Handcrafted barrel furniture for homes, bars & events
Statement furniture built from reclaimed oil drums — finished to last, indoors or out. From the stoep to the bar to your next event, handcrafted in South Africa.
Reclaimed
Upcycled steel drums
Handcrafted
Made in South Africa
Any colour
Finished to order
The Drum Chair
One reclaimed 210L drum, reborn
The Collection
Built from reclaimed drums
Our signature piece
The Drum Chair
A comfortable lounge chair handcrafted from a single reclaimed oil drum, finished with a premium seat cushion and a durable, weather-resistant hand-painted finish. Built to live indoors or out — and we'll finish it in any colour you like.
- Handcrafted from a reclaimed 210L oil drum
- Premium foam cushion with durable fabric
- Durable, weather-resistant hand-painted finish — built for indoor & outdoor
- Finished in any colour you like, on request
- Weight capacity: 150kg
Made for good company
The Lounge Set
A three-piece lounge set handcrafted from reclaimed oil drums — two comfortable tub chairs with premium cushions and a matching round side table. The perfect statement set for a patio, stoep or lounge, built to live indoors or out and finished in any colour you like.
- Two drum tub chairs + one round drum side table
- Handcrafted from reclaimed 210L oil drums
- Premium foam cushions with durable fabric
- Durable, weather-resistant hand-painted finish — built for indoor & outdoor
- Finished in any colour you like, on request
A bed your dog will fight you for
The Snugger
A stylish, durable dog bed built from a reclaimed barrel with a plush, removable, washable cushion. Weather-resistant and suitable for indoors or out — finished in any colour to match your home.
- Handcrafted from a reclaimed 210L barrel
- Removable, washable plush cushion
- Durable, weather-resistant hand-painted finish
- Suitable for indoor & outdoor use
- Recommended for small-to-medium breeds (up to 25kg)
- Finished in any colour you like, on request
Furniture for Hire
From oil drum to the life of the party.
Reclaimed-drum cocktail tables & stools for weddings, launches, bars and brand activations — branded in your colours, with your logo. Available for hire across SA.
Your colours
White, black, or matched to your event's palette.
Your branding
Add your logo, a sponsor's brand, or the couple's names.
Hire or own
Rent a set for the night, or buy them for your venue.
Our Story
From waste to wonder
Vat n Sit — Afrikaans for Grab a Seat — was born from a simple idea: that discarded oil drums could become beautiful, functional furniture.
Based in South Africa, we source reclaimed 210-litre oil drums from local industries and transform them into unique pieces that bring industrial charm to homes across the country.
Each piece is handcrafted by skilled local artisans, ensuring quality while supporting our community. We believe in furniture that tells a story — your story, shaped in steel.
Sustainable
Every piece diverts metal waste from landfills
Handcrafted
Made with care by local South African artisans
Unique
No two pieces are exactly alike
Nationwide
We deliver across South Africa
How It Works
From enquiry to your stoep
Tell us what you want
Pick a piece, your colour and any branding or personal touches. Send your enquiry via WhatsApp or email and we'll reply with a quote.
We handcraft it
Your piece is built from a reclaimed 210L drum, hand-painted in your colour and finished with premium cushions — made to order, just for you.
Delivered to your door
We arrange delivery anywhere in South Africa, or you can collect from us in Randburg. Then all that's left to do is vat 'n sit.
FAQ
Questions, answered
Get in Touch
Let's create something beautiful
Have questions about our products or want to discuss a custom order? We would love to hear from you. Reach out and let us help bring your vision to life.