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Pallet Wood Side Table


This project is part of the Cent-Sational Salvage Challenge, and I was so glad that this month’s theme was anything goes. That’s right! We had free reign this month as long as we spent under $15 at the Habitat for Humanity Restore. Today I’m sharing this easy Pallet Wood Side Table I made for a whopping $3. Yes, you heard me right!
This easy pallet wood side table at Sparkles of Sunshine only cost $3 to make after a trip to the thrift store!I have no clue what this was supposed to be originally, because when I found it at the thrift store there were beaded necklaces hanging from the top of it. All I knew was that for only $3, I could easily make it into something useful. When I took it out to my shed and spotted the pallet wood stacked up against the wall, a light bulb came on in my head and I immediately knew what I wanted to do. Let me show you how simple it was for me to make this pallet wood side table. All I had to do was add a top to this frame!This easy pallet wood side table at Sparkles of Sunshine only cost $3 to make after a trip to the thrift store!I measured the top of the frame, added an inch and then used a miter saw to cut the boards the correct length. It only took 8 small boards to cover the top of the frame.This easy pallet wood side table at Sparkles of Sunshine only cost $3 to make after a trip to the thrift store!After the pallet wood boards were cut, I sanded them smooth with my hand sander. I applied construction adhesive to the top of the frame, and then gently pressed the boards into place. Since this stuff doesn’t dry clear, I wiped away any excess adhesive so it wouldn’t show later. I placed some heavy items on top of it to weight it down while it dried and then I went inside to enjoy some air conditioning while I waited. Whew…..it was hot that day!This easy pallet wood side table at Sparkles of Sunshine only cost $3 to make after a trip to the thrift store!I decided not to apply any stain or sealer to the pallet wood to keep its rustic look. I was planning on using this side table for decor purposes only, as a place to hold my plants, so it’s not getting much action. If I had been using it as a table beside my couch where it would be used more, I would have definitely put a clear coating on it to protect the wood.
This easy pallet wood side table at Sparkles of Sunshine only cost $3 to make after a trip to the thrift store!That afternoon, I had a new pallet wood side table to add to my living room decor. This easy pallet wood side table at Sparkles of Sunshine only cost $3 to make after a trip to the thrift store!I really like the combination of the white frame with a pallet wood top. It really makes the color of the wood pop!This easy pallet wood side table at Sparkles of Sunshine only cost $3 to make after a trip to the thrift store!This little pallet wood side table fills in this corner space beside my entertainment center nicely. Now my plants can get plenty of sun from the nearby window, too! I love flowers and plants, so I have some new plants I’ll be adding to this table really soon. I’m just waiting for the weather to cool down so I can spend some time outside gardening and re-potting some plants. Believe it or not, 100 degree weather is hot even by this Southern girl’s standards!This easy pallet wood side table at Sparkles of Sunshine only cost $3 to make after a trip to the thrift store!I love shopping at thrift stores. Where else could you get a $3 side table? Since I already had the wood and adhesive on hand, that’s all this new pallet wood side table cost me. That’s pretty awesome to me…and to my husband. So, how do you like this new addition to my living room?

I’ve had so much fun participating in the Cent-Sational Salvage Challenge. Did you miss my other challenge projects? Don’t worry, you can still catch up. Check them out today!

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Comments

  1. Sierra&Faith Winks and Eyerolls says

    June 19, 2015 at 09:14

    Your table came out great! Such a creative idea.

    Reply
    • Christie Selken says

      June 20, 2015 at 07:53

      I’m so glad you like it! Thanks for checking it out!

      Reply
  2. promisinglypennywise says

    June 19, 2015 at 15:48

    It turned out great! t And how neat that it’s one of a kind since you made it yourself. I love thrift stores too. I always love to find a good deal!

    Reply
    • Christie Selken says

      June 20, 2015 at 07:55

      Yes, I always like my things better when I know they were a good deal! 🙂

      Reply
  3. Erica says

    June 19, 2015 at 20:13

    I LOVE THIS! This is such a great little piece! You know how I feel about pallets and such, this little table just makes me smile! Great flip! xoxo

    Reply
    • Christie Selken says

      June 20, 2015 at 07:54

      I’m so glad you like it, too! 🙂

      Reply
  4. jess says

    June 22, 2015 at 20:46

    this is AMAZING! Perfect upcycle!! pinned and shared! You are awesome!

    Reply
    • Christie Selken says

      June 23, 2015 at 07:34

      Thanks…I love it!

      Reply
  5. Beverly Roderick says

    June 25, 2015 at 18:20

    This looks great, Christie! Leaving the wood natural does really make it stand out against the white. What a great find! I’m with you on wanting dome cooler weather! Charleston has been blistering, too.

    Reply

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