Simple ideas to decorate the garden: pots with recycled cans

Pots

There are many things we can do with everyday objects, great ideas that with very little effort allow us to improve the appearance of our green space so that it becomes a place where we can enjoy nature.

With simple decoration techniques it is possible to create pots very original and durable, ideal for those looking to add color to the garden. Do you have some disused cans? It's time to get down to business and start working on them and so on. recycle cans.

The first thing is to take into account the elements you will need: cans of preserves, paint or any other type as long as they are stainless. a steel file, a sharp opener, paint.

You can choose cans of different sizes to have different types of pots. If it is a question of cans of preserves, remove the lid carefully using an opener and then file using the steel file so that the surface of the can cannot cut.

Once the cans are ready, you can paint them using enamel paint or spray paint to finally let them dry in the sun. Once dry, you should turn them over and make three to five holes using a nail and a hammer to allow the water to drain from the cans-pots.

If you are going to place the pots in the sun with plants that do not resist excessive heat, you must insulate the soil by placing a layer of styrofoam or styrofoam on the wall of the can. Then fill in the pots With the earth, place the plants and place them in the right place so that they shine.

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