The Story
Using wood from recycled pallets just makes sense...not only do you save money making this attractive display but you also help the environment by saving trees and keeping used pallets out of landfills.
Full-size patterns and complete instructions are included for the three different size shamrocks. Follow our painting details to apply a color wash that allows the unique texture of your recycled pallet boards to show through or simply paint solid colors. (32" wide)
NOTE: Pine boards or low-cost fence boards can also be used to make this fun project in lieu of salvaged pallet boards.
More Info
Places To Find Pallets -Contact local companies that receive larger inventory items such as an appliance store, garden stores, nurseries and lumber yards. Do a search on craigslist.org using search words "wooden pallets" or "pallets". Drive through the nearest industrial area.
Wood: Approximately one Standard Wood Pallet.
One 1X8 x 24" long pine board (for Base).
Parts/Hardware: Required for assembly and yard display.
Nails - 1 box of finish nails 3/4" to 1" long.
L-Brackets - Three 2-1/2" steel with screws.
Stakes (optional) - Three 1/4" dia. x 12" long steel rods (2 - #YS12).
Clamps (optional) - Six 1/4" dia. (1 pack #YSC3).
Tools: Scroll Saw, Band Saw or Hand held jigsaw (sabre saw) with non-chipping, scrolling blade, Tape Measure, Hammer and/or Nail Gun and screwdriver.
Supplies: Transfer paper (#CARB), pencil & clear tape.
Sand paper - medium & fine grits.
Paint brushes - 2" wide brush.
Exterior Wood Glue - (#GLUETB3).
Paint: The following suggested colors of acrylic paint:
2052 - Kelly Green
2010 - Forest Green
Sealer: High-grade, non-yellowing, semi-gloss UV protected project sealer (#POLYQT) for outdoor protection.
Description
Using wood from recycled pallets just makes sense...not only do you save money making this attractive display but you also help the environment by saving trees and keeping used pallets out of landfills.
Full-size patterns and complete instructions are included for the three different size shamrocks. Follow our painting details to apply a color wash that allows the unique texture of your recycled pallet boards to show through or simply paint solid colors. (32" wide)
NOTE: Pine boards or low-cost fence boards can also be used to make this fun project in lieu of salvaged pallet boards.
More Info
Places To Find Pallets -Contact local companies that receive larger inventory items such as an appliance store, garden stores, nurseries and lumber yards. Do a search on craigslist.org using search words "wooden pallets" or "pallets". Drive through the nearest industrial area.
Wood: Approximately one Standard Wood Pallet.
One 1X8 x 24" long pine board (for Base).
Parts/Hardware: Required for assembly and yard display.
Nails - 1 box of finish nails 3/4" to 1" long.
L-Brackets - Three 2-1/2" steel with screws.
Stakes (optional) - Three 1/4" dia. x 12" long steel rods (2 - #YS12).
Clamps (optional) - Six 1/4" dia. (1 pack #YSC3).
Tools: Scroll Saw, Band Saw or Hand held jigsaw (sabre saw) with non-chipping, scrolling blade, Tape Measure, Hammer and/or Nail Gun and screwdriver.
Supplies: Transfer paper (#CARB), pencil & clear tape.
Sand paper - medium & fine grits.
Paint brushes - 2" wide brush.
Exterior Wood Glue - (#GLUETB3).
Paint: The following suggested colors of acrylic paint:
2052 - Kelly Green
2010 - Forest Green
Sealer: High-grade, non-yellowing, semi-gloss UV protected project sealer (#POLYQT) for outdoor protection.
