Crafts & DIY
Awesome Ways To Repurpose An Old Ironing Board
Jenny Brown
04.29.16

Ironing boards can be found in nearly every household. While they generally last a long time, there’s clever and awesome ways to repurpose them. Rather than throw away old ironing boards or let them take up space in your home, try some of these neat upcycling ideas.

Book Shelf

The easiest way to use an ironing board is as a bookshelf. Just setup the board, and then place books on top. Add a few plants for an added aesthetic appeal.

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Accent Table

If your ironing board is a wooden one, then you can use it as an accent table that will help bring out hallways. This idea also works with a metal board ,too. Just add a tablecloth that matches the room’s decor.

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Side Table

Because ironing boards are slender, they can be placed practically anywhere. Put it in an empty space and use it a small table.

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Work Desk

Use an ironing board as a makeshift work desk. Rather than always work at your desk, set up an ironing board near the backyard window. Now you can place your laptop down and soak in the sun whenever you like.

Desk

Craft Storage

Drill a few holes into an ironing board and hang it on a wall. This creates a nice storage space for you to store your arts & craft supplies.

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Sewing Storage

If you have a bunch of yarn or spools, then organize and store them using an ironing board. It’s really effective!

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Table Top

Use an ironing board as a table top. Place it on top of a storage unit in your laundry room, Now, you can iron your clothes really easily as it’s always available.

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Jewelry Display

Hang and show-off your jewelry with this neat ironing board storage idea.

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Potted Plants

Use an ironing board to support a few potted plants. This is great for an outdoors patio or backyard.

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Welcome Sign

Nothing makes a house more welcoming than a welcome sign. Paint an ironing board and then paint a friendly message on top.

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Christmas Tree Display

Paint an ironing board green, add ornaments and other decorations, and you have yourself a lovely Christmas-themed hanger.

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