The Truth About Recycled Metal Décor Is About To Be Revealed
It’s said that every home needs each of the five elements to inspire comfort and positive energy: earth, wood, fire, metal and water. We agree, but we also know that earth-friendly and socially responsible metal décor can be difficult to find.
If you’re gifting décor or redecorating your own living space, this list is just what you’ve been looking for. We’ve reviewed the top recycled metal home décor accents for your home, inside and out. Choose from wall art, sculptures and even garden art to complete the look you’re trying to achieve. Each of these products is fair trade made and sustainable, and many are handcrafted for a unique look!
1. Terrain
Teak Copper Bowl Home Decor
Type of Recycled Home Decor | Teak Copper Bowl
Recycled Metal Wall Decor Benefits | Fair Trade, Socially Responsible, Recycled, Handmade
Recycled Material | Teak
Recycled Home Decor Price | $188 (Large)
Pineapples are a symbol of friendship and hospitality. You can show your loved ones they’re welcome when you hang this Pineapple Wall Décor in your entryway, living room, kitchen or anywhere else in your home! The Terrain Teak Copper Bowl art measures just over a 5.5 Inches High and 15 Inches diameter – large enough to be seen but just the right size to be subtle.
As we researched our Terrain review, we learned that each metal accents made by the company is handcrafted under fair trade conditions. This provides jobs to those who wouldn’t otherwise have work. This particular bowl is created from recycled teak and finished with hammered copper. The bowls are hand cut, hammered and chiseled into a natural authentic design for your home. Each bowl is made from recycled materials which makes each decor unique. Color variations may occur, but all are created with attention to detail.
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2. Plow & Hearth
Plow & Hearth Recycled Metal Coffee Frog Garden Art
Type of Recycled Home Decor | Recycled Metal Frog Yard Art
Recycled Metal Frog Yard Art Benefits | Handmade, Fair Trade, Recycled, Eco-Friendly, Green, Give Back
Recycled Material | Recycled Oil Drums
Recycled Home Decor Price | $50
If you’re looking for something a little more colorful, look no further than our Plow & Hearth review. This frog can only be described as “whimsical” – we think it’s absolutely adorable. Place your frog in a shady spot in your garden and relax with him as he sips his coffee. Don’t have a garden? This “hoppy” little friend will look great in your breakfast nook, too!
Like the Pineapple Wall Décor, this frog is handcrafted from recycled oil drums. The Recycled Metal Coffee Frog was made by artisans in Bali under fair, safe working conditions. In fact, Plow & Hearth makes eco-friendly practices their standard. The company launched the Campaign to Reforest America and is a proud supporter of the National Forest Foundation. As with most handmade, recycled art, each frog is slightly different. These little guys make great gifts, so buy one for yourself and one for a friend!
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3. Beaviss
Metal Sculpture Garden Yard Art
Type of Recycled Home Decor | Recycled Metal Yard Art
Recycled Metal Yard Art Benefits | Recycled, Handmade, Recyclable
Recycled Material | Metal
Recycled Home Decor Price | $49
Whether you love the Halloween season or are just searching for a gift to suit your favorite nature enthusiast’s, this Beaviss review is right up your alley. The bat on a brach sculpture is handcrafted from 100% recycled metal and is super unique. The bat sculpture sports simple design cutout, that can be easily mounted on any tree trunk or side of the house. Expertly welded together, this yard art is built to last. Customers who have bought the Recycled Metal Yard Art by Beaviss rave about how sturdy and heavy the piece is.
Gift the metal yard art to the Halloween enthusiast in your life or buy it for yourself. Be sure to check out the other handmade items available from Beaviss.
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4. Colonial Tin Works
Type of Recycled Home Decor | Recycled Metal Multicolor Wreath
Recycled Metal Wreath Benefits | Recycled, Handmade, Recyclable, Green, Eco Friendly
Recycled Material | Metal
Next on our list of the top recycled metal home décor accents is our Colonial Tin Works review. This wreath is gorgeous; we love the color and detail. Better yet, it’s handcrafted in India from recycled, upcycled and scrap metal. That means each wreath is unique and every piece on the wreath is chosen deliberately.
