DIY Storage Box From Recycled Materials

MISSION: No more mess!

I needed the storage box for my bathroom to put on the washing machine, because very often in this place mess has been accumulated.

Why buy a ugly plastic box, if I have garage full of materials for recycling?

So, i decided I'll Do It mYself.

It should be good, reliable construction and besides, eco&stylish ;)

Step 1: Materials

• wood screws

• wood glue (like vicol, titenbond, et.c.)

• some pieces of particle board, plywood (from old furniture) or floorboard

• (optonal: bamboo sticks form old bamboo blind)

• old wood blinds (IKEA Lindmon)

Step 2: Tools

• hand drill

• jigsaw

• measuring tape

• sandpaper with holder

• carpenter's square

• some clamps

Step 3: Determine the Dimensions and Then DESIGN

As I mentioned I needed a box to place on the washing machine.

You may need something else, so personally adjust the dimensions.

Step 4: Cutting...

When you know the dimensions, the comes a time for cutting...

Remember to proper determine the dimensions of the plates.

Check out twice before cutting. Murphy's laws are working! ;)

Step 5: Assembling...

...with some glue and screws.

Step 6: Outer Layer...

Glue of the outer, decorative layer (from old blinds)...

Step 7: Another Cutting

Cut the protruding ends. After that use sandpapers.

Step 8: Bamboo Covers

Optional You can make a bamboo edge cover.

The most difficult stage was cut along a bamboo stick, but finally I did it with a kitchen knife.

You can do it too. You only need a lot of patience and ...a lot of patience;)

Step 9: Paint

I used waterproof gloss varnish for wood.

Step 10: Necesary Extras

At the end I installed the hinges, furniture dumper and handle.

Step 11: DONE!

MISSION COMPLETE.

Now I can keep things in order ;)

Comments

[brenSt]

Pretty decent. I was just wondering how does it open?

[Rian_C]

Hello, after long time I finally updated this instructable, I hope now all be clear and You don't need wondering how does it open;)

Have a nice day!

[tomatoskins]

I love the look of those blind veniers! Great job!

[seamster]

Nicely done, this looks like a great storage box!