There were probably milk crates laying around the house sometime in your life, but you didn’t know what to do with them except use them to store junk or just throw them away. You can actually turn them into something more useful. In a world of possibilities, here are ten ways you can repurpose and reuse milk crates!
Toy Box
Milk crates are great for clearing clutter. To turn one into a toy box, just paint the crate your desired color and add a decorative lid. You can even get the kids to help decorate the lid for a fun family project!
Tree Swing
Cut a hole in one of the sides of the crate. Tie ropes to each side, add a safety belt, and tie it to a sturdy branch. Who knew a milk crate could be this much fun!
Night Stand
Paint two crates to match the scheme of the room and stack them together to have an interesting yet practical night stand. There’s even space to store your books!
Pet Lounge
Simply cushion up the sides of a milk crate and let your pets enjoy their new office.
Milk Crate Chandelier
Chandeliers are luxurious; milk crates not so much. Combine the two to create a cool light source. First securely attach 9 boxes together (zip ties would work) then four boxes the same way. Leave one box for the bottom. Hang them from the ceiling and add a light bulb to each crate.
Shelves
Milk crates can be stacked to make economic shelves. Also try arranging them in different styles such as shown in the photo. Use nails to hang them form the wall then add all your books and knickknacks.
Planters
Since the crates have holes in them, they make wonderful planters because excess water can just seep out. Line the crates with cheesecloth or fabric so the dirt doesn’t fall through. Lining them also makes it easy to transfer plants.
Stool
Simply add a cushion to the top of a crate and you have yourself a stool! 
Bicycle Seat
Another one for the kids! Cut a hole in the box big enough for a child’s legs to fit through. Also consider adding safety belt. Then attach it onto the back of a bike and go on an adventure together!
Storage Bin
Cover milk crates in fabric and they instantly make become more appealing storage bins. You can also line the inside with a different fabric to make it look neater.
Milk crates are so versatile! Comment below some other ideas that milk crates can be used for!
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