Save Money: 10 Trash to Treasure Upcycling Ideas with Spray Paint

There’s no need to drop big bucks on DIYs when you have COLORSHOT! One person’s trash is another’s treasure— and you can save money by transforming “trash” into something beautiful with spray paint! Whether you’re flipping a thrift find, refreshing existing furniture, or are just looking for an inexpensive DIY to express your creativity, COLORSHOT makes it easy to play with color. Save money and try these unique trash to treasure upcycling ideas with spray paint!

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Shipping Box Upcycle with Spray Paint

Shipping Box Upcycle With Spray Paint

If you’ve been shopping online this year, you’ve probably got some shipping boxes piling up. Before you toss them in the recycling bin, consider this easy trash to treasure upcycling idea to save money on gift wrap! Use washi tape or stickers with your favorite COLORSHOT shades to give used shipping boxes a second life. These colorful containers are great for Christmas presents, birthday gifts, and more.

DIY Framed Botanical Prints with Spray Paint

This DIY is perfect for plant people! When your favorite houseplant sheds a leaf, try this quick trash to treasure upcycling idea. You can save money on home décor by creating your own botanical wall art with spray paint. Preserve fallen foliage and create colorful resist prints with COLORSHOT; this project uses Emoji, Island Girl, Summer Pedicure, and Orange Slice!

Custom DIY Doormats with Spray Paint

Custom doormats can be expensive, but you can save money by creating your own with spray paint! This trash to treasure upcycling idea transforms dollar store doormats with COLORSHOT in a variety of rainbow Trcolors. You can customize your doormats however you’d like— try using our Paint Markers to add a monogram or hand-drawn designs!

Metallic Mirror Upcyling Idea with Spray Paint

Don’t pass on that plain mirror you saw at the secondhand shop— this trash to treasure upcycling idea makes a great statement piece for any home! This mirror gets a major makeover with wooden appliques and COLORSHOT in First Million. Similar mirrors are priced for hundreds or even thousands of dollars at retail, but you can save money and create a dupe for a fraction of the price!

Spray Painted Cabinet Hardware

Home renovations don’t have to be expensive when you’ve got COLORSHOT! Give your cabinets a high-end vibe with this trash to treasure upcycling idea. Cabinet hardware is a small detail that makes a big impact. Save money and use spray paint to help create the look you want! This project uses COLORSHOT in Blackout for a sleek matte black finish.

Bar Cabinet Upcycling Idea with Spray Paint

Display your favorite drinks, décor, and more with this trash to treasure upcycling idea! There’s no need to splurge on a fancy new bar cabinet for your home— save money and use COLORSHOT to turn any basic cabinet into a stylish statement piece! This $20 thrift find turns into a $3,500 dupe with a little extra elbow grease and COLORSHOT in Blackout.

DIY Barbie Décor: Upcycled Pink Dresser

Looking for a fun way to make your furniture pop? This trash to treasure upcycling idea is a great way to refresh your room and save money on new furniture! Give your space a Barbie-inspired makeover with a custom pink dresser. COLORSHOT in Farmer’s Daughter is the perfect shade of pink for this project!

Thrift Flip Patio Table with Spray Paint

Is your backyard or patio space in dire need of a refresh? You can spruce up your space and save money at the same with this trash to treasure upcycling idea! Make the patio table you already have – or an inexpensive thrift shop score – even more fabulous with a little TLC and COLORSHOT Premium Spray Paint!

Stock Tank Pool Upcycling Idea with Spray Paint

Stock tank pools are a creative alternative to in-ground pools— you’ll save money on installation and maintenance costs! If you’ve been thinking about adding a stock tank pool to your backyard, you might as well customize it with the colors you love. This trash to treasure upcycling idea uses COLORSHOT in Princess Cut to turn a simple stock tank into a gorgeous custom above-ground pool!

Spray Painted Floor Stenciling

Want to give your patio a makeover without breaking the bank? This trash to treasure upcycling idea is a creative way to save money while still upgrading your space! You don’t need to spend money on contractors or heavy-duty supplies like tiles and grout— all you need is some upcycled cardboard, masking tape, stencils, and COLORSHOT in Head in the Clouds!

How will you use COLORSHOT to save money on your trash to treasure upcycling ideas? Show us your DIY and tag us on social @mycolorshot!

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