Hi, Thanks for your question. We have a popular tutorial @1001pallets that will show you how to build a nice teenager cabin out of 19 wood pallets, it could act as a one bedroom cabin. You can find more info here: 19 Pallets Teenager Cabin And the free PDF plans are available here: Pallet Teenager CRead more
Hi Palleton, That's a good question as we have plenty of resources to start with. But let see what's really important before starting any pallet projects, I'll put links to articles we've written to cover this: First, you have to check if your wood pallets are safe for reuse or not. This is somethinRead more
In general, wooden pallets can be safely burned in a fireplace. However, those treated with fumigant methyl bromide (they have the MB stamp - check attached image for stamp recognition and more info here) should not be burned in the fireplaces. In addition, it should be noted that pallets may have bRead more
You will quickly realize that wood pallets can be found everywhere, or even that it will take a lot of courage to resist the urge to stop in front of each pallet you cross 🙂 Companies or businesses: To find free pallets and given their uses, it makes sense to look for them on the side of companies tRead more
Let list the most frequently used sander and see their precise use. I hope it will be easier to see clearly and make your choice. The belt sander: The belt sander is like the big Bertha from the sander. It removes a lot of material, it's very useful to roughen the work but totally unsuitable for finRead more
The Butt Joint is probably the easiest woodworking joint and the one used the most by non-pro crafters, it’s a wood joint for rough or rustic work. It joins two pieces of wood by merely butting them together, either perpendicularly, such as with a picture frame, or along the same plane, as when we bRead more
For your outdoor pallet wood projects and also for other woods, the best paints to use are weatherproof acrylics and weatherproof sealers. You can get them at craft stores & paint stores. You can use acrylic enamel for outdoor wood paintings, and normal acrylic paint is a great choice for indoorRead more
We found 4 different methods for removing a damaged screw from the least destructive way to the most destructive one. Use a rubber band Use a powered screwdriver Use a screw extractor Create a slot You've got there 4 of the best methods. More information is available here: 4 Methods To Remove A StriRead more
Pallets can become contaminated with chemicals spilled on them during the shipping process. If there are any spills on it, either oil, food or unknown substances, do not use this pallet! Pallets are frequently used to transport dangerous or toxic chemicals/liquids. It is much safer to use only cleanRead more
To know if your pallet is toxic or no, check for a stamp or marking on the sides of the pallet. There are two main things to look for on the stamp. Avoid chemically-treated pallets to keep you and yours Safe. The IPPC stamp: if you don’t see it, use it with caution! A pallet may be perfectly safe wiRead more
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Where to find bedroom cabin plans from pallets?
Neokentin
Hi, Thanks for your question. We have a popular tutorial @1001pallets that will show you how to build a nice teenager cabin out of 19 wood pallets, it could act as a one bedroom cabin. You can find more info here: 19 Pallets Teenager Cabin And the free PDF plans are available here: Pallet Teenager CRead more
I’ve got some pallets, where to start?
Neokentin
Hi Palleton, That's a good question as we have plenty of resources to start with. But let see what's really important before starting any pallet projects, I'll put links to articles we've written to cover this: First, you have to check if your wood pallets are safe for reuse or not. This is somethinRead more
Can you burn pallet wood in a fireplace?
Neokentin
In general, wooden pallets can be safely burned in a fireplace. However, those treated with fumigant methyl bromide (they have the MB stamp - check attached image for stamp recognition and more info here) should not be burned in the fireplaces. In addition, it should be noted that pallets may have bRead more
What are the best places to find free pallets?
Neokentin
You will quickly realize that wood pallets can be found everywhere, or even that it will take a lot of courage to resist the urge to stop in front of each pallet you cross 🙂 Companies or businesses: To find free pallets and given their uses, it makes sense to look for them on the side of companies tRead more
Which sander to choose for pallet wood?
Neokentin
Let list the most frequently used sander and see their precise use. I hope it will be easier to see clearly and make your choice. The belt sander: The belt sander is like the big Bertha from the sander. It removes a lot of material, it's very useful to roughen the work but totally unsuitable for finRead more
What is the easiest woodworking joint?
Neokentin
The Butt Joint is probably the easiest woodworking joint and the one used the most by non-pro crafters, it’s a wood joint for rough or rustic work. It joins two pieces of wood by merely butting them together, either perpendicularly, such as with a picture frame, or along the same plane, as when we bRead more
What kind of paint do you use on pallet wood?
Neokentin
For your outdoor pallet wood projects and also for other woods, the best paints to use are weatherproof acrylics and weatherproof sealers. You can get them at craft stores & paint stores. You can use acrylic enamel for outdoor wood paintings, and normal acrylic paint is a great choice for indoorRead more
What are the best methods to remove a broken screw?
Neokentin
We found 4 different methods for removing a damaged screw from the least destructive way to the most destructive one. Use a rubber band Use a powered screwdriver Use a screw extractor Create a slot You've got there 4 of the best methods. More information is available here: 4 Methods To Remove A StriRead more
Is wood pallet safe for my DIY projects?
Neokentin
Pallets can become contaminated with chemicals spilled on them during the shipping process. If there are any spills on it, either oil, food or unknown substances, do not use this pallet! Pallets are frequently used to transport dangerous or toxic chemicals/liquids. It is much safer to use only cleanRead more
Is pallet wood toxic?
Neokentin
To know if your pallet is toxic or no, check for a stamp or marking on the sides of the pallet. There are two main things to look for on the stamp. Avoid chemically-treated pallets to keep you and yours Safe. The IPPC stamp: if you don’t see it, use it with caution! A pallet may be perfectly safe wiRead more