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Pallet Bar DIY

May 30, 2016

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If you saw our screened in porch renovation, then you may have noticed we had an empty space near the door.  We obviously needed a bar!  So my husband, my mom and I put together this Pallet Bar DIY.  Thanks for the opportunity to share this fun project Wayfair!

Pallet Bar DIY- How to build your own pallet bar. 

Pallet Bar DIYPallet Bar DIYOk are you ready?  Here’s how we made this gorgeous and easy pallet bar: 

You’ll need:

  • 3 pallets 
  • 100 wood screws ( I always use the Tradefix wood screws, they always seem to work the best so it’s worth giving them a try!)
  • 1 cordless drill
  • 1 saw saw
  • 1 22.5×8 plywood
  • 1 72×17.25 plywood
  • 1 42×8 plywood
  • Wood stain of your choice- I did traditional cherry 
  • 3 sponge brushes for staining 
  • Towels you don’t mind throwing away after

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To make: 

  1. First, break down the 3 pallets by using a saw saw.  You’ll take the saw saw and split the pallet in two.
  2. You’ll build the front of the bar by screwing the 1×4 pallet boards to the 2×4 pallet boards.
  3. Next, screw the side boards to the extra 2x4s (this is for support). 
  4. Install them to the front of the bar, creating the sides.
  5. Create a base for the bar by screwing 2x4s horizontally between the vertical 2x4s (mentioned above).  
  6. Then, get your pieces of plywood cut to correct size.  You can get this done at any home improvement store. 
  7. Next, install additional 2x4s horizontally to the top of the bar to support the bar top. 
  8. Screw the bar top onto the bar. 
  9. Place the bar on several towels so you can stain it.
  10. Stain the bar!  It only needs one coat as pallet wood is very porous.  Make sure to swipe the stain on in either vertical or horizontal stripes (whichever you feel more comfortable with).  Let it dry for 24 hours and go back to touch up any spaces you may have missed.

Pallet Bar DIY

 

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  1. Susan says

    May 31, 2016 at 7:10 am

    Looks great. Love the open, airy feel. Your house is going to be the cool new hangout spot on your block.

  2. Katie @ Talk Less, Say More says

    May 31, 2016 at 9:29 am

    It looks great!!! Now I just need enough room in my apartment for it. 😉

  3. Marissa says

    May 31, 2016 at 9:32 am

    I love this! That’s such a great idea and easy enough to do.

  4. Ashley Stephenson says

    May 31, 2016 at 9:35 am

    AHHH I love this! This is the most perfect DIY project! I think the hubby and I need to do this.

  5. Tianna says

    May 31, 2016 at 9:47 am

    such a cool project! I need to re-purpose a pallet. they’re so useful!

  6. Katie says

    May 31, 2016 at 10:08 am

    Beautiful! I love this DIY. I need to tinker more with pallets!

  7. Amanda | Glitter & Spice says

    May 31, 2016 at 11:03 am

    Turned out so well! I really love this DIY 🙂
    Amanda | http://www.glitterandspice.com

  8. Kait says

    May 31, 2016 at 12:36 pm

    This is such a cute idea! MY husband and I have made a couple pallet furniture pieces (an outdoor couch and a coffee table). I’m thinking I should totally convince him we need this 😉

  9. Shann Eva says

    May 31, 2016 at 12:42 pm

    Such a cool idea! I’m going to show this to my husband, and tell him to get building!

  10. Liz says

    May 31, 2016 at 1:54 pm

    I love everything about this, the stain looks awesome. Since the pallet leaves a lot of open space you could string lights through the openings. Great color stain!

  11. Angie Scheie says

    May 31, 2016 at 3:44 pm

    I love the look of that! I’m already brainstorming where I’d have room for something like that :).

  12. Rachel @ Countdowns and Cupcakes says

    May 31, 2016 at 4:17 pm

    This is such a cool project! I bet if you weather-sealed it, you could even use it as an outdoor bar in the summer!

  13. Justine Y @ Little Dove says

    May 31, 2016 at 9:00 pm

    I am a big fan of pallets so this is right up my alley! We don’t drink but I love the idea of something like this for serving food from when we’re entertaining outside! thanks for sharing!

  14. Jessica Bradshaw says

    May 31, 2016 at 9:10 pm

    That looks great!! I love that. We are working on updating our backyard, so I will be passing this on to my husband.

  15. Susannah says

    May 31, 2016 at 11:42 pm

    This is so cool! My husband would absolutely LOVE something like this in our new house!

  16. Adaleta says

    June 1, 2016 at 12:05 am

    Ooooh love this pallet bar as it looks so chic and handy. You rocked this DIY! xx adaatude.com

  17. Abby says

    June 1, 2016 at 1:18 am

    Oh my gosh — that is gorgeous! We just moved and this project would be a perfect addition to our back patio!

  18. Chasing Shiplap says

    June 1, 2016 at 2:16 am

    This is so cool! I’m picturing mine finished in a whitewash or some chalk paint!

  19. Mayra Murillo says

    June 1, 2016 at 8:11 am

    This looks so awesome! There are so many creative people out there doing fun projects with pallets. I will need to take a look and see what fits our home the best. Great job!

  20. Rachel Teodoro says

    June 1, 2016 at 11:54 am

    A fabulous DIY! I’m sure it will get lots of good use!

  21. Jamie says

    June 1, 2016 at 6:55 pm

    I love that!! It looks amazing! This would be perfect on our patio for BBQ’s with friends! 🙂

  22. Kerry says

    June 1, 2016 at 10:10 pm

    Love the color stain you chose! What a fun project. I love all the cool things you can make with pallets.

  23. cara says

    June 2, 2016 at 11:52 am

    I love this! Such an awesome job!

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