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How To: Turn a Ladder into a Colorful Plant Stand or Bookshelf

by on Feb 21, 2013

Give plants (or books!) a fun new place to hangout with this clever idea: retrofitting a ladder for wooden shelves! It’s an inexpensive and unique DIY project that can work in a variety of spaces.     

Customize the color to fit your decor or go wild with a bold pattern — however you paint it is up to you! Before you start adding some personal flair, though, check out how to add wooden shelves (and make them sturdy) over on A Beautiful Mess!

2 Comments

  1. Suzi

    I have been wanting to make a ladder shelf since I saw this post. Just found an older ladder at the Habitat for Humanity restore. Thanks for the economical project idea.