Old ladders are so easy to find. Chances are you have one in your garage or you can probably find one {or ten} at ReStore or a local thrift store. I even found a fabulous vintage ladder in a neighbor’s trash pile. And the best thing about old ladders {besides the fact that they’re usually made from chippy wood and are covered in drops of paint} is that they can be upcycled into really great, really practical things. I’ve rounded up 11 ways to repurpose a ladder. Read them all, pin the post, and then be on the look-out for your own vintage ladder!
You can use an old ladder as a towel rack {indoors or outdoors} …
… or use it to store magazines.
An old ladder makes unique shelving.
It’s also a great way to create a wardrobe …
… and there are so many different ways to achieve that wardrobe.
A ladder also makes a fun shoe rack …
… and a neat display shelf.
A drying rack is a great way to use an old ladder …
… and an old ladder makes a really cute photo display.
Turn an old ladder into a pot rack …
… or take it outdoors and create a trellis!
How would you repurpose an old ladder?
To see more fun and fabulous repurposed ideas, check out the links below.
All great ideas! I’m thinking about using a ladder in our master bathroom to hold towels. We weren’t able to make a linen closet happen for that space so we’ll need something!
Oh such great ideas Randi! Love the one with the little photos hanging off of it!
You had me with the shoes. LOVE!
I love using ladders for decor and you picked out so many great ideas! Love these.
I love these ideas!! Ladders are so fun and versatile!