Organize Coffee In A DIY Pod Holder From A Wood Pallet

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If you've ever stumbled into the kitchen to make a cup of coffee first thing in the morning, you know how important it is to keep your coffee area organized. But if you're a fan of the ever-popular coffee pod, you know just how hard it is to keep them neat. Enter this one-of-a-kind DIY that can keep coffee pods from cluttering your countertops: a pod holder created from a wood pallet.

This unique small wood pallet project for your home is easy to use and fairly straightforward to make. All you'll need is the top deck boards from your wood pallet (the top boards that run perpendicular to the pallet's support structure below), wood glue, a miter or circular saw, medium-grit sandpaper or sander, and clamps. Don't have a wood pallet handy? Check Facebook Marketplace for inexpensive or even free ones. Some stores also sell them for as little as $5 to $39. And because you likely have many of these materials and tools on hand already, you can make a stylish DIY coffee pod wood holder instead of buying one and save anywhere from 75 to 90%. Can't find a wood pallet? Don't worry — instead, pick up 3 to 5 boards of 1 x 4 hardwood (like oak) or softwood (like spruce).

First, remove the boards and sand them down, checking to make sure they're equal in thickness. Then map out and cut your pieces: you'll need four smaller rectangles for the base, lid, and two front pieces, as well as two side pieces and one long back piece. Cut tapers in the side panels. Glue the pod holder's frame together first by using wood glue, like Gorilla Ultimate Waterproof Wood Glue, to adhere the side panels to the back, then add the base. Let dry overnight. The next morning, glue the top and bottom front pieces to the frame and let dry. You can either add a hinge to the lid to keep it attached or simply remove it when you refill coffee pods. Your wood coffee pod organizer is ready to use!

If you use multiple different pods and want to keