# Dirt Cheap DIY Chairs The $5 Bucket Stool Can be Made for the Cost of a Cup of Coffee By Amelia Roblin | Published 2013-04-18 | Art & Design Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/5-bucket-stool References: [notcot.org](http://www.notcot.org/post/53539/) & [homemade-modern](http://homemade-modern.com/ep08-5-bucket-stool/) If you're looking for a thrifty, fun and creative way to enhance your [furniture collection](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/herman-miller-girard-stool), the $5 Bucket Stool would make the perfect project. The instructions for making your own [little seat](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sedeo-chair) are provided by HomeMade Modern in its EP8 and EP8.2 posts. The first describes how to assemble it structurally, while the second makes suggestions for how to embellish it. All you need is a concrete mix, a 48-inch wooden dowel, a 5 gallon container and the option of copper pipe caps. In the bucket, stir the concrete powder with water. After cutting the piece of timber into three, press each segment into the thick concoction. Once this is dry, remove your $5 Bucket Stool from the tub, sand its edges, and decorate it with paint dip accents. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.8/10 - Popularity: 37% | Activity: 69% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Art & Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/artdesign) > [Design](https://www.trendhunter.com/design) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **DIY Furniture:** There is potential for businesses that offer affordable and creative solutions for DIY furniture enthusiasts. - **Upcycling:** Creativity and innovation abound in upcycling - potential for unique creations and environmentally friendly alternatives. - **Affordable Home Decor:** Businesses that offer affordable and stylish home decor solutions have a great opportunity in the current economic climate. ### Where This Applies - **Home Improvement:** Companies in the home improvement space could benefit from providing affordable solutions and creative ideas for DIY projects. - **Art Supplies:** Art supply businesses could offer new and unique materials for DIY furniture and upcycling enthusiasts. - **Retail:** Retail businesses that offer cost-effective and innovative home decor solutions can capitalize on the current trend towards affordable living. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [DIY Flatpack Stools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/that-stool.md) - [Contemporary Colorful Bucket Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hachiman-bucket.md) - [Organic Sustainably Crafted Stools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/luffa-stoolita.md) - [Recycled Paper Stools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-plod-stool.md) - [Olive Pit-Constructed Kids Chairs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nontalo.md) - [Wheeled Bright Stumpy Stools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stump-stool-1.md) - [Minimal Wooden Webbed Stools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/knot-stool.md) - [Handcrafted Stone Stools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pebble-stool.md) - [Thoughtful Reclaimed Material Stools](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/noah-folding-stool.md)