20+ People Who Got a Pile of Garbage and Turned It Into Something Worthy

People on our list love to save old and, thanks to the time and dirt, seemingly ruined objects. They’ve learned from their own example that a thick layer of dust and rust can hide nice things that just need some cleaning and a little bit of repair. And these people don’t get easily scared, even with most difficult cases.

The Elite Indian really appreciates when things with a history get a second life. Today, you will see what a pile of trash can turn into in good hands, and why you should not rush to throw away dishes that have turned black from soot.

“I knew that I could turn this piece of garbage into a nice thing.”

20+ People Who Got a Pile of Garbage and Turned It Into Something Worthy

“My copper sink changed its color but I cleaned it with a mild detergent, apple cider vinegar, and a thin layer of toothpaste.”

20+ People Who Got a Pile of Garbage and Turned It Into Something Worthy

“I purchased 3 skillets for $6 in total. Quality cookware was hidden under a thick layer of rust and dirt.”

20+ People Who Got a Pile of Garbage and Turned It Into Something Worthy

“I made a Harry Potter themed dresser for my niece.”

20+ People Who Got a Pile of Garbage and Turned It Into Something Worthy

A trash can makeover:

20+ People Who Got a Pile of Garbage and Turned It Into Something Worthy

“I just had to soak this pot overnight in detergent made for grills and ovens.”

20+ People Who Got a Pile of Garbage and Turned It Into Something Worthy

“I restored a mid-50s highchair that my grandma used with my mother. Now we can give it to my sister, who just had her first baby.”

20+ People Who Got a Pile of Garbage and Turned It Into Something Worthy

“We’ve just purchased a power washer, and this was our first project. We cleaned our 20-year-old bench.”

20+ People Who Got a Pile of Garbage and Turned It Into Something Worthy

“My mom wanted to buy a vintage mixer and I found a one that still worked for $5 at a thrift shop. I had to work hard to fix it and give it to my mom for Christmas.”

20+ People Who Got a Pile of Garbage and Turned It Into Something Worthy

This car looks like brand-new now:

20+ People Who Got a Pile of Garbage and Turned It Into Something Worthy

“I restored a Louis Vuitton bag that I bought for $75.”

20+ People Who Got a Pile of Garbage and Turned It Into Something Worthy

It turned out that the teddy bear was never brown.

20+ People Who Got a Pile of Garbage and Turned It Into Something Worthy

“I refurbished these Corcoran jump boots.”

20+ People Who Got a Pile of Garbage and Turned It Into Something Worthy

“I bought this silver sugar bowl for $3. This is what it looked like after a good polish.”

20+ People Who Got a Pile of Garbage and Turned It Into Something Worthy

“I bought the exact replica of a vintage Herman Miller Eames lounge chair. I had to work on it a bit, but it looks like new now.”

20+ People Who Got a Pile of Garbage and Turned It Into Something Worthy

“This oven was so dirty that I had to use putty knives and razor blades instead of cleaning products to clean it.”

20+ People Who Got a Pile of Garbage and Turned It Into Something Worthy

“I washed the rug that was left behind by the old homeowners. I had no idea the design was this intricate.”

20+ People Who Got a Pile of Garbage and Turned It Into Something Worthy

“It was a real challenge to make this old toy look good again.”

20+ People Who Got a Pile of Garbage and Turned It Into Something Worthy

“I’m over halfway done with restoring this leather sofa. The difference is pretty dramatic, right?”

20+ People Who Got a Pile of Garbage and Turned It Into Something Worthy

What a professional restoration looks like:

20+ People Who Got a Pile of Garbage and Turned It Into Something Worthy

“I still don’t believe that I managed to get the seats that clean.”

20+ People Who Got a Pile of Garbage and Turned It Into Something Worthy

“I got this old retro table at a garage sale for $2. It looked like a real Frankenstein, made of cheap wood. I needed 2 days to bring it back to life.”

20+ People Who Got a Pile of Garbage and Turned It Into Something Worthy

How do you manage to clean your things if they’re way too dirty? Which time-proven methods do you use?

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