We share a lot of DIY ideas using pallets and pallet projects. Well, we want to share where to find free or cheap pallets, how to prep pallets for home use and creative uses for pallets in this infographic on everything you need to know about pallets for your next project. Repurposing old pallets for home projects is such a good idea because it is an affordable way to complete many projects.
However, there are good things and then things that aren’t so good about pallets – like the treated vs. non-treated, finishes, condition, etc. Well, once you understand some basic pallet uses and ideas, you are ready to make your creation from the pallets you have reclaimed.
Alan from Crowe Saw Mills has put together a great visual to share with you to help you understand how to make pallets work in your project. It is very thorough and helpful – especially sharing in a nice, concise, visual way!
Check out this infographic on Savvy Salvagers to know everything you need to know about pallets and then check out the project ideas for inspiration!
In addition, here’s a couple more creative ideas for using pallets around your home!
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Deanna R. Jones
Thanks for the tips! There are a couple of projects that I would like to work on using wooden pallets. The information in this article about the different types of finishes that I should know about would help me to do a good job on my wood working projects. I would like to use several scrap pallets to create a table and a floor, so it seems like I should go with a finish with a bright sheen for the floor and a duller finish for the table to get the look that I want.
paige smith
These are all great ideas to do pallet projects. I have not thought of making a wooden floor out of pallets. This is a really good idea for my new living room design. Pallets are so versatile and easy to get a hold of. Thank you for the great advice.
Jamarcus Dantley
I love DIY projects. It’s amazing all the things you can do with just pallets! I love a few of your bedroom ideas. I may have to give some of them a try!
McKayla Strauss
I had never really considered using pallets for projects like those before. I have to say, that pallet floor actually looks a lot better than I was expecting! While I may not try that project in particular, it could be fun to try and make a bench or chair. I’ve got a small stack of pallets in my yard, so I’ll have to see what I can do with them!
Sam Fisher
With pallets, there are many things that you can do with them and they don’t always have to involve shipping items. When you hear the word pallet, you usually think of the large wooden thing that forklifts carry around with items on it. However, like you said you can use pallets for more than just that. The pictures are a prime example of what you can do with a little time and effort with just a simple pallet.