These 4 Clever Ways To Use Cinderblocks Are Not At All Cinderblock-y!

1. STAIRS

I am not sure you will be able to construct stairs that are much sturdier and cheaper than these simple cinderblock ones.  They look pretty when you add the wood chips.

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2. FIREPIT/PATIO

A firepit is the perfect thing to build with cinderblocks. (Just don’t use gravel in it!  It can explode!) and why not add some easy seating made from stacked blocks and cushions?

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3.  BED FRAME

I love a simple pallet bed but why not go a different route and use cinderblocks instead?  Gives a cool industrial look.

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4.  OUTDOOR SCULPTURE

This is a cool way to throw some art up in your yard without investing a ton of money.  And you can tell all your friends that YOU MADE IT!

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I hope this inspires you to think outside the box with cinderblocks.  Please share any other ideas you have for their use with us!

Thank you to nymeta for all these pics and this great article inspo!