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If you've ever owned a car, chances are you had to change the tires at least once, leaving you with a dilemma as to what to do with old tires. Thankfully, the times of burning used tires in your yard are long forgotten, and if there's no tire recycling facility near you, these DIY projects can help you to give them a second life.

We have put a list of tire upcycling ideas for your inspiration. Sure, you'll find the good old tire swing here, but also some unexpected chairs, steps, dog bed, and garden decoration ideas.

Research indicates that tires will slowly leach toxic chemicals into the surrounding environment, but many of these studies describe long-term effects when exposed to the elements. It's probably a good idea to refrain from using them to plant edible plants, but many other applications should be OK, especially if they will be covered in some way or won't be touched too often.

(h/t: justdiy)

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Tire Dog Bed

Tire Dog Bed

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EdwinnaSkipper
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It is stated not to use them as planters for edible plants. Then why would one muse them for a dog bed. The dog could Che's on them and the toxic fumes would be right next to the dog.

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Intricate Tire Lamps

Intricate Tire Lamps

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DianaCrunChewyWatson
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

You're only issue I have with these are that ties tend to carry a strong odor not conducive to being indoors.

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Tire Garden Stairs

Tire Garden Stairs

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KerryO'Neil
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I wish they had painted them first. I have seen better applications but the idea is solid.

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Tire Playground

Tire Playground

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SarahofBorg
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Almost everything at the playground in my elementary school was made from tires. Even tire dragon scupltures we could climb!

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Tire Garden Planter

Tire Garden Planter

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Tire See Saw...reclaimed Wood, And Hand Painted.

Tire See Saw...reclaimed Wood, And Hand Painted.

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Tire Garden Stools

Tire Garden Stools

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krisnasp
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Wow... One of them printed "product of Indonesia", my lovely country :D

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Tires For Building Houses

Tires For Building Houses

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AprilMinkler
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9 years ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Totally awesome. I hope when more advanced civilizations view us and all we're doing to destroy the Planet, they will take into account our burgeoning creativity and capacity for love and compassion when they decide if we get to go on.

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Tire Christmas Wreath

Tire Christmas Wreath

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Car Tire Wall In Our Earthship Home

Car Tire Wall In Our Earthship Home

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#36 Tires Coffee Table Storage

#36 Tires Coffee Table Storage

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