21 DIY Wood Pallet Projects

Wood Pallets

Wood pallets are free for the taking and most companies that import, export or ship have tons of pallets. Pallet wood is becoming a popular love for DIY’ers because it’s rustic, cheap (possibly free) and great for numerous projects.

Wood Pallet Projects

Truth be told you can build just about anything with a wood pallet. I have seen wood pallet bookcases, wood pallet beds, wood pallet art, DIY garden planters and so much more. Below you will find 21 amazing wood pallet projects you can start today even if your a DIY beginner.

Where To Find Wood Pallets

Wood pallets are super easy to find if you know where do look. Companies that do a lot of importing or exporting will have tons of pallets. Big box stores bring in truck loads of supplies on pallets.

You just need to know where to look. Free pallets can normally be found by a shipping bay at any company. Or listed online for free pick up. Make sure to ask before you take to ensure the business is still not using the pallets

What Can I Make Out Of A Wood Pallet?

You can make just about anything with a pallet. From a rustic kitchen island to a patio floor. Pallet furniture is super cheap to make and looks great.

Pallet garden projects are quite popular as the cost of wood rises. As is DIY pallet home decor projects.

How Can I Get Free Wood Pallets?

If you are looking to score a large number of pallets for a DIY pallet project check your local freecycle or Craigslist for pallet listings. Or simply ask around.

Large companies will store unused pallets near their loading docks. You simply need to ask before you take. Some businesses will place unused pallets out for the public with a free sign on them.

Easy Pallet Projects

Super easy pallet projects include a vertical wood pallet garden, or a pallet compost bin or wood pallet fence. A wood pallet bed frame or patio furniture can be created in an afternoon.

Wooden Pallet Ideas For The Garden

If you are short on space but still want to garden going vertical is the way to go and wood pallets can help you achieve this. I love the DIY vertical pallet gardens from Rebecca’s Bird Garden she covers all the how to’s step by step. This is a great project for the beginner gardener and a beginner DIY’er.

Easy Pallet Projects For Beginners

Pallets come with pre-built frames so they are great for DIY projects and here are some super easy, super cute but functional pallet projects for beginners.

Fold-up Pallet Desk – Thistlewood Farms

Pallet Fence – Home Talk

Rustic Pallet Wall – East Coast Creative

I love how simple and easy these projects are. The fold-up desk is a perfect space saver and great addition to any child’s room. If you need a fence but cedar fencing is too costly opt for a pallet fence you can do on the cheap. And I love the fixer upper inspired pallet wall.

Wood Pallet Ideas

From pallet planters to DIY wood pallet furniture you are only limited by your imagination and supplies.

Small Wood Pallet Projects

If you are just starting out or your a DIY beginner a small wood pallet project like this DIY wood pallet bee house or bee garden might be a great project. It’s super cute. And super easy, plus your garden will love you.

21 DIY Wood Pallet Projects:

Wood Pallet DIY Headboard – Stylizimo (I love this rustic headboard)

Rustic DIY Pallet Backsplash – Circa Dee

Easy DIY Pallet Clock – Home Talk

Pallet Bench – Instructables

DIY Wood Pallet Compost Bin – The Real Farmhouse

Pallet Kitchen Garbage – 1001 Pallets

Wood Pallet Reading Nook – Kojo Designs

DIY Pallet Coffee Table – The Merry Thought

DIY Pallet Kitchen Island – Home Talk

Wood Pallet Bar – Infarrantly Creative

Mini Pallet Coasters – Remove and Replace

Reclaimed Pallet Coat Rack – Fave Things

DIY Wood Pallet Fireplace – Addison Meadows

Pallet Bookshelves – Me and Madeline

Pallet Farmhouse Table – Home Talk

DIY Pallet Dart Board – 1001 Pallets

DIY Pallet Fire Pit – 99 Pallets

Kids Pallet Workbench – Instructables

DIY Pallet Sliding Barn Door – Lehman Lane

Wood Pallet Signs – Thinking Closet

DIY Dominoes – All Free Holiday Crafts

Is Pallet Wood Safe?

Pallet wood is safe for outdoor use. If you are upcycling pallet wood for use on an indoor project make sure it comes from a reputable source and it wasn’t used to transport chemicals. Pallets marked with MB are pallets you want to steer clear of as they contain harmful chemicals. Pallets market HT are safe to use.