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.