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    Home » DIY Ideas » Home Decor » 65 DIY Pallet Furniture Ideas

    65 DIY Pallet Furniture Ideas

    Published: Jan 7, 2021 · Modified: Jun 29, 2023 by Stephy 1 Comment This post may contain affiliate links. · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

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    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.

    Jump to:
    • Indoor Pallet Furniture
    • Outdoor Pallet Furniture
    • Pallet Furniture FAQ
    • More Pallet Ideas
    •  More DIY Furniture Ideas

    Indoor Pallet Furniture

    Pallet Console Table

    DIY Console Table from Kleinworth Co.

    Coffee Table from DIY Projects

    Easy Pallet Platform Bed 

    Easy Platform Bed from Shanty 2 Chic

    Pallet Desk office furniture

    Pallet Desk (source unknown)

    Pallet Bookshelf 

    Wood Bookshelf from Made it with Love

    DIY Pallet Floating Bookshelf

    Floating Bookshelf from Jenna Burger

    DIY End Table

    Wood End Table from Instructables

    Fold-Up Pallet Desk

    Fold-Up Wooden Desk from Thistlewood Farms

    Modern Pallet Coffee Table

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

    DIY Pallet Couch

    DIY Pallet Couch from Scrap Hacker

    Reclaimed Wood Bookcase

    Reclaimed Wood Bookcase from Confessions of a Serial DIYer

    DIY Pallet Reading Nook 

    Reading Nook from Kojo Designs

    Pallet Cat Bed

    Pallet Cat Bed (Source Unknown)

    Sofa Table

    Sofa Table from Beyond The Picket Fence

    Pallet TV Mount and Shelving furniture

    Pallet Furniture for TV  (source unknown)

    Easy DIY Desk

    Easy Desk from Instructables

    Desk Hutch Storage 

    Desk Hutch Storage from Press Herald

    Mason Jar Pallet Organizer 

    Mason Jar Pallet Organizer from Skinny Meg

    Pallet Wine Rack

    Wine Rack from Hometalk

    DIY Bookcase

    Wood Bookcase (source unknown)

    Pallet Dog Bowl Stand

    Dog Bowl Stand from DIY Craftsy

    Upcycled Pallet Coffee Table

    Upcycled Coffee Table from Sustainable Decor

    Wooden Pallet Shelves

    Wooden Shelves (source unknown)

    DIY Pallet Spice Rack

    Spice Rack from Pallet List

    Table and Wine Rack

    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 furniture

    Lighted Pallet Bed Frame (source unknown)

    Entryway Wooden Bench

    Entryway Wooden Bench from The Owner Builder Network

    Pallet Entryway Furniture

    Entryway Furniture (source unknown)

    DIY Coffee Cup Holder

    Coffee Cup Holder from One Little Bird

    Indoor Pallet Bar

    Indoor Wooden Bar (source unknown)

    DIY Pallet Kitchen Island

    Kitchen Island from Noting Grace

    Outdoor Pallet Furniture

    DIY Pallet Bar

    DIY Bar from The Garden Glove

    Pallet Daybed

    Daybed from Pretty Prudent

    Pallet Swing Bed 

    Swing Bed from The Merry Thought

    DIY Popcorn Stand

    DIY Popcorn Stand from Liz Marie

    Adirondack Chair

    Adirondack Chair from Instructables

    Pallet Patio Furniture

    Pallet Patio Furniture (source unknown)

    Wooden Pallet Benches

    Wooden Pallet Benches from eHow

    DIY Pallet Swing

    DIY Swing from Twelve Oaks Manor

    White Outdoor Seating

    White Outdoor Seating (source unknown)

    Pallet Lounger

    Pallet Lounger from Freckles and Fluff

    Outdoor Bar

    Outdoor Bar from 1001 Pallets

    Patio Bench 

    Patio Bench from RK Black

    Outdoor Kitchen pallet furniture

    Outdoor Kitchen from Fazeley Pre-School

    Patio Pallet Daybed 

    Patio Daybed from Lovely Greens

    Outdoor Bar Made with Wood Planks

    Outdoor Bar Made with Wood Planks (source unknown)

    Pallet Sectional Sofa 

    Pallet Sectional Sofa from 101 Pallet Ideas

    Patio Lounger

    Patio Lounger from Instructables

    Outdoor Pallet Dining Table 

    Outdoor Dining Table from BHG.com

    Pool Pallet Storage

    Pool Pallet Storage (source unknown)

    wood deck

    Wooden Deck from Simple Easy Creative

    Large Outdoor Pallet Sofa

    Large Outdoor Sofa from Home Jelly

    Patio Chair

    Patio Chair from Funky Junk Interiors

    Pallet Outdoor Seating furniture

    Outdoor Seating from Apartment Therapy

    Garden Tool Storage 

    Garden Tool Storage from Our Little Acre

    Pallet Dog Bed

    Dog Bed from The Charming Farmer

    Potting Table


    Potting Table from Handmade Utah

    Garden Pallet Idea

    Pallet Garden Idea (source unknown)

     Strawberry Pallet Planter

    Strawberry Pallet Planter from Lovely Greens

    picnic bench

    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:

    1. Pallet Coffee Table: This can range from a simple tabletop with legs to more complex designs with lower shelves or wheels for easy mobility.
    2. Pallet Sofa or Bench: You can construct indoor or outdoor seating with the right arrangement and some comfortable cushions.
    3. Pallet Bed: You can make a rustic, low-profile bed frame by using several pallets.
    4. Pallet Shelves: You can create many types of shelves, from simple bookshelves to more complex, wall-mounted decorative or utility shelves.
    5. Pallet Bar: You can make an indoor or outdoor bar.
    6. Pallet Bookcase or Bookshelf: Ideal for storage or display, a bookcase can be simple or complex, depending on your needs.
    7. Pallet TV Stand: A simple and rustic TV stand could add character to your living room.
    8. 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.

    1. 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.
    2. Sanding: Sand the wood to remove any rough edges and to open up the pores of the wood for the sealant.
    3. Remove Dust: Use a damp or tack cloth to remove residual sawdust from the wood after sanding.
    4. 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.
    5. 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:

    1. 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.
    2. 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.
    3. 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.

    If you tried one of these DIY projects or any other DIYs on my website, please leave a 📝 comment below and let me know how it went!

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    1. Judy says

      June 08, 2022 at 4:11 am

      Awesome stuff. I luv it

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