What Are Wooden Pallets Made For?
16 Jun 2021
Wooden pallets are made for storage and transportation, for protective and efficient usage. They can even be used for DIY projects for homeowners and businesses. As a high-quality wood source, our wooden pallets are incredibly versatile.
Transport
One of the major uses for wooden pallets is in the transportation of goods. Logistically, when moving goods from one place to another, it’s important that they are well protected. Our wooden pallets are incredibly secure, protecting the items from damage. Our pallets can even be designed for particular goods, in a variety of shapes.
Load Capacities
Different wooden pallets come in various weight capacities. This is important where larger items require a structurally robust pallet. For example, if you require a very heavy load, then block pallets are the best solution to cope with the weight. The difference in weight capacity means that for smaller items, you can purchase the pallet that is right for you and your business.
Heat Treatment
When transporting goods, hygiene is fundamental. The ISPM15 standards of heat treatment mean that if you are moving goods to a different country, the pallets must conform to the standards. This will prevent pests hidden within the timber, ensuring you won’t have any hygiene issues. Our wooden pallets are heat treated for our customer’s reassurance.
Storage
As a storage solution, wooden pallets will lead to unrivalled advantages for businesses. They will help improve on-site safety with effective methods of storage. Additionally, they can help to protect your goods from valuable to more vulnerable items. If you were to handle your goods carefully, then it’s essential to store them efficiently as well. Storing is efficient and logical when it comes to our pallets.
Stacking Advice
It’s advised that wooden pallets are efficiently stored no more than 6 feet high in their stacks when stored outside. However inside we would recommend no more than 4 pallets to a stack. This will help to minimise the risk of damage. As well as this, stacking helps to significantly reduce the risk of fire and will prevent falling objects or the stack from collapsing.
Block Stacking
This method is the cheapest storage solution. It doesn’t require racking, just an open floor in a warehouse. This involves placing the pallets one on top of another in lanes or blocks. This depends on the weight, condition and capacity of the forklifts.
DIY
Wooden pallets can be transformed into a variety of items for your home. From sofas to flowerbeds, pallets make a great and unique addition to your home or outdoor area. Despite our high-quality pallets, it’s still important to sand them down before you get creative. This means they will be smooth and won’t result in splinters.
Environmental Benefits
Upcycling has a variety of practical benefits for the environment. By reusing wooden pallets, they will stay out of the landfill. As a result, less will be dumped or burned, which could lead to ongoing issues like global warming. Reduce the waste of wood by recycling a wooden applet and transforming it into something practical to be used.
DIY Ideas
With a rustic appearance, wooden pallets can be coordinated in a range of property types and decors. The wood could be sanded or polished and can be stained to get the desired colour. Wooden pallets can be used as headboards, chests, tables, shelves and chairs. Not only this but the wooden pallets we offer can be used as a bar or counter, perfect for summer. Not only can you transform the pallet into these piece of furniture, but you can even use them for wine racks and lamps. The possibilities are endless!
Wooden Pallet Prices
There are many uses for wooden pallets. From storage and DIY to transporting goods effectively, they are a robust, high quality solution. You are welcome to get a quote for your wooden pallets. Simply fill out our contact form with your details and specifications, including the exact product type you are after. We’ll get back to you as soon as we can with a bespoke price.
Alternatively, you can call our freephone on 03301 757766, and we can discuss your project requirements. Our friendly team will happily talk you through the various wooden pallets we have on offer, and help you decide on the most suitable. Choose wooden pallets from Associated for your next project, whatever that may be!