20 Awesome DIY Projects Using PVC Piping

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PVC has far more uses than coated fabrics. Its used in a variety or projects and tasks, including construction projects, household plumbing, greenhouse irrigation and more. Normally, you would think of this kind of material as a practical resource, but as it turns out, it can also be a very practical supply for DIY projects as well.

 Below are 20 awesome projects you can put together using PVC pipe, ranging from festive decorations, handy household items, creative games, and even some inventive storage. The best part? If any of these projects inspire you, you can easily pick up a ton of PVC from your local hardware store at extremely reasonable prices. So put the yarn and glue sticks aside: DIY just got more fun and inventive with PVC!

#1. DIY a festive holiday wreath using PVC pipes, ornaments, and paint.

DIY a festive holiday wreath using PVC pipes, ornaments, and paint.

#2. Use PVC pipes to separate your wine in an awesome wine rack.

Use PVC pipes to separate your wine in an awesome wine rack.

#3. Spray paint small PVC pipes gold to create awesome, cheap napkin wrings.

Spray paint small PVC pipes gold to create awesome, cheap napkin wrings.
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#4. Build a cool little play arena with hanging toys for your baby to enjoy.

Build a cool little play arena with hanging toys for your baby to enjoy.

#5. Construct an elevated dog cot with PVC pipes for legs.

Construct an elevated dog cot with PVC pipes for legs.

#6. Use PVC pipes to keep your tape rolls and ribbons organized.

Use PVC pipes to keep your tape rolls and ribbons organized.

#7. Cut a slot in a PVC pipe to store garbage bags effectively.

Cut a slot in a PVC pipe to store garbage bags effectively.

#8. Paint red stripes on some PVC "pins" for an awesome game of bowling that your kids will love.

Paint red stripes on some PVC "pins" for an awesome game of bowling that your kids will love.

#9. Use a PVC pipe to make an epic nozzle that shoots water from the outdoor hose.

Use a PVC pipe to make an epic nozzle that shoots water from the outdoor hose.

#10. Construct a tent to use as a cozy reading corner for your child.

Construct a tent to use as a cozy reading corner for your child.

#11. Use pieces of PVC to store handled tools in your garage.

Use pieces of PVC to store handled tools in your garage.

#12. Upcycle some PVC into an awesome an abstract lampshade.

Upcycle some PVC into an awesome an abstract lampshade.

#13. Turn your backyard into an outdoor water park with PVC.

Turn your backyard into an outdoor water park with PVC.

#14. Use a PVC stand to keep your hose organized and untangled.

Use a PVC stand to keep your hose organized and untangled.

#15. Use curved PVC and a mesh cover to keep animals out of your garden.

Use curved PVC and a mesh cover to keep animals out of your garden.

#16. Keep your family's bikes organized with this PVC rack.

Keep your family's bikes organized with this PVC rack.

#17. Use different sizes of PVC to create this awesome garden trellis.

Use different sizes of PVC to create this awesome garden trellis.

#18. Store your hot hairstyling tooks in a piece of PVC.


Store your hot hairstyling tooks in a piece of PVC.

#19. Curve a piece of PVC into a bow to make a fun bow and arrow set.


Curve a piece of PVC into a bow to make a fun bow and arrow set.

#20. Use PVC to create the frame for a photo backdrop.

Use PVC to create the frame for a photo backdrop.

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