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We might think of cinder blocks are construction materials, but actually, these things are far more useful than we might expect. From being turned into beautiful flower boxes to transforming into stairs and TV stands, these hollowed blocks are quite versatile and perfect for your next DIY project!

Check out these incredible uses for cinder blocks and try them with your family and friends!

1) Entertainment Center

Can’t find an entertainment center that’s quite right for your space? Make a customized one with cinder blocks. You’d spend hundreds paying for a customized one from a store.

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2) Simple Outdoor Bench

Some cinder blocks, a few pieces of wood, and some pillows can come together to make an adorable, easy-to-make patio bench.

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3) Garden Planters

Create a fantasy garden in your very own home with cinder blocks.

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4) Bedside Table

Have you been looking for a bedside table? Grab three cinder blocks and you’re done!

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5) Outdoor Staircase

Stack and scale cinder blocks to create a beautiful outdoor staircase.

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6) Bed Foundation With Storage

Need a sturdy and firm bed frame? It doesn’t get firmer than using cinder blocks. Just lay them down and pop your mattress on top. Use glue rubber or felt to the bottom so it doesn’t scratch the floor, and paint them to match your decor.

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7) Fire Pit

Grab your friends and some marshmallows, and build yourself a cozy fire in this cinder block fire pit.

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8) Colorful Backyard Furniture

You can even paint your cinder blocks to add a pop of color to your backyard with some fancy furniture.

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9) Futon with Cubbie Space

All you need is a cozy cushion and some cinder blocks to create this super cute piece in your home.

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10) Outdoor Wall

If you’re looking for a little bit more privacy, you can build a wall with cinder blocks. You can even lay some horizontally to add a planter.

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11) Planter Table

You can even use the same method for building an outdoor wall to create a table with planters.

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12) Bookshelf

Make any awesome book shelf with some plywood and two cinder blocks.

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13) Pyramid Garden

You can arrange cinder blocks in a way that creates a pyramid-shaped garden.

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14) Outdoor Buffet

Make your backyard party central with this outdoor buffet that couldn’t be simpler to make.

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15) Outdoor Benches

You always have enough seating for your family and friends with these cinder block benches.

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16) Block Computer Desk

Building a desk couldn’t be easier with cinder blocks. Just lay something underneath it so it doesn’t scratch your floor. You can even paint your blocks a funky color.

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17) Outdoor Dining Table

Make a functional outdoor dining table using cinder blocks and a large piece of thick wood, such as plywood.

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18) Cinder Block Fence

Building a fence can be extremely hard work. But not if you use cinder blocks. Just stack place 4x4s in the blocks’ holes.

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19) Cinder Block Bar

Have you always wanted an outdoor bar? Well, you can stop dreaming and start doing. All it takes is stacking a few cinder blocks and cutting a piece of wood or use pallets for the bar top. Get the details here.

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20) Outdoor Lounge Couch

Beautiful outdoor furniture is just a few cinder blocks away. All you need to do is stack them. You can even add an outdoor cushion for comfort.

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21) Outdoor Planter Wall

There are so many different designs for turning cinder blocks into a garden wall. Just stack them in different ways. Then fill their holes with soil or gravel and plants.

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22) Cinder Block Vase

Use cinder blocks to create an inexpensive centerpiece or vase. Just fill the holes with flowers. They offer a really cool industrial look.

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23) Patio Block Bench

Stack some cinder blocks and place wooden 4x4s through the top hole of the blocks. This will serve the bench top. You can add a cushion for comfort if you’d like.

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24) Outdoor Lighting Display

Help keep the bugs away and give your backyard a little light. Just lay and stack your cinder blocks in the design of your choice. Place citronella candles inside the holes.

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25) Cinder Block Birdhouse

Tired of your bird feeder getting knocked over by squirrels or the wind? Make one out of cinder blocks. Get the instructions here.

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26) Cinder Block BBQ Grill

You don’t have to buy an expensive grill to be able to barbecue. Use cinder blocks to create this awesome grill. Learn how to build one here.

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27) Plant Potting Station

Build a potting station for you to pot and work on your plants. All you need are some cinder blocks and some wide boards.

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28) Cinder Block Storage Shelf

Great for storing your plants or other items, a storage shelf requires just a few cinder blocks and shelving material sturdy enough to support the weight of what you want to store.

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29) Succulent Plant Containers

Create an easily accessible area for your succulents, including cactuses and other dry climate plants. Simply turn the cinder blocks on their side and plant your succulents in dirt placed within.

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30) Outdoor Kitchen

Build an eye-catching kitchen in your backyard using cinder blocks. Not only do cinder blocks make a durable building material, they have some heat resistance as well.

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31) Swimming Pool

Save money by building your own DIY swimming pool using cinder blocks and other materials. Check out the video to find out how to accomplish this amazing project.

[Source: Tim Crabtree]

32) Outdoor Fireplace

Build bigger projects, such as an outdoor fireplace. Find out how to do this amazing outdoor project using cinder blocks here.

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33) Raised Garden Bed

Raise the level of your garden by using cinder blocks as an outside border to hold in dirt. You can even put dirt within the hollow blocks to add even more areas for your plants to grow.

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34) Compost Bin

Make an easy DIY compost bin by stacking cinder blocks to create an accessible area to keep your compost. Use chicken wire to keep any unwanted critters out.

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35) Outdoor Patio Furniture

Cinder blocks can also make solid patio furniture. Just make sure to add cushions to protect your backside from the hard surface.

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36) Firewood Storage

Use cinder blocks as an impromptu firewood storage solution. Simply place some long two by fours on either side of two cinder block placed side-by-side, and stack your firewood in between them.

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37) Cinder Block Grill

Create a smaller grill using a single cinder block. Simply light some charcoal in the openings and lay some kabobs across the top for grilled meat and veggies.

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38) Cinder Block Centerpiece

Place a cinder clock on an outdoor table, add some plants, and you have a ready-made centerpiece.

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39) DIY reception desk

The reception area to your shop can be made with cinder blocks and still look fabulous! The key is stacking them in an aesthetic way and making sure you add accents like plants and vases.

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40) Decorative Tower

To make a beautiful decorative tower for around your home, simply stack some cider blocks and add painted designs.

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41) Rocket Stove

A rocket stove allows you to cook more efficiently. Easy to make, just stack up four cinder blocks as shown in the following video.

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42) Store designs

You don’t have to spend a lot to make a nice store or cafe design. Cinder blocks can be used for this purpose, too!

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43) Debris holder

Need a place to hold your dried leaves and other yard debris for compost making? This DIY debris holder made with cinder blocks and chicken wire is what you need.

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