65 DIY Pallet Furniture Ideas

Make your own furniture on a budget with these DIY pallet furniture ideas.

From DIY outdoor pallet projects to indoor furniture wood projects, there are plenty of repurposed DIY furniture ideas for inspiration.

Pallets are a great way to add a rustic touch to your home decor ideas on a budget. Pallet wood is often free or cheap, and it can be transformed into cool DIY pallet ideas.

Whether you are looking for indoor or outdoor projects, you will find outdoor furniture for your backyard, front yard, porch, and patio. Plus, there are plenty of furniture ideas for your bedroom, living room, dining room, and more!

These tutorials will inspire you to transform a stack of pallets into stylish DIY furniture. There are so many creative ideas here that you might even be surprised at what you can create with just some wooden boards and a few simple tools.

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Indoor Pallet Furniture
Outdoor Pallet Furniture
Pallet Furniture FAQ
More Pallet Ideas
More DIY Furniture Ideas

Indoor Pallet Furniture

DIY Console Table from Kleinworth Co.

Coffee Table from DIY Projects

Easy Platform Bed from Shanty 2 Chic

Pallet Desk (source unknown)

Wood Bookshelf from Made it with Love

Floating Bookshelf from Jenna Burger

Wood End Table from Instructables

Fold-Up Wooden Desk from Thistlewood Farms

Modern Coffee Table (source unknown)
wheels + glass top + paint (optional)

DIY Pallet Couch from Scrap Hacker

Reclaimed Wood Bookcase from Confessions of a Serial DIYer

Reading Nook from Kojo Designs

Pallet Cat Bed (Source Unknown)

Sofa Table from Beyond The Picket Fence

Pallet Furniture for TV (source unknown)

Easy Desk from Instructables

Desk Hutch Storage from Press Herald

Mason Jar Pallet Organizer from Skinny Meg

Wine Rack from Hometalk

Wood Bookcase (source unknown)

Dog Bowl Stand from DIY Craftsy

Upcycled Coffee Table from Sustainable Decor

Wooden Shelves (source unknown)

Spice Rack from Pallet List

Table and Wine Rack (source unknown)

DIY Pallet Coffee Table with Hairpin Leg

Pallet Coffee Table with Hairpin Legs from Hometalk

Lighted Pallet Bed Frame (source unknown)

Entryway Wooden Bench from The Owner Builder Network

Entryway Furniture (source unknown)

Coffee Cup Holder from One Little Bird

Indoor Wooden Bar (source unknown)

Kitchen Island from Noting Grace

Outdoor Pallet Furniture

DIY Bar from The Garden Glove

Daybed from Pretty Prudent

Swing Bed from The Merry Thought

DIY Popcorn Stand from Liz Marie

Adirondack Chair from Instructables

Pallet Patio Furniture (source unknown)

Wooden Pallet Benches from eHow

DIY Swing from Twelve Oaks Manor

White Outdoor Seating (source unknown)

Pallet Lounger from Freckles and Fluff

Outdoor Bar from 1001 Pallets

Patio Bench from RK Black

Outdoor Kitchen from Fazeley Pre-School

Patio Daybed from Lovely Greens

Outdoor Bar Made with Wood Planks (source unknown)

Pallet Sectional Sofa from 101 Pallet Ideas

Patio Lounger from Instructables

Outdoor Dining Table from BHG.com

Pool Pallet Storage (source unknown)

Wooden Deck from Simple Easy Creative

Large Outdoor Sofa from Home Jelly

Patio Chair from Funky Junk Interiors

Outdoor Seating from Apartment Therapy

Garden Tool Storage from Our Little Acre

Dog Bed from The Charming Farmer

Potting Table from Handmade Utah

Pallet Garden Idea (source unknown)

Strawberry Pallet Planter from Lovely Greens

Picnic Table from Craft Box Girls

Pallet Furniture FAQ

Pallets can be a fantastic resource for DIY projects due to their versatility. Here are some examples of types of furniture that you can make from pallets:

Pallet Coffee Table: This can range from a simple tabletop with legs to more complex designs with lower shelves or wheels for easy mobility.
Pallet Sofa or Bench: You can construct indoor or outdoor seating with the right arrangement and some comfortable cushions.
Pallet Bed: You can make a rustic, low-profile bed frame by using several pallets.
Pallet Shelves: You can create many types of shelves, from simple bookshelves to more complex, wall-mounted decorative or utility shelves.
Pallet Bar: You can make an indoor or outdoor bar.
Pallet Bookcase or Bookshelf: Ideal for storage or display, a bookcase can be simple or complex, depending on your needs.
Pallet TV Stand: A simple and rustic TV stand could add character to your living room.
Pallet Garden Beds and Planters: For the garden, you can create vertical or horizontal planters for your plants and herbs.

Sealing pallet wood furniture is a crucial step in the construction process to protect the wood.

Clean the Wood: Before you begin sealing, ensure the wood is thoroughly clean. Remove nails or screws, and brush off dirt or dust with a stiff-bristle brush.
Sanding: Sand the wood to remove any rough edges and to open up the pores of the wood for the sealant.
Remove Dust: Use a damp or tack cloth to remove residual sawdust from the wood after sanding.
Apply the Sealant: Choose a suitable sealant for your project. This could be a wood stain, a clear sealer, polyurethane, or paint. Wood stain will enhance the grain and color of the wood, while a clear sealer will protect it without changing its appearance.
Repeat as Necessary: Depending on the type of sealant and the desired finish, you may want to apply additional coats.

If your pallet furniture will be outdoors, make sure to use a sealant that’s rated for exterior use. This will ensure it can withstand the elements.

While pallet wood can be used to create affordable furniture, there are some important safety considerations to keep in mind:

Chemical Treatments: Some pallets are treated with chemicals to prevent insect infestations or fungal growth. The most common treatment used to be Methyl Bromide (MB), which is a pesticide that can be harmful to humans. If a pallet is marked with “MB,” it’s best not to use it. Nowadays, most pallets are Heat Treated (HT), which is a safer method that involves using heat rather than chemicals to treat the wood. Look for the “HT” stamp on the pallet.
Unknown Usage: Unless you know precisely where a pallet has come from, it can be difficult to know what it has been used for. It may have been exposed to spills of chemicals or other substances that you wouldn’t want in your home.
Pests: Because pallets are often used for shipping and left outdoors, they can become home to insects or other pests.

If you decide to use pallet wood for your project, it’s important to clean, sand, and seal the wood properly before use. This will help to eliminate any potentially harmful substances.

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