• Don't throw an old sink away; use it to make something new.Jeffrey Coolidge/Photodisc/Getty Images
  
  If you have recently decided to upgrade your kitchen or bathroom, don't throw away your acrylic sink; reuse it instead. You can find many ways to repurpose an old sink; plenty of crafts and hobbies require waterproof, nonstaining basins. Since a sink has a drain, it can be cleaned quickly and reused as needed. No matter where you reuse your discarded sink, you'll keep a large item out of the landfill and help the environment as well.
  
  

Planter

• A discarded acrylic sink makes an ideal planter; it is sturdy, waterproof and already has a hole for drainage. You can "plant" your sink in the ground, or use it as a container. Add annual plants using container gardening methods, and use your sink as a whimsical garden accent. You can also incorporate an old faucet for a fountain effect if you prefer a water feature for your garden.
  
  

Painter's Helper

• Use an acrylic sink as an oversize palette or basin if you are working on a large decorative painting project. You can create a large custom paint mixture or glaze in the sink, and simply rinse it out when you are finished. The large opening makes it easy to accommodate large brush sizes, and paint won't stick to the acrylic sink, so it is reusable.
  
  

Soap-making Basin

• Use your discarded acrylic sink for soap making. Acrylic won't absorb scents or affect the chemical process used to make soap, so it is an ideal surface to use for mixing large batches of soap. When you are finished soaping for the day, simply rise the sink out; the soap won't stick to the acrylic and will wash away. You can place the sink on a tabletop or insert it into the opening of a plastic pail, depending on the size and shape of your sink.
  
  

Fiber Artist's Friend

• A discarded acrylic sink can find a home with a fiber artist. Knitters and crocheters will love having a spare basin for soaking finished products. Dyers can always use waterproof basins and acrylic won't absorb dye, so the sink can be drained and reused as needed. An acrylic sink also makes a nice addition to the barn for spinners who raise their own sheep, alpacas or bunnies; the fiber can be immersed and cleaned on location before use.