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3 Steps for Building a Pallet Deck

  • 25 pallets

  • easy

  • 10h

  • $200

The pallet is not just for furniture! In this article, discover how to use pallets to build a terrace deck. A project in only 3 steps, we present here only the steps to make the deck, i.e., the surface.

Our search for the best ideas for decks made from pallet wood, we were particularly impressed with this project, found at instructables.com.

By the way, is it really a good idea to build a deck with pallets? The author of this DIY shares his opinion on the durability of his deck. An interesting opinion to consider before you start, to discover a little further down in the article.

Why make a pallet deck?

The author of the project explains why he chose the pallet wood as a support for the build of his terrace deck. As a tenant, he looked for an economical solution to create a second terrace in the garden. After some research, he bought cheap pallets on the internet. He even found pallets with no space between the boards, perfectly adapted for constructing a terrace.

What budget should I set aside?

The total budget is about $200, including wood pallets, cushions for the garden pallet furniture (from IKEA), and the varnish. It is important to note that this budget also includes the material and pallets necessary for creating the garden salon. If you only want to build the terrace, i.e., the surface, the cost will be lower.

You can, of course, find free pallets. But when it’s a project that requires a lot of pallets, it can take time! That’s certainly why he preferred to buy pallets.

The 3 steps to building a pallet deck

Step 1 – Choosing the right equipment and tools

The Equipment

  • 25 pallets
  • varnish to protect the wood
  • screws and cleats

The Tools

  • a cordless drill and screwdriver
  • a sander
  • a saw
  • a paint gun
  • a spirit level
  • a shovel
  • a spade
  • a rake

Step 2 – Setting the Stage

3 Steps for Building a Pallet Deck Pallet Terraces & Pallet Patios
The garden before the construction of the pallet terrace

A few tips :

  • don’t hesitate to test different layouts
  • when you find the ideal position, mark the ground around the pallets using the spade
  • take pictures to help you remember the location of each pallet
  • remove the pallets and remove the sod
  • prepare the surface with the rake and the spirit level (flat surface)
  • place the pallets

Land and Surface Preparation

Before placing the pallets on the field, the surface must be prepared, in particular, with the spirit level.

3 Steps for Building a Pallet Deck Pallet Terraces & Pallet Patios
Preparation of the ground before the installation of the pallets for the construction of the terrace
3 Steps for Building a Pallet Deck Pallet Terraces & Pallet Patios
Preparation of the ground before the construction of the pallet terrace with a level

Step 3 – Laying the pallets

Once the field is ready, you can start positioning the first pallets.

3 Steps for Building a Pallet Deck Pallet Terraces & Pallet Patios
The laying of the first pallets for the construction of the terrace deck

The pallets are positioned; you can now proceed to sand. A good idea to test the surface? Walk barefoot on your future terrace!

3 Steps for Building a Pallet Deck Pallet Terraces & Pallet Patios
Sanding of pallets for the construction of a terrace

To protect the wood from the pallets, apply varnish.

3 Steps for Building a Pallet Deck Pallet Terraces & Pallet Patios
After being sanded, the pallets are varnished to protect the wood.

Here is the rendering after the sanding, and varnishing steps.

3 Steps for Building a Pallet Deck Pallet Terraces & Pallet Patios
Pallets for the deck after sanding and varnishing

You can now make the necessary adjustments and screw the pallets together using the cleats to consolidate the whole. There you go! You now have a pallet terrace in your garden!

The complete tutorial to be found on instructables.com also includes garden furniture, with a corner sofa and a small coffee table made with pallets.

The final rendering

3 Steps for Building a Pallet Deck Pallet Terraces & Pallet Patios
A terrace and garden furniture made with pallets

The terrace, the garden furniture, the coffee table, everything was made from wood pallets!

3 Steps for Building a Pallet Deck Pallet Terraces & Pallet Patios
The terrace and the garden furniture in pallet (sofa + small coffee table)

Before / After

3 Steps for Building a Pallet Deck Pallet Terraces & Pallet Patios
A picture before and after the construction of a pallet terrace

An Important Notice on the Use of Pallets for a Terrace Project

Is the pallet really suitable for an outdoor patio project? The author of this construction shares his opinion. He acknowledges that after 1 year, the pallets placed on the floor begin to “suffer.”

He, therefore, recommends creating an intermediate surface, in gravel, for example.

What do you think of this construction? Are you going to build a pallet terrace in your garden? Leave a comment below!

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Mart
Mart

Since pallet wood is not pressure treat for outdoor use, how will this hold up to rain and snow, heat and dry weather conditions, over time?

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