When a neighbor tore out a deck and left the pieces on the curb, RMSer Chicago Recycler had the materials for her porch redo. She built this table out of the 2x12s (top) and 4x4s (legs), using scrap 2x4s for the supporting structure, and she gave it an antique mahogany stain. She also built the benches at each end, using a nailhead finish to secure the cushion fabric. To dress up the blank wall, she built a faux fireplace out of the scrap wood.
The creators of these amazing outdoor projects saw value in discarded, ultra-cheap items and sweat equity. The result? Cozy chairs, unique container gardens, garden art, potting benches, tool sheds and more.