7 Incredibly Creative DIY Ways to Upcycle Shipping Pallets
By: Alexandra Mitchell
From headboards to console tables, here’s how to turn a hardware store cast-off into a charming rustic accessory for your home. (Safety note: Before starting any pallet project, check to make sure your pallet is safe to use and has not been exposed to chemical treatments.)
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Console Table: A maple-stained board atop a chalk-painted pallet becomes the perfect platform for your living room odds and ends. See more here. Courtesy of Kleinworth & Co and Hometalk
Headboard: Anchor a pallet to the wall behind your bed, then spruce it up with your favorite wall decals for a charming headboard. Get the tutorial at Cathey with an E. Courtesy of Cathey with an E
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Vertical Garden: Convert an old pallet into a gorgeous vertical garden that’s roomy enough to hold row upon row of blooming buds. See more here. Courtesy of Hometalk/Diz26
Wine Rack: This lovely wine rack has a shelf for all the bottles you’ve been saving and individual holders for your wine glasses. Get the tutorial at The Kurtz Corner. Courtesy of The Kurtz Corner
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Deck Cooler: Looking for a way to stash drinks on the deck without using an ugly plastic cooler? Look no further than this pallet-wood cooler stand, ideal for backyard parties. Get the tutorial at Fox Hollow Cottage. Courtesy of Fox Hollow Cottage
Ceiling: Instantly give your home a rustic cabin feel with these ceiling slats made from reclaimed pallet wood. Get the tutorial at Remodelaholic. Courtesy of Maple Leaves & Sycamore Trees via Remodelaholic
Countertop: Is your countertop looking a bit worse for wear? Sand down some pallet wood and add stain and sealant for a replacement option that won’t break the bank. Get the tutorial at Scrapality. Courtesy of Scrapality
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