Don’t throw away old tires considering them as junk. Give your balcony a royal look in these 5 magical ways: – ..

News India Live, Digital Desk: Often, when the tires of old vehicles get worn out, we sell them to scrap dealers or throw them in some corner of the house. But do you know that these old tires can change the look of your boring looking balcony? Nowadays, there is an era of ‘Upcycling’, in which decorating the house with useless things has become a big trend. If you also want to give a new and creative look to your balcony in a low budget, then using old tires is the best idea.

1. Make colorful ‘garden planters’ from tires

Paint old tires a beautiful color (like bright yellow, neon green or pink). After this, place them one above the other or hang them on the wall. By filling the empty space in the middle with soil, you can plant money plant, petunia or colorful flowers in it. This will give your balcony the look of a ‘vertical garden’ which looks very attractive.

2. Comfortable ‘tire ottoman’ or seating

Seats made of tires are best for enjoying evening tea in the balcony. For this, place a round wooden board above and below the tire and wrap it with jute rope from all sides. Place a comfortable cushion on top. It will not only look stylish but will also be quite comfortable to sit.

3. Enjoyment of ‘Tire Swing’

If your balcony is a little bigger, you can make a tire swing with the help of a strong rope. Clean the tire thoroughly, paint it in your favorite color and hang it from a hook on the ceiling. This will become the most favorite corner of the balcony for children as well as adults.

4. ‘Coffee table’ made of tires

Join two tires one above the other and place a round piece of glass (Glass Top) on it. You can also keep some decorative lights or dry flowers inside the tyres. This unique coffee table will add charm to the decor of your balcony. The cost of making it is very less but its look is no less than any expensive furniture.

5. Tire Sandbox or Pet Corner

If you have pets in your house, you can prepare a comfortable bed for them by placing a soft mattress in the middle of the tire. Additionally, wrapping jute rope around the outside of the tire will also act as a great ‘scratching post’ for cats.

Some special tips for decoration

Always use ‘oil paint’ to paint tires so that they do not get spoiled in sun and rain.

If you are making a planter, then make small holes at the bottom for drainage.

By installing ‘fairy lights’ in between the tyres, your balcony will look like a café at night.