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How to clean and disinfect a pallet
Many of the pallets you find are old and dirty – but even the worst looking ones can come up like new if you use a water blaster to clean it. If you don’t (or ...
Outdoor pallet furniture ideas
Once you’ve gotten confident with how to make things with upcycled pallets, this video will give you a load of ideas for making your own outdoor furniture. From tables and chairs, to park benches, couches ...
How to make a bench out of pallets
Great video from Bob Clagett showing how to upcycle some old pallets into a sturdy bench. For more of his videos, visit www.patreon.com/iliketomakestuff. Seen a great eco video? We’d love to know about it, so please ...
Super simple shabby-chic outdoor side table
This is a great tutorial if you’re just starting out on your journey of exploring the world of upcycling wooden pallets into furniture. You won’t need a plethora of complicated tools – just a jigsaw, ...
10 things we learned while making this issue
From BPA to beekeeping there was a lot to discover as we researched the second issue of Green Ideas.
Carpooling for climate change
Reader submittedBy carpooling just twice a week, 1,600 pounds of greenhouse gases can be kept out of the air each year.carpooling is easy with the Let's carpool website. Register at www.letscarpool.govt.nz. Find a carpool match & ...
Wine rack and glass holder made from pallets
We love this wine rack and glass holder – it looks a dream hanging on the wall, and is pretty simple to make. (Note: it’s not designed for long-term storage of wine as the bottles ...
Rustic cooler box
It’s one thing to rip into an al fresco ‘coldie’ on a hot summer’s afternoon, it’s another thing altogether to uplift said beverage from your own homemade rustic cooler box. Your mates will all be ...
Put your feet up on your self-made pallet ottoman
Find yourself an old pallet, some foam, a piece of your favourite recycled fabric and a few tools – in no time at all you’ll have a gorgeous, functional ottoman to rest your weary feet ...
Pallet coffee table with rustic hinges and casters
DIY and upcycling aren't just for blokes! Check out bunnyjacksontv’s tutorial on how to make this funky coffee table on casters. Seen a great eco video? We’d love to know about it, so please email us ...