Inventive Ways to Re-Use Old PVC Strip Curtains
Do you have some old PVC strip curtains which you no longer need? If this is the case, then they are probably just gathering dust. Worse – you might decide to simply throw them away! There are lots of inventive ways in which you can reuse those strip curtains, however, so think about trying one of these out. You’ll soon bring new life to your old PVC, which is durable enough to be used again and again!
Shower curtains
If you hang up your PVC strip curtains on a shower rail, then you will instantly have a new shower curtain. You can hang them up all the way around the bath to create a “wall” which you can easily slip through, and which is nonetheless capable of keeping the floor dry. The heavy curtains won’t let water push them aside, but for you, they will be light enough to move easily. This makes them the perfect material for a shower curtain. Plus, they are already the right length and formation to become a new type of curtain!
Plant markers
If you have a strong pair of scissors and a waterproof marker pen, then your PVC curtains could find a new lease of life in several pieces. First, cut each strip into much smaller pieces which are only a couple of inches wide and 5 or so inches tall at most. Then you can write the name of the plant onto this marker. Push it into the soil beside the plant and it will stay upright. What’s more, this durable plastic won’t succumb to the elements any time soon.
Cat flaps
Ever wanted to make DIY cat flaps? PVC strip curtains can be repurposed for kitty, as they function much in the way that they do for humans: strong enough to keep out cold air and undesirable pests, weak enough for the cat to push through them easily. You can also repurpose large strip curtains for any smaller space by simply cutting them down. They could make a partition in a fridge or freezer, shield a doorway, cover a window which is often left open, or so on.
Upcycled jewellery
You can make something beautiful out of even something as plain as a PVC stip curtain. Just take a look at Etsy, Pinterest, or any other kind of site where makers are sharing their creations. You might be amazed to see what they can come up with! PVC is easy to work with because it is durable, clear, and can be bent into any desired shape. You could turn it into round discs like oversized beads, turn thin strips into materials for weaving or plaiting, or so forth. The sky is the limit so long as you have a little creativity and some jewellery-making tools! If you don’t want to keep it for yourself, you can sell it on to others.
Mini greenhouse
Why not construct a minature greenhouse for your plants to flourish? Use a metal or wooden frame to create the structure, and then hang your PVC strips from the sides. Depending on how small it is, you could use entire strips as walls, or rely on the strong material to create walls made from several strips. This could be a great space to nurture exotic or delicate plants, as well as growing your own vegetables in a controlled environment. You could place it outside in the garden, or store it inside your garage – either way, the PVC will regulate temperature and keep out pests.
Drop cloths
Are you about to redecorate? You need to protect your floors and furniture, and most people would probably recommend using a bedsheet. The problem with this is that you have to ruin a bedsheet to do it! Alternatively, you could use something you already have: your spare PVC strip curtains. Lay them out in such a way that they are tightly fitted next to each other to avoid movement. The best part is that they are easy to clean, so you can still use them again once you have wiped the paint drips away.
There are so many ways to reuse strip curtains which go beyond our list. Don’t limit your creativity!
