There are endless bits and bobs available for constructing cool upcycled projects. But how to make the most of these special materials?
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Reclaimed Wooden Mantlepiece
For the eagle-eyed this wooden mantlepiece may look familiar. It was the windowsill in my old bathroom. I had sanded and cut to fit the space- https://coolupcycled.com/2021/05/31/bathroom/ Upcycled. Used again as a floating mantelpiece with some brackets.

Recycled recycling box planter
Over Christmas I found myself at my mother’s and was exploring her garden. I noticed she was using a recycling box to grow some leaks. Amusingly, I also have such a box in my garden. It used to house a cherry tree, this year was used for some courgettes. Mother like son!

Broomstick handles
How to upcycle a humble broomstick handle? Not quite recycled, although I imagine you could. My demands for them are great and I am not quite sure I could source enough recycled. I buy mine new, around 50, for £25 and use them everywhere. Often to prop trees, but also as cross supports for structures,…

Cable reels
Every time I went into Oxford Wood Recycling I always spotted cable reels, and could think of many things to do with them. The only issue, was how to get them home when you have a small car? Luckily, Oxford Wood Recycling delivers, so when I needed a large order of wood, I added in a…
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