Pallets are an incredible and versatile material to work with. They fit in with all kinds of DIYs. But, how do you turn them from scrappy run-down looking planks to flashy and fashionable works of art?
You paint them, of course.
Step 1: Clean The Pallets
The key to this distressed look is texture. You don’t need to do a lot of preparation. You dont need to apply a primer or to sand the pallets to keep their rough and natural grain. Just wipe them clean with a damp rag.
Step 2: Paint
Cover the pallets with paint.
Brush them thoroughly to cover the tiny cracks and crevices. To give the woods more texture, lightly dab the brush on the surface.
Craft paints come in small tubes so you can get a wide range of colors without breaking the bank. Theyre cheap but effective.)
Step 3: Sand The Pallets
Once the paint dries, sand the pallets using your orbital sander. It is up to you to decide how you want your pallets to look. Light sanding leaves more paint on and makes the pallets appear less distressed.
Step 4: Apply Wood Stain/color Wash
You can add more flair to your pallets with a wood stain, deck stain, or color wash.
And, youre done! Breathe some color into pallet furniture with this amazing paint trick!