The wreath looks great above your mantle, but it’s weather resistant, too. Wouldn’t it look great on your front door, or hung on your garden shed? The wreath by Colonial Tin Works measures two feet across, so it’ll fit just about anywhere. However, this wreath is more durable than your traditional décor, so it’s sure to last a lifetime! Choose this wreath as a wedding gift or a housewarming present. The loved ones in your life are going to love it!
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5. HONGLAND
Type of Recycled Home Decor | Recycled Metal Gecko
Recycled Metal Gecko Benefits | Fair Trade, Recycled, Handmade, Hand Painted
Recycled Material | Recycled Oil Drums
Like a few others on our list, our HONGLAND review features a product made from recycled oil drums. This little gecko wall art decor is hand made and hand painted in Haiti and offers a gorgeous, bright and fun addition to your home. Our favorite place to hang this guy is in your bathroom!
Measuring eight inches from nose to tail, the little gecko is made by artisans under fair trade conditions. As with all recycled and handcrafted items, every gecko is just a little bit different. Colors, shapes and textures may vary slightly from reptile to reptile.
While you’re shopping for a gecko or two, check out the other items available from HONGLAND. The company features many earth-friendly, hand made and fair trade items. From housewares to pet products, the collection offers something for everyone!
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6. NOVICA
Type of Recycled Home Decor | Quixote in Love Statue
Recycled Metal Sculpture Benefits | Fair Trade, Recycled, Give Back, Sustainable
Recycled Material | Iron
NOVICA is one of our favorite companies. The business features handmade items by small scale artisans around the world. The focus is on empowering individual artists, particularly those in developing countries, offering opportunities to earn an honest wage where one might not be otherwise available.
To date, the company has sent over $89 million to artisans around the world. For our NOVICA review, we’ve chosen this recycled statue named “Quixote in Love.” This recycled iron man stands seven inches tall. That means he’s a perfect bookend, paperweight or centerpiece for your coffee table.
This little sculpture makes a perfect gift for the book lover in your life, but it would make a great accent to your home library, too! While you shop, take a look at the other items available by NOVICA. You’ll find plenty of other little guys like Quixote in Love, including brides and grooms, photographers, musicians and more.
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7. Foreside Home and Garden
Type of Recycled Home Decor | Recycled Metal Bird
Recycled Metal Bird Benefits | Eco Friendly, Recycled, Recyclable
Recycled Material | Metal
Next on our list of the top recycled metal décor is our Foreside Home and Garden review. We’ve chosen this little bird because we think she’d make a great addition to your outdoor space. Set her on your outdoor dining table or perch her in a sunny garden spot for a bit of rustic, yet contemporary, interest.
The bird is made from 100% recycled and recyclable metal. She stands nine inches tall, and is intended for outdoor use. However, we think she’d look great on your covered porch or even in your sunroom!
The Recycled Metal Bird by Foreside Home and Garden ships through major retailers. Keep in mind that there are Foreside recycled metal garden birds available in other sizes as well. You could shop around and by a set, or choose from recycled metal pigs, windmills and other fun accents.
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8. Kalalou
Type of Recycled Home Decor | Recycled Metal Sails
Recycled Metal Canoe Cooler Benefits | Eco Friendly, Recycled, Recyclable, Give Back
Recycled Material | Metal
Do you have a lake house? Beach house? Do you just love the water and want a reminder of the shore? This Kalalou review is just what you’re looking for.
The recycled metal sails seagrass boat measures three feet long and is perfect for stashing blankets or beach towels. Alternatively, you could fill the canoe with ice and drinks for your lakeside barbecues. The possibilities are almost endless.
