If you have an old base of your disassembled rolling office chair, that is not usable Instead on any, and also you don’t want to throw it away, as you know very well the value of this component, then this article is for you.
Repurposing your old item is a creative activity that can improve your home decoration if you know how to do that properly. So, in this article, we will discuss 5 different DIYs to repurpose your office chair base. So, let’s first explore what are these.
- Convert the Chair base into a Mobile Stand
- Use it for planting
- Make a Fan Stand
- Use it as a Children’s Activity Table
- Adjustable Laptop Stand
Practical Guide to Repurpose Office Chair Base
1. Mobile Stand
Converting the base into a mobile stand is an excellent way. It is quite simple, you will need these materials:
- Office chair base
- Wooden board or metal sheet
- Screws
- Drill
How to Convert into Mobile Stand?
First Remove the base from your chair, If it is still attached then start cleaning with any cleaning solution like soap or alcohol, or you can use any cloth to remove any dirt, or dust particles.
After proper cleaning, take a wooden board of equal size and drill holes in the wood according to the base screw holes. If you don’t have a wooden board, you can also use a metal sheet. Attach the board to the base and tighten them with screws.
After that, you can use it in this condition, but if you want to make it more decorative, you can also paint the base or add some decorations to it. Now place your mobile or tablet on the stand, or even a small TV screen that can be placed on it.
2. Fan Stand
Another useful way to repurpose your old chair base is by turning it into a fan stand. You will need these materials:
- Office chair base
- Small desk fan
- Cable ties or metal brackets
- Drill (optional)
How to Make a Fan Stand?
First, disassemble the chair to remove the seat and other unnecessary parts. And once the only base is in your hand, here is how to attach a fan to the top of it. Ensure that the fan can be securely attached to the chair base, you can use cable ties or metal brackets to secure it in place.
If any tier or metal brackets can’t make the fan stable and secure, then the second option is there drill the holes into the base and use screws to hold the fan in place. And then, adjust the base for the best stability according to your needs.
3. Planter Stand
If you have a beautiful garden and you love plants, then this idea is perfect. You can also use your old chair base as a planter stand by following these simple steps:
- Office chair base
- Wooden board
- Heavy-duty adhesive or screws
- Drill (if using screws)
How to Make a Planter Stand?
Take your removed base and clean it thoroughly. If you want to add a pop of color and paint the base before proceeding, you can skip this as it is optional. As we mentioned earlier, attach wooden boards using heavy-duty adhesive or screws, but ensure that the pot is balanced and stable, as it will handle the weight of the plants.
Now that’s done, place your beautiful plants or flowers in the pot and use it as a decoration piece for your garden. You can also add some decorative elements to enhance its appearance.
4. Use it as a Children’s Activity Table
If you have children and want them to have their activity table, such as they will place teddy bears or their toys, then gather these materials: Wooden board, screws, and drill. The procedure to follow:
How to Make a Children’s Activity Table?
First Drill the holes according to the base screw holes, as you have done in the case of a mobile stand. And attach the board with screws and tighten it. Now you can place it in your children’s room, and they can enjoy their activity table.
5. Adjustable Laptop Stand
Last but not least, you can turn your old chair base into an adjustable laptop stand, which you can use while working comfortably if you don’t have a proper setup. Now take your needed materials, wooden board, screws, and drill.
How to Make an Adjustable Laptop Stand?
First, clean your disassembled base and start adjusting the wooden board with a drill, this is the same method as you did the mobile stand method, You just have to drill a few holes in the wooden board according to the base and screws to tighten it.
The wooden board should be larger than your laptop, so it will be easy for you to use the laptop, and you can adjust the height as per your comfort.
FAQs:
What are office chair bases made of?
Office chair bases are typically made from durable materials like steel, aluminum, or high-strength plastic. Each type has its unique benefits, Steel bases offer exceptional strength and support, Aluminum bases provide a lighter alternative with strong support, and High-strength plastic bases are often used in more affordable models that offer good resistance to wear.
How to take apart an office chair base?
This is the simple process, follow these steps:
- Remove the Seat: Use a screwdriver to detach the seat from the base.
- Detach the Gas Lift: Pull the gas lift mechanism out from the base or unscrew it if necessary.
- Separate the Casters: Pop or unscrew the casters from the base.
However, you can read the full guide on disassembly.
What to do if you have an old computer chair?
If you have an old computer chair, consider repurposing it for DIY projects, donating it to a charity, or recycling it if it’s beyond repair, or if it is in too bad condition (can’t be usable) then consider disposing of it in a better way.
Conclusion
You have learned in this article, how you can Repurposing an old office chair base and give it a new life as well as give your home decor a unique touch in easy to do DIY project.
