Design a Garden Shelf from Car Tyres

Difficulty: medium

This how-to guide explains the steps to design and build a garden shelf from upcycled car tyres. The project involves cleaning, painting, and assembling materials to create an eco-friendly and functional garden shelf.

Materials Needed

Old car tyres	Buy
Plywood or wooden planks	Buy
Primer	Buy
Paint	Buy
Heavy-duty screws	Buy

Tools Needed

Soap and water	Buy
Brush	Buy
Buckets	Buy
Primer	Buy
Paint	Buy
Paintbrush or spray paint	Buy
Measuring tape	Buy
Saw	Buy
Sandpaper	Buy
Power drill	Buy
Heavy-duty screws	Buy
Brackets (if mounting on a wall)	Buy

Steps

Clean the Tyres
Thoroughly clean the tyres to remove dirt and debris. Scrub them with soap and water and let them dry completely.
Prime and Paint the Tyres
Apply a primer coat to the tyres, and once dry, coat with exterior-grade paint of your choice. Allow the paint to dry completely.
Prepare the Shelving Material
Cut the plywood or wooden planks to the desired size that fits within the tyre interiors. Sand the edges to ensure they are smooth.
Attach the Shelving Material
Insert the cut shelving material into the tyres. Secure them using heavy-duty screws and a power drill. Ensure the shelves are level and stable.
Mount the Tyres and Shelves
Choose a stable location in your garden. You can either mount the tyres on a wall using strong brackets or create a free-standing structure by stacking the tyres securely.
Add Finishing Touches
Decorate the tyres and shelves with additional paint or embellishments as desired. Arrange your garden tools and plants on the shelves.

Design a Garden Shelf from Car Tyres

Materials Needed

Tools Needed

Steps

Recycling Categories

Consumer Goods

Electronics

Organic Waste

Industrial Items