Kalalou is a family owned business, run by a husband and wife team. Doug and Susan Williams find local artisans from all over the world, then feature their handmade crafts in the Kalalou catalog. In addition to supporting fair trade artisans, the Williams family launched the Kid Foundation. The Kid Foundation donates funds to provide medical care to children with no access.
We can think of many uses for this recycled metal canoe. Whether your home has a rustic feel or you just want to add personality to your outdoor party, this earth-friendly art is a sure bet.
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9. Le Primitif Galleries
Type of Recycled Home Decor | Recycled Metal Garden Art
Recycled Metal Garden Art Benefits | Eco Friendly, Recycled, Recyclable, Handmade
Recycled Material | Steel
Do you dream of an Asian-inspired garden? If you’ve ever wanted a place of tranquility at home, you’ll love this Le Primitif Galleries review. The metal accents and wall sculpture is handcrafted from recycled steel oil drums and each piece is slightly unique.
The 14 inch wall art decor piece features a hand-chiseled elephant as well as birds and a floral design, and will look amazing near your backyard water feature. Le Primitif Galleries is an American company, based in Atlanta, Georgia. The company, through donations and sourcing, benefits artisans in Haiti.
Since 1976 business owner and blacksmith Georges Liautaud has partnered with craftsmen in Haiti to import unique, upcycled and eco-friendly art. The Recycled Metal Garden Art by Le Primitif ships via many major retailers across the US, so be sure to recycle your packaging. All orders shipped through major sites will be combined to reduce the shipping carbon footprint.
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10. CVHOMEDECO
Type of Recycled Home Decor | Recycled Metal Birdhouse
Recycled Metal Birdhouse Benefits | Handcrafted, Hand Painted, Recycled, Fair Trade
Recycled Material | Metal
While you decorate your outdoor space, check out this adorable piggy bird house from CVHOMEDECO. This flying pig makes the perfect home to all your feathered friends – chickadees, sparrows and more. Every flying pig bird house is made from recycled metal and is hand painted. That means every pig is different.
We chose to feature a CVHOMEDECO review because the company strives to include only small scale Mexican artists in its catalog. Many products in the CVHOMEDECO line are made from recycled or upcycled materials. All are handcrafted, unique and guaranteed to last a lifetime.
Customers who have bought this (and other) CVHOMEDECO designs have stated that the company’s customer service is second to none. They also state that the fair trade items are great quality and perfect for giving as gifts.
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11. The Metal Peddler
Type of Recycled Home Decor | Recycled Metal Key Hook Leash Holder
Recycled Metal Leash Holder Benefits | Handcrafted, Fair Trade, Made in the USA, Repurposed Materials, Upcycled
Recycled Material | Metal
If you love dogs, this The Metal Peddler review is what you’ve been looking for. Why not add this lovely Happy Puppy Leash Holder wall art decor to your home. You could even mount him to your porch to show your sense of humor.
This happy dog sculpture is made in the USA and features 100% upcycled materials. You’ll find auto parts, screws, bolts, springs and more on this little not-so-feathered friend. You may even find that your The Metal Peddler happy dog is already “weathered,” an effect The Metal Peddler describes as “perfectly imperfect.” The result is a unique and fun piece that fits with literally any farmhouse décor.
Mounting this recycled metal garden art is simple. You’ll just need two screws to attach him to a tree, your home or your fence. He measures almost a foot tall, so he’s sure to be noticed!
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12. Viva Terra
Viva Terra Recycled Metal Gingko Leaf Hanging Globe Latern
Type of Recycled Home Decor | Recycled Metal Lantern
Recycled Metal Lantern Benefits | Handcrafted, Recycled, American Company, Green, Eco-Friendly, Fair Trade
Recycled Material | Metal
Recycled Home Decor Price | $125
Did you know the gingko tree can live for a thousand years? It’s no wonder, then, that the plant is a symbol of hope and longevity. Consider inspiring hope as visitors come to your garden by adding this recycled metal gingko lantern by Viva Terra. The lantern is, in a word, stunning. A lovely patina gives the leaves of the gingko tree an almost mystical look. This gingko tree leaves globe sculpture will instantly transform your home and bring a sense of serenity to each of your guests.
