Don’t toss out those old rain gutters; repurpose them instead. With many ideas that quickly turn old rain gutters into valuable pieces, you cannot go wrong when letting your creative juices flow and repurposing those old, worn-out, or outdated gutters. Any Portland homeowners who’ve recently repaired/replaced their gutters or those considering the project in the future may enjoy the repurposing ideas below. Let the DIY repurposing fun begin!
Shoe Organizer
Many of us are guilty of having too many pairs of shoes. If you’re amongst the names of people, organize your shoe haul using a creative rain gutter hanger. This simple-to-create organizer can easily be placed on the door or in the closet of any bedroom in the house.
Hanging Planters
Hang cut-off gutters outside on your porch after decorating and attaching the appropriate lining. Planters easily display your colorful flowers and beautiful plants for friends, family, and Portland neighbors to see as they drive past.
Amazing aesthetic beauty is yours with hanging flowers and plants. Repurpose old gutters and plant more flowers!
Bookshelves
Turn old rain gutters into bookshelves for the children’s room! Old rain gutters easily attach to the wall where they hold all of the kids’ favorite books and other small knick-knacks.
Repurposing rain gutters into bookshelves saves both time and space. They’re easy to paint and decorate with your choice of designs and colors, requiring minimal time and effort for the project.
Picnic Table Cooler
Summer get-togethers of many laughs and good t to friends and families, but keeping beverages cool while enjoying the warm outdoor weather poses a challenge for many people. Use an old rain gutter to resolve the problem. Repurpose the old rain gutter into an in-table cooler for instant cold beverage refreshment when you’re outdoors.
Wall Display / Storage
Placing several gutters in a vertical row along the wall in the kitchen provides a great storage solution for items.
For instance, spices are needed during food preparation and cooking. Used along the walls in other rooms, old rain gutters serve as excellent display units for a variety of items you may wish to showcase in your home. Or as storage for arts and crafts supplies, sewing materials, and much more.
Sidewalk Edgings
Install rain gutters alongside the sidewalk/walkway to your home and then add colorful rocks, flowers, and plants. Your choice of creative landscaping items for the gutters creates a beautiful display on the exterior of your home. This unique idea adds a significant amount of curb appeal to your property!
Before you start dreaming up DIY projects with your old gutters, remember that keeping your home protected starts with properly installed, functioning gutter systems. At Gutter Empire, we proudly serve Portland homeowners with expert gutter installation, repair, replacement, and cleaning services. Whether you need a brand-new system, repairs on damaged gutters, or routine maintenance to keep everything flowing smoothly, our team has you covered. Contact us today to schedule your complimentary estimate and ensure your home is prepared for every season.
Last updated: September 2025