Beyond the Deck: Creative Uses for Leftover Composite & PVC Decking

So, you’ve just completed your dream deck using beautiful and durable composite or PVC decking from Cardinal Home Center! Congratulations! But what about those leftover pieces? Instead of letting them gather dust in the garage, why not tap into your creativity and transform them into charming and functional additions to your outdoor space? The beauty of composite and PVC lies in their longevity and low maintenance on a deck and in their versatility for smaller projects that inherit these same desirable qualities.

Crafting birdhouses and bird feeders is a delightful project perfect for using up those extra deck boards. While results may vary depending on the specific model, some surface planers may be capable of milling PVC boards to achieve thinner profiles, making for less bulky and more aesthetically pleasing designs. These materials stand up beautifully to the elements, ensuring your feathered friends have a durable and safe haven or feeding station for years, without worrying about rot or constant upkeep.

For those who enjoy spending time outdoors, consider utilizing leftover decking to create small side tables or plant stands. A compact side table is perfect for holding drinks or books next to your favorite patio chair, while a sturdy plant stand can elevate your potted

flowers and add visual interest to your deck or garden. Composite and PVC’s resistance to moisture makes them ideal for these applications, ensuring they won’t warp or deteriorate even with exposure to rain or watering. With a little cutting and fastening, you can create custom pieces that perfectly complement and accent your deck’s aesthetic.

Beyond furniture and avian accommodations, the possibilities are truly endless. Consider crafting durable outdoor signage, perhaps a welcoming sign for your garden or directional markers. Smaller pieces can be fashioned into unique coasters or trivets that withstand heat and moisture. If you enjoy gardening, leftover decking can create raised garden bed edging or even small compost bins. The consistent color and texture of composite and PVC ensure that even these smaller projects will have a polished and cohesive look.

The real joy in these leftover projects lies in their ability to extend the beauty and low-maintenance benefits of your new deck into other areas of your outdoor living space. Just like your deck, these creations will resist fading, rot, and insect damage, requiring minimal upkeep and allowing you more time to simply enjoy your surroundings. So, before you discard those extra pieces, head to your workshop with a bit of imagination and transform them into lasting treasures that enhance your home and garden, all thanks to the durable and versatile composite and PVC decking available at Cardinal Home Center.