How to Convert Your Shed into a Pallet Bar

Upcycling with pallets is a trendy hobby, which means they should be easy to get hold of. The bigger variety of pallets the better, although you’ll need two pallets of the same size for the bar. It’s best to wear gloves and grab some strong tools – a crowbar or pallet breaker will do the job. While trying to pry the pallet apart with the crowbar, you might find you have more success on some parts than others. Once you’ve managed to pry the joints open, you should be able to saw through the nails. You’ll want to set two identically-sized pallets aside, as you’ll be using these to make the actual bar.

Once you have a pile of pallet wood, you can start by laying bits of wood on the floor. If you have different sizes and tones of wood, you could try mixing them up for a rustic effect. Starting in the top corner, you can screw the boards in place using an electric screwdriver, with screws long enough to go through the pallet wood and floor of the shed. You might need to cut some pieces to size, using a tape measure to mark the wood before cutting with a saw. Once the floor is down, you can start lining all the walls, apart from the doors and eaves.

Your two identical pallets can be placed together so the top faces outwards and the bottoms are touching. You can then screw them together, cutting away part of one or both pallets if necessary. Once secured in place, these should stand freely. To finish the bar off, you’ll want to measure and cut plywood to fit the top and sides. If you like, you can use smaller pallet pieces for the sides, or as shelves underneath the bar. Once the top and side panels are screwed on, it’s a good idea to add corner braces to attach the bar to the floor. This will make it stable and ready for serving.

Now your pallet bar has been created, you can have fun personalising it and making it your own. Adding solar lights to the outside of the shed can give the space a cool evening ambience. Using watered-down paint in pastel colours on the pallet wood can create a beach hut vibe. You could even go for a traditional pub look by using a dark stain and then hanging old framed photographs and antique-looking accessories on the walls.

Once your pallet bar is built and decorated, it’s time to invite friends and family over to pull up a stool and grab a pint.

If this guide has inspired you, learn more about indoor and outdoor DIY pallet projects you can do for budget-friendly furniture.