Pot makeover—8 easy ideas to freshen up dull or worn-out flowerpots
Do you have worn-out, mismatched, or cracked pots in your cupboards? Give them new life with paint, twigs, or even concrete.
1. Cheer it up with squares
An unglazed terracotta pot gets a new look with a checkered pattern. It’s easy to paint using weather-resistant foundation paint that still lets moisture evaporate. Check out our instructions for painting a terracotta pot!
2. Give it a rustic revival
Give your worn-out or mismatched pots and vases a unique, clay-like look. First, treat them with texture paste, then layer on different shades of chalk or mineral paint. Finish with wax or varnish to make the surface sturdier. See how to create a rustic pot makeover! [in Finnish]
3. Double it up
Tall pots can be expensive. For an affordable alternative, try this double-pot trick: simply glue two identical pots together at their bases, then paint them in your favorite color. You can also use buckets instead of pots. Check out our simple instructions for the double pot!
4. Cover it with twig
A dull outdoor pot or planting bucket transforms with a twig cover. Simply tie the twigs together with wire to form a mat, then wrap it around the pot. Use branches and twigs left over from your spring pruning. Check out the instructions for a twig pot cover!
5. Conceal with concrete
Even if an old pot is badly cracked, you can give it new life with concrete. Support the surface with chicken wire so the concrete doesn't break. The result is sturdy and appealingly rough-looking if you apply two layers of the mixture. Check out our instructions for a pot coated in concrete! [in Finnish]
6. Paint it your way
You can personalize an inexpensive basic pot by painting it. Create a lively surface by dabbing wet paint with a scrunched-up newspaper. Check out how to paint a plastic pot! The article includes two more easy plastic pot makeover ideas.
7. Dare to decorate
If store-bought or existing pots don’t appeal to you, decorate them with paint and markers. You can also trim the rims with ribbons or jute twine. Check out these fun decorating ideas for your pots! [in Finnish]
8. Reuse your favorite dish
You can use shards of broken porcelain dishes to make a striking mosaic finish on your pot. Fill the gaps between the glued pieces with durable mortar. Find our instructions for a mosaic-style pot makeover here. [in Finnish]
