Do you have old chairs that are neglected and beyond repair? Repurpose them into quirky planters using these DIY Chair Planter Ideas!
Don’t let your old chairs go to waste. Transform them into unique accent planters to amp up your curb appeal. These upcycling projects are easy to do and require minimal supplies.
DIY Chair Planter Ideas
1. Quick and Inexpensive Shabby Chair Planter
Learn how to turn an old patio rocker into a shabby planter using this detailed tutorial. It’s an easy repurposing project that anyone can do with basic DIYing skills.
Supplies
- Old Chair with hollow seat
- Chicken Wire
- Wire Snippers
- Burlap Coffee Sack
- Staple Gun and Staples
- Plants
- Potting Soil
- Mulch
- Spray Poly Coat or Water Sealer
- Garden or Work Gloves
2. DIY Delightful Chair Planter Garden
Save your old, unwanted, or unused wooden chair from ending up in a landfill by upcycling it into a peculiar succulent planter. You only need 1 hour 30 minutes for this project.
Supplies
- Old Chair
- Coconut Fiber Liner
- Decorative Chain
- Potting Soil
- Plants
- Spray Paint
- Staple Gun
- Pliers
3. DIY Red-Painted Wooden Chair Planter Idea
Make your porch the focal point of your property with this red chair planter. You can also place this amazing green display on your balcony or patio.
Supplies
- Wooden Chair
- Drill
- Drill bit
- Jig saw
- Sandpaper
- Spray paint (color of your choice)
- Wood sealer
- Paintbrush
- Soil
- Potted plant
4. Spring DIY Upcycled Chair Planter
If you’ve ever come across an old abandoned chair on a street corner, give it a new lease of life with this repurposing project. Not to mention, it’s the best way to show off your DIYing skills.
Supplies
- Old Chair
- Hammer and Nails
- Shims
- Primer and Spray Paint
- Pot
- Garden Soil
- Flowers
5. Vintage Chair Turned Chic Planter
Give your porch or deck a vintage appeal with lots of greenery with this chair planter. Check out this blog post for the repurposing instructions.
Supplies
- An Old Wooden Chair
- Dollar Store Moss
- Square Basket
- A Potted Planter
- Acrylic Paints and Paintbrush
- Wire Cutter and Plier
- Scissors
6. Easy DIY Chair Planter
If turning trash into treasure is your specialty, this chair planter project is only for you. The best part? This makeover idea is quick and easy to accomplish.
Supplies
- Old Chair
- Burlap Plant Liner
- Coco Fiber Plant Liner
- Staple Gun
- Potting Soil
- Flowering Plants
7. Old Metal Chair Planter Idea
Spice up the appearance of your flowering specimen with this metal chair planter. You only need a few supplies and an hour or two for this project.
Supplies
- Old Broken Chair
- A Potted Planter
- Drill/drill bit
- Spray Paint
- Jigsaw
8. Chair to Garden Planter and Display Shelf
Follow this article to convert a regular chair into a planter and wall-mounted shelf to display your favorite plants. It’s an excellent addition to a bare spot in your garden or backyard.
Supplies
- A Wooden Chair
- Scrap Wood
- Garden Fabric Liner
- Staple Gun
- Jigsaw or Handsaw
- Paint