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Have you seen those dreamy rope ottomans on Pinterest? They’re all the rage, especially with a boho decor. When I found out how much the rustic-looking items cost, though, I immediately decided to make a DIY tire ottoman with rope and am very happy with how it turned out!
Not only is this DIY home decor project very thrifty, but it also helps to reduce landfill waste. Because old tires are a major source of pollution unless they are recycled or repurposed.
What’s better than that? I can save money and save the environment, while making a really cool looking footstool!
The great thing about this recycled tire ottoman is that it works both indoors and outdoors. Especially if you seal the rope rather than leaving it unfinished.
This twisted sisal rope is great to use for this project!
It would be perfect to add to my backyard makeover, don’t you think?!
I’ve also made a storage ottoman out of an empty popcorn tin container. It’s perfect for small spaces and extra storage!
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Where can you get a used tire to make this upcycled project? Here are some great places. Keep in mind, businesses might have to pay to recycle a tire due to environmental laws. So they’ll probably be happy to give it to you for free!
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Want to know exactly how to make your very own diy tire ottoman, but have no idea where to start? Follow these exact steps to see how you can make your very own jute rope tire ottoman in just a few hours.
I could spend hours on Pinterest scrolling through pictures of cozy backyards and dreaming of ways how to make my backyard look better. Last year I came across an article where someone used a recycled tire and some jute to make seating in their backyard and I couldn't wait to try it myself!
You are going to learn exactly how to make a diy tire ottoman that can be used inside or outside. I'll even go over the commonly asked question, "how much rope is needed for a tire ottoman?" This was a cheap project that has quickly become one of my favorite DIY's yet!
I'm going to walk you through EVERYTHING I learned so that you will know how to make your diy tire ottoman like a pro.
This post is all about how to make a diy tire ottoman.
Let's start with the basics.
You are going to need tires.
If you don't have old tires laying around, try calling your local garage. More than likely, they have piles of used tires that they would be willing to give to you for free. I called the closest garage to my house and asked them if I could have 4 or 5 used tires for a project I'm working on. They were more than happy to let me take as many as I needed.
Obviously the tires do not need to be in perfect condition, but if it's falling apart and looks like it blew off the car then it's not going to work. Honestly, I just looked for 4 or 5 tires that were about the same size, were not falling apart, and had sides for the MDF to drill into.
Once I got the tires home, I gave them a quick wash with soap and water. This isn't completely necessary, but the ones I got were pretty filthy so I took about 5 minutes to clean them up.
Start by cutting the MDF into circles.
We measured the circle around the rim of the tire to get the diameter. Then, using a compass draw the circle onto the MDF. You can make your own compass with a piece of wood (or string) and a nail like we did in the picture above. Next, use your scroll saw to cut the circle pieces. If you don't have a scroll saw, a jig saw would work as well.
Pro Tip: If you are planning to make more than one diy ottoman, it will probably be cheaper to buy one big piece of MDF. We bought a 4'x8' piece from Lowes and had them cut down to 4- 2'x4' pieces. This made the pieces smaller and easier to handle, but still big enough to make the circles we needed.
Next, drill the circle pieces of MDF into both sides of the tire. We used these 1 1/4" drywall screws from Lowes, but as long as it has a spiral side that will grip into the tire and MDF you will be okay.
To drill the holes, we used a small drill bit to make pilot holes around the MDF. This helps guide the screw into the hole easier. We then used a counter sink bit so the screws would sit flat. Finally, we used an impact driver to drill in the screws. You will want to make sure the screw goes through the tire and grips tightly.
According to some, this step isn't completely necessary. But if you're extra like me and already have the caulk laying around, why not? Don't you want your hard work to last?
If you plan on using your tire ottoman outside, this will have a huge impact on the durability and longevity of it. MDF is not waterproof so applying the water seal will protect it from outdoor weather elements. We used a foam brush to apply the water sealer and it worked perfect. If you don't already have a foam brush laying around, you can get buy a whole pack for super cheap!
When planning this DIY, I also worried about water getting into the center through the seam of where the MDF meets the tire.
Applying a bead of caulk around the edge will prevent water from ever making its way into the tire.
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Next, you can start to glue the jute (aka sisal rope) to the MDF. After trying several different methods, and sizes of jute we found that 1/2" looks and works the best. The 1/2" Twisted 3 Stand, Lightweight Synthetic Rope from Amazon is sturdy, smooth and much better looking than the original jute we purchased from Lowes. The best part is the it doesn't make a mess like most other types of jute either. Surprisingly, it was cheaper than what we found at Lowes too.
These 10" hot glue sticks were perfect for this DIY.
When starting this process, I would glue the jute together in a spiral (like in the picture above).
Then, I would glue that to the center of the board. From there, you can continue the same pattern by gluing as you go.
We used 252' of 1/2" jute for a 17" tire.
Continue wrapping until you reach the bottom base. The base doesn't need wrapped because it's on the bottom and no one will ever see it. Once you are finished cut the rope with sharp scissors and burn the end (to avoid fraying) with a lighter. Then, glue the end piece to the tire.
As I mentioned before, we tried several sizes of sisal rope. The first tire I wrapped (pictured above) using 1/4" rope and it took me over 5 hours. Obviously I knew that wasn't going to work so that's when I ordered the 1/2" rope. I honestly didn't think the bigger rope would look as good, but boy was I wrong! The bigger (1/2") jute not only looked better, but it also only took me about 2 hours to wrap the whole thing!
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Finally, apply a layer of the Thompson's Water Sealer and your diy tire ottoman will be complete! I seriously can't get over how easy these were to make and how cute they turned out! To make a little table, I just stacked one on top of the other.
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For a 17'' tire you will need about 255 feet of 1/2" rope. The smaller the tire, the less rope you will need.
We used (26) 10" glue sticks for a 17" tire. I know, I know, that's a lot of glue! This 5lb box of glue sticks from Amazon was perfect for this DIY and now I have leftover glue for future projects too.
There are different ways to arrange "your" suburban area. Of great interest are the ideas of creating original items from old things that have served their intended purpose.
Craftsmen make furniture from wooden pallets, polypropylene pipes, plastic and wine bottles. New applications are also found for old car tires. They make armchairs, tables, ottomans and even sofas. Practical and durable furniture is used in the garden, for arranging a garage, as an unusual accent in the interior.
Tires can be used uncoated, but more often they are dyed in bright colors, wrapped with jute, sisal, linen, cotton or hemp rope, and pulled with cloth.
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Car tire rubber contains toxic substances and should not be used in a child's room or in a poorly ventilated area.
But even without this, there is enough space for improvement: in the living room of a private house, on the terrace, in the garage and utility room, in the open air.
The simplest thing that can be made from used car tires is comfortable ottomans for relaxing and gathering with friends. They can be in the form of "pills" covered with a thick rope or with fabric upholstery on legs. Consider several manufacturing options.
First, the tire is cross-wrapped diagonally with a thick cord to block the through hole. Then completely cover the circumference. To do this, the rope is twisted in a spiral, starting from the center of the hole blocked by the cord. The rope is fastened with a glue gun.
Alternatively, 2 plywood discs of the appropriate diameter are used to close the holes in the center. They are attached with screws. Next, the structure is wrapped with a thick rope, fixing with hot glue.
You can make a soft ottoman covered in fabric. To begin with, blanks are made from plywood sheet to close the holes. Then a foam strip is glued to the side of the tire around the entire circumference.
Using a screwdriver, screw the plywood disk from below. Next, they cover the tire with a dense cloth, fastening it with a construction stapler. Legs or wheels are screwed to the bottom plywood.
The remaining disk is wrapped with foam rubber and covered with fabric. The resulting cover is placed on top. It can be fixed with glue.
Several fabric-covered ottomans can be used as a cozy seating area.
Two rails are connected with bolts or screws from the inside. Next, the structure is painted or left as is.
A wooden circle made of MDF or chipboard is nailed on top, which is also painted, and soft bedding is laid. Also, a wooden circle can be covered with foam rubber and fabric.
An excellent set will be obtained from high pouffes and a table. The table is made according to the same principle, only its height is twice as large. A casual white paint job while maintaining a contrasting black tread pattern gives the furniture a stylish look.
Small Tire Tires are wide and perfect for making designer craft boxes and storing small items. Their manufacture is similar to the creation of ottomans, only in addition to the outer skin, they also pay attention to the interior decoration.
For the interior, plain fabrics are used, and for the outer sheathing, bright fabrics with patterns and colors are used. Such cute interior items will be a good idea for a business.
Instead of simple pouffes, you can make chairs with a back and armrests. The backrest rail is also attached to bolts or self-tapping screws. Armrests can be made from strong, thick, varnished branches.
When the structure is assembled, proceed to close the holes in the center.
In addition to the methods already mentioned, weaving can be used. To do this, holes are made in a circle with a drill in increments of no more than 5 cm (more often). Later, a strong rope or cord is threaded through the holes with an awl, interlacing each longitudinal row with the transverse ones. You can experiment with the pattern, especially if you have weaving skills.
Bent steel tubes can be used as armrests. And for weaving instead of rope - soft wire.
Single chairs can be turned into a bench by connecting two sections with a common wooden frame.
You can make spectacular designer furniture from tires and improvised materials. Here are some proofs.
"Auto"-chair of 4 tires on a metal or wooden base. In the manufacture, the techniques already described above are used. All elements are connected with bolts.
Low armchairs with upholstered backs in Art Nouveau style will fit perfectly into the interior of a spacious living room. For manufacturing, one tire is cut in half in diameter. This part will serve as the back.
A strip of thick foam rubber is glued inside. In order for the back to be beautifully raised, two slats-racks are nailed in the center.
For the seat, a wooden disk is cut out, sheathed with foam rubber. Then the entire foam rubber is covered with leatherette. Screw the back and seats and the chair is ready!
The next option is done in a similar way. Only for the back is taken a wide tire, which is attached closely, without rails.
For a chair with a high back, thick wooden slats will serve as a support, which are covered with a piece of foam rubber and covered with fabric. As a result, a brutal basis is not even guessed in the product. Everything looks elegant and stylish.
For the garden, an armchair with a wooden back is left unupholstered.
Even without painting, it looks very aesthetically pleasing.
As a backrest, several tires connected together and placed on edge can be used. They can be attached to the tire serving as a seat using cables or elastic springs. Further tricks for converting waste material into a comfortable resting place can be suggested to you by fantasy or our good example.
Another interesting option for a chair for a private house made of a large tire. In this case, a segment is cut out in the tire, a soft seat is arranged below, and the inner walls are sheathed, and they serve as a back. A stylish combination of materials and a selection of trendy prints will allow you to get an excellent youth chair for watching TV.
Sofa requires car and mini truck tires. Solid tires are used for the base, and cut-off sectors for the back and sides.
Eco-leather or coarse wear-resistant fabric can be used as upholstery. Such a sofa can be placed in the garage or on the spacious terrace of a private house.
Tires are also used to create an unusual coffee table. There are many ideas: on wheels, with or without legs, with a glass or wooden surface, painted or natural.
Gold-plated version with chrome legs and glass top looks harmonious if it matches the color background of the interior.
With wood top and wenge legs, perfect for classic style. The legs are screwed to the lower wooden disk, and the table top is fixed with hot glue.
The rail can also be used as a round washbasin base. Thus, you can equip a bathroom in a private house or an open washstand in the country.
The selected ideas show the wide range of applications of car tires in the creation of original home and garden furniture. Having mastered the basic principles, you can develop your project and surprise with new ideas.
Good afternoon, dear subscribers of the construction portal - StroyVopros.
net. With this lesson, we continue step-by-step guides aimed at improving the suburban area, as well as its design. Today we will analyze how to make an ottoman from tires with your own hands.
Do-it-yourself ottoman from a tire
Rope twine
Necessary tools to create a puff from a tire
We drill holes in the plywood and in the tire
Attaching the plywood sheet to the rail
By the way, please note that the plywood sheet is attached on both sides, because we will attach roller legs to the bottom of our ottoman, which will move our ottoman on wheels.
Starting to lay the twine
We start laying the twine in the shape of a snail
When the cover is glued on, we proceed to glue the tire
Turn the tire over and start laying the rope from below
Tire ottoman is almost ready
