strain and lift to move your plants around. For very large pots, consider adding a handle to your new plant vehicle.