Make a Chair from on Old Barrel

Use a found object to make functional furniture

It doesn't take much imagination to turn a barrel into a chair—all you have to do is sit on it, and voila! But it does take imagination to turn a barrel into a chair that you want to sit on.

Instructables' contributor Monkeybrad presents great instructions on how to take a 55 gallon barrel and turn it into a cool, modern looking arm chair.

You can add your own style and flair by sewing up some unique cushions or upholstering it with found fabrics, and you'll have yourself a comfy new piece of furniture made the green way.

There are other cool found material options for making chairs, including street signs and road blocks. Keep your imagination open, and you'll have a set of one-of-a-kind chairs in no time. -planetgreen.discovery