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How to build a Christmas tree with a wood pallet
This is the perfect tree: it is made of recycled wood, does not lose its needles, is affordable, and eternal (well, almost).
Difficulty level: Easy
Duration: 2 hours
Material
1 standard pallet
1 sheet of 120-grit sandpaper1 lead pencil or chalk line10 nails1 string of lights
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Draw the line
Draw the lines with a lead pencil and a board or with a chalk line. Start the lines in the middle of the top vertical board and go down to the two corners.
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Cut the pallet along the lines with the jigsaw
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Turn the pallet over, and cut the other horizontal boards
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Remove the nails from the longest board with a hammer
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Nail the board you just removed to the bottom of the middle vertical board
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Sand the tree to avoid slivers, and for a more attractive finish
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Decorate
- 8.1 - Add white strings of lights
- 8.2 - Install finish nails to hang your favourite Holiday decorations.
Pro Tip
If you have children or animals, attach the tree to the wall or put a weight on its base to keep it stable.
