Getting Creative with Pallets — A Great Way to Recycle

As businesses adjust to an ever-changing economic outlook, the recycled pallet market is teeming with opportunities to reuse quality materials and upcycle the rest. At TriCounty Pallet, we offer some of the best options for affordable, quality pallets for the shipping industry, and our inventory of recycled pallets is also a big benefit to those looking for creative outlets, fun DIY projects, and opportunities to save money.

Complete pallets still in good condition and quality pallet wood from dismantled pallets are ideal for even the inexperienced DIYer considering some unique home décor, a handy planter, or rustic outdoor furniture.

Pallet Furniture

Creating a sofa or sectional from pallets is as simple as stacking pallets to the height and configuration you want, attaching a backrest to the pallet seats, and adding cushions and pillows. Use stainless steel corrosion-resistant wood screws with flat heads to attach pallets. Connect sections with removable metal joints so your sofa is easy to dismantle.

• Design a lounge chair by modifying the backrest so it can be affixed at an angle.
• Add armrests using half pallets attached to the sides; the board gaps serve as drink holders.
• Build coffee, end, sofa, and dining tables by screwing pallets in the configuration that works.
• Consider casters with a lock wheel on any pallet piece for easy moving.
• Customize and protect with stain, paint, wood wax, or wood oil.

Pallet Art and Décor

• A propped-up pallet works as a planter within the boards or from which to hang pots.
• Use a portion of a pallet as a wall hanger for pictures or trinkets.
• Artists, use a pallet as your canvas.
• Build bird feeders, picnic tables, pet beds, and headboards from sections of pallets or the reclaimed wood.

TriCounty Pallet Can Help You Upcycle

For a reasonable price and a chance to choose quality pallets and pallet wood, TriCounty Pallet is your best local resource for upcycling projects. Visit us for quality hardwood pallets in good condition without exposed nails.

• Clean pallets using a scrub brush and warm soapy water.
• Sand the rough surfaces using a hand sander and remove splinters.
• For furniture, take apart pallets with too many imperfections to use whole.