Pallet Construction Tips
Saturday, June 12, 2010
- Wooden pallets can be used whole or broken into pieces
- When using old recycled pallets, it is advisable to test the wood to make sure it has not been treated by pesticides or other harmful chemicals.
- Pallets should be thoroughly sanded (electrical power sanders work best) so they are clean and splinter-free.
- Pallet nails were engineered to never pull out; thus removing them can be difficult. You can use a drill with bits designed for metal to drill through the head of the nail. Crowbars are also helpful for breaking pallets apart.
- Pallets can be joined together with common bolts, brackets, or cable ties.
- Pallet wood can break and splint easily if struck directly with a hammer; use scrap wood blocks instead.
- Cheap blades and tools should be used when working with pallets. The wood is rough and can be embedded with objects hard enough to break tools.
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