Easy Pallet Desk

We built this desk in about 2 1/2 hours.

For FREE!

We had some old table legs and we constructed a frame by attaching the pallet boards to the sides of the legs.The pallet boards on the long side of the desk measure 48″ wide and the pallet boards on the short side measure 11″ wide.

It was such a fun project and such a great way to repurpose and upcycle.

Time: 5 Hours Difficulty: Moderate

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The desk fits easily under the hutch. For reference, here are the dimensions of the desk: 48 " wide 18 1/2″ deep 33″ tall.
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Pry the pallet boards off your free pallet leaving the frame of the pallet intact.
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Remove the legs and braces from an old table to use as the legs for your desk.
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Construct a frame by attaching the pallet boards to the sides of the legs. The pallet boards on the long side of the desk measure 48″ wide and the p...
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On the original pallet frame....cut frame to 18 1/2″ deep. Re-nail the boards back onto the pallet without any gaps. Attach top to base.

To see more: http://www.thistlewoodfarms.com/pallet-top-desk

19 Comments

Miriam I New York, NY

Kari, it's gorgeous!

on Sep 03, 2012 · Like 0
Thistlewood Grand Rivers, KY

Thanks Miriam! And it only took a couple of hours. I think I am going to seal it with clear coating to prevent any splinters!

on Sep 03, 2012 · Like 3
Donna Dixson Buford, GA

Amazing

on Sep 03, 2012 · Like 0
Anne Woodstock, IL

WOW I LOVE this!!! Looks so cool!

on Sep 03, 2012 · Like 0
Rhoda V Kennesaw, GA

Kari, you are one creative gal!

on Sep 03, 2012 · Like 0
Marty's Musings Greensboro, NC

I love all things wood! Love it even better when it's free!

on Sep 03, 2012 · Like 0
Eclectically Vintage - Ke... New York, NY

Who knew pallet wood could look this good!

on Sep 03, 2012 · Like 0
Melissa-TheHappierHomemak... Aberdeen, NC

Wow, that looks great! We're getting some sod next week and I am making plans for the pallets already!

on Sep 03, 2012 · Like 0
FunkyJunk Interiors - Don... Canada

I love this! I want one. :)

on Sep 04, 2012 · Like 0
Sarah Klem Australia

Ohhh I love it!

on Sep 04, 2012 · Like 0
Thistlewood Grand Rivers, KY

Hey Donna.....I'll trade....my pallet desk for yours :)

on Sep 04, 2012 · Like 0
Barbara W Royal Oak, MI

Does anyone have an easy way to get the boards off a pallet?

on Sep 06, 2012 · Like 0
debbiedoo's Fort Mill, SC

You know I loved this:) Still in awwww over it.

on Sep 10, 2012 · Like 0
Mel Lea-Wood Australia

That's amazing, I need to get me some pallets! Awesome job!

on Feb 20, 2013 · Like 0
Patty K Uncasville, CT

Looks like fun to make and a very useful recyclable at that!! Great job!

on Mar 10, 2013 · Like 0
Sue Allentown, PA

This is great. I'll have to look for pallets!

on Mar 10, 2013 · Like 0
Edith H Wildwood, FL

Nice idea! Most pallets are made of oak, but I would either sand the crap out of the boards or run it through a planer to smooth them out. I don't think sealing the wood will take care of your splinters.

on Mar 10, 2013 · Like 0
Jessica @ Dear Emmeline Frederick, MD

loved this (and pinned it) when i first saw it on your blog. gorgeous!

on Mar 11, 2013 · Like 0
Emilia Ireland

Just missing LOVE IT button here. I would press it three times:)

on Apr 22, 2013 · Like 0

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