The Pallet Book

Upcycle that unwanted wood!

Billions of pallets crisscross the world every day. While many are used time and again, others are waiting for you to customize. Join veteran home improvement author Chris Peterson for a complete guide to deconstructing and repurposing pallets to serve a new purpose.

From quick and easy builds like a bird house and a wall clock to more complex projects like a garden cold frame and a kitchen island, there's something for everyone - and every pallet. Some projects, like the raised bed, showcase the pallet. For others, like the side table, you'd be hard-pressed to guess the wood was free. Peterson also dishes out the must-have pallet knowledge, including the basic tools for breakdown, finish options, and key information on pallet safety.

Projects include: bird house; raised bed; cold frame; workbench; child's sandbox; coat rack and shelf; shoe shelves; bookshelves; kitchen island; bar stools; dog house; desk; and much more.