We chose to include a Viva Terra review on our list because the company continually seeks out small scale artisans. Working with independent groups from 20 countries around the world, Viva Terra has a mission to bring sustainable, fair trade items to homes everywhere.
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13. BRUBAKER
Type of Recycled Home Decor | Recycled Metal Desk Art
Recycled Metal Desk Art Benefits | Recycled, Upcycled
Recycled Material | Metal
Are you a workaholic? Do you know someone who is constantly sitting at their desk? If so, you’ll need to check out this BRUBAKER review. This little sculpture is a workaholic.
Donning glasses, the recycled metal sculpture stays busy typing away at his computer. In fact, he’s chained to it! The recycled metal desk sculpture by BRUBAKER isn’t just art. It’s actually functional. You’ll find three pen slots to keep your favorite workaholic organized. This desk jockey also makes a great paperweight at a full pound.
BRUBAKER’s sculpture is available through many retailers across the US. Your desk sculpture will ship in recyclable packaging with a minimized carbon footprint. Give this guy as a gift or set him on your desk as a reminder that a break is okay every now and then!
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14. Boxer Gifts
Type of Recycled Home Decor | Recycled Sustainable Coasters
Recycled Coasters Benefits | Recycled, Upcycled, Sustainable, Natural Materials, Made in the USA, Green Company
Recycled Material | Metal and Bamboo
Where should you set your recycled glass wine glasses? On your sustainable, upcycled coasters, of course! These Boxer Gifts coasters make the perfect addition to your living room.
Made from sustainable bamboo and upcycled bike chains, they’re super earth-friendly, too. Your set of four coasters is crafted in the USA from eco-conscious materials. We can’t help but mention in this Boxer Gifts review that the company is quite green. Most of the company’s power comes from hydroelectric dams, and they strive to reduce their carbon footprint wherever possible.
These sustainable and recycled coasters are a unique treat. As the bicycle chains are upcycled, you can only imagine the places they’ve travelled! Resource Revival coasters make a great gift and an awesome conversation starter.
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15. JUHUI
Type of Recycled Home Decor | Lighted Marquee Bar Sign
Recycled Metal Bar Sign Benefits | Recycled, American Company
Recycled Material | Metal
Last on our list of the top recycled metal home décor accents is our JUHUI review. This bar sign isn’t just for your bar. In fact, it would make a great addition to your farmhouse decor, kitchen, your porch or even your pool house!
Made from recycled metal, you’ll find that the JUHUI metal sign features just the right amount of rusted patina. Hang it easily from your wall or over your home bar for a fun, unique accent. Of course, this bar sign gives light, too! Just two AA batteries will illuminate the sign for a cozy feel.
After adding the marquee bar sign to your cart, check out the other products in the Rustic Farm home catalog. The company sells upcycled crafts such as art and even handbags. You’ll find something for everyone on your shopping list.
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Seek The Perfect Balance of Positive Energy For Your Home With Upcycled Metal Accents
Earth, water, fire, metal and wood are said to be the necessary ingredients to a perfectly decorated home. If you’re seeking a perfect balance of positive energy in your home, look to these recycled metal and upcycled metal accents, wall art decor and home decor. Fair trade, artisan crafted and environmentally responsible, these pieces will complete the look of your farmhouse decor living space.
Lisa Czachowski is a professional social blogger and has worked on several online publications including Citrus Sleep. Lisa is an experienced content writer and copyeditor. You will find many of her works throughout CitrusSleep.com that cover a wide array of subjects including sustainability, natural, sleep products, health, fashion and many more. She is passionate about what providing as much information as possible on products you bring in your home and what we wear.
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