Can You Use Pallet Wood As Flooring? Important Things To Keep In Mind

If you plan to move forward with a wood pallet DIY flooring installation, there are a few things to keep in mind to ensure success. Free wood pallets can be hard to come by. If you choose to reach out to local businesses to obtain pallets that they would otherwise dispose of, you will probably find it will take months to collect enough to install a brand-new floor. One pallet is only enough to install 2.5 square feet of flooring. You will need to plan accordingly if you prefer to take this approach. Of course, you can also purchase pallets online, but this would make this project a bit more costly.

Another obstacle to keep in mind when collecting used pallets is that there is a chance they may be contaminated with mold, pests, or hazardous chemicals that could pose a risk to you and your family. Some pallets are treated with methyl bromide, a pesticide that is harmful to humans and the environment. You will need to carefully inspect the pallets to ensure they are safe to use. You may also want to consider asking the business you obtained the pallets from whether there is a chance they could have come into contact with any of these contaminants.