How to Make a Pallet Bed Frame

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Last Updated: June 7, 2025 Approved

There are a dozen ways to repurpose wooden pallets, one is make a bed out of it.^{[1]
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You can even buy these at any supermarket warehouses.^{[2]
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Although you want the rustic effect a little sanding will prevent you from getting splinters.^{[3]
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Paint primer on the pallet's surface.^{[5]
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- Paint any color you prefer.^{[6]
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Join the two pallets together.^{[7]
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- You can cut a small plank and nail them to the sides of the pallets so the two pallets are joined.

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How many pallets do you need for a queen mattress?

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You need four if you're planning on connecting them together for a simple platform.

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My problem is I do not have wooden pallets. Any suggestions?

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Go by some factories, grocery stores, beer stores, hardware stores, etc., they often have them sitting out in the back of their buildings or by their trash bins. Call them or stop by and ask if you can have them for free. I obtained about 25 pallets this way, totally free.

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How many pallets do I need for a full size?

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It depends on the size of the pallets you get as they come in different dimensions.

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