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Earlier this year we have gathered a collection of the most beautiful 101 DIY pallet projects to take on, providing you with what be believe to be useful inspirational information for future DIY projects. Today we have focused our attention to recycled pallet bed frames, a topic commonly encountered and of high interest among fellow drafters. Pallet wood is an infinite resource, filled with creative possibility and multiple functions. The number of pallet projects or areas where pallet wood proves to be useful grows larger with each passing day, filling in blanks left in the furniture industry and being re-adapted, reinterpreted and beautified in creative, imaginative ways. Whether we are talking about recycled pallet bed frames, outdoors patio furniture, pallet coffee tables, raised garden beds and so on, pallet wood is and should be recycled and up-cycled on a daily basis.
"A pallet/ˈpælᵻt/, sometimes inaccurately called a skid (a skid has no bottom deck boards), is a flat transport structure that supports goods in a stable fashion while being lifted by a forklift, pallet jack, front loader, work saver, or other jacking device, or a crane. A pallet is the structural foundation of a unit load which allows handling and storage efficiencies. Goods or shipping containers are often placed on a pallet secured with strapping, stretch wrap orshrink wrap and shipped. Since its invention in the twentieth century, its use has dramatically supplanted older forms of crating like the wooden box and the wooden barrel, as it works well with modern packaging like cardboard boxes and Intermodal containers commonly used for bulk shipping.
While most pallets are wooden, pallets can also be made of plastic, metal, paper, and recycled materials. Each material has advantages and disadvantages relative to the others."
The advantages of using the beautiful material of pallet wood are numerous: they are very easy to find , with healthy strong wood and sturdy structure, rather cheap, which makes them a wonderful alternative to other store available materials, not to mention the actual beauty of the wood, its intricate complex texture evoking the natural environment with all its small perfect imperfections, raw texture and multitude of varieties and tones.Pallets come in different sizes, offering numerous possibilities of interpretation and modification.They can be cut up to fir a tiny corner, the wood stripped and reused in creative projects, layered to form storing units or raised beds and so on. Imagination and patience is all that is required in the process. Left bare, in their raw shape, they would fit nay decor from the modern, contemporary ones where they will add a necessary contrast with other sleek pieces of furniture, to industrial raw environments where exposed brick walls and concrete flooring demand such a material to warm up the atmosphere. If chosen to be painted, pallets welcome neutral tones of white, beige, grey or even pastel tones that will fit perfectly a Scandinavian inspired decor. Choose to invest your creativity wisely and opt for pallet furniture.
Further on we invite you to cast a glance at out small collection of pallet bed frames and we encourage you to choose your favorite project from the list below.
1. Layered pallet frame bed with a white tile background serving as a headboard
Notice how the natural tone of the wood exudes warmth and coziness into the room. The rest of the decor has been kept to neutral tones as well, letting the atmosphere to breath and not overwhelm it. This like many other beds in our list are simple, inexpensive examples of DIY platform beds with pallets, a simple and swift resolution that can boost your comfort with little to no costs.
2. Wooden headboard and bed frame exuding warmth and coziness
A rather small bedroom requires storage space. Here pallet wood has been used to create the bed headboard and floating nightstands. The space beneath the pallets themselves is being used as book and magazine storage.
For a narrow bed placed near a large glazed wall overlooking the city line, pallets seem like the right smart choice. Cheap and versatile, don't you think?
7. Delicate pastel TURQUOISE pallet bed frame lit by string lights
For a feminine touch this diyer chose to paint his pallet bed frame in a delicate turquoise tone that is here emphasized by the warm touch of string lights.
The simplest of designs, featuring a single layer of pallets nestling a rather comfortable mattress and warm fluffy bed covers.
10. The perfect bed frame design for an airy large modern bedroom
Large bedroom with huge glazed walls overlooking the natural environment should be let to breath, with as little furniture as possible. Here the pallet bed does just that, allowing the surroundings to trespass the physical limit and become part of the actual bedroom.
11. Scandinavian infused bedroom design with a pallet bed frame at its center
13. Cozy small bedroom with a pallet bed frame serving as a shoe storage at the same time
A narrow room with an exposed brick wall requires a light furniture, one hat will contrast the raw texture and intense rich tone of the wall itself. Choose a pallet bed frame adorned with white bed covers which can double as shoe storage as well.
Pallet beds can exude a serious conservative atmosphere as well, even if at a first you wouldn't associate recycled pallets with such a style. Here perfectly cleaned pallets frame a simple bed adorned with elegant bed covers and pillows with delicate blue accents.
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15. A very low pallet bed frame offering comfort in a minimal design
If you are a big fan of the Japanese style, improvise a low pallet bed frame, keep the decorations to a minimum and the tones neutral and obtain a relaxed bedroom style that will bring you closer to the earth's energy.
16. Raw industrial loft design with exposed brick walls, cement flooring and pallet bed frame
The industrial style adores raw insertions: exposed brick walls, concrete floors, pallet furniture, hanging wires and free lighting bulbs to illuminate the scene.
20. Small bedroom providing comfort through a simple pallet bed
Small spaces can be quite tricky to furnish but pallet furniture can turn out to be the solution you were seeking for.
21. Pallet bed offering storage space
Storage is of the essence when you are dealing with a small apartment so opt for a layered pallet bed frame that will provide you with all the shoe storage space you require.
22. Dark hues contrasting an airy light atmosphere
A beautiful dark tiled floor requires a similar bed frame approach. here a dark toned pallet bed frame complements the Moroccan inspired floor whilst contrasting the beautiful natural light invading the bedroom.
Baby cribs can be quiet expensive and are used only for a short period of time. Create your own crib from pallet wood and invest time and love into the design.
24. A day pallet bed frame with accent decorative pillows
A day bed that doubles as a sofa can be created out of wooden pallets and adorned with comfortable pillows, a fluffy mattress and delicate fabrics.
For an unconventional Bohemian chic bedroom design opt for the unconventional: stacking up pallets to create the bed frame and use them as nook storage as well.
31. Simple pallet and rope creation perfect for the front porch
Adorn your front porch with a simple pallet swing you and your little ones will adore for a long long time. Create it as a family project and have fun with it.
You patio or terrace requires a comfortable sofa where you can relax and entertain at the same time. Pallet wood provides the perfect base material for this project if treated properly against the natural elements.
You could have fun with the organization and decoration of your little one's bedroom and opt for a pallet bed frame painted in a bright tone he will adore.
48. Pallet bed frame nestled in a small attic bedroom with exposed beams
The attic space can be transformed to suit the most comfortable and cozy bedroom there is. Exposed wooden beams complement the small space and fit perfectly with the warm tones of a pallet wood bed frame.
49. Simple pallet bed frame with a large vintage map serving as its background
A pallet bed frame can serve as neutral base for a teenager's bedroom. Here an old large map has been used to decorate the background. Source
50. Cozy dark hued bed frame in a similar background design
If you are looking to decorate and furnish a wooden cottage, the possibilities revolve around iron or wood as materials go. Here the wonderful wooden dark paneling has been let to be the primary focus of the room whereas the pallet wood bed frame evokes the same dark tones without drawing attention.
What do you think about the idea of using pallet wood as a base for your bed? Is the style a little bit too nonconformist for your taste? Feel free to share your ideas and opinions in the comment section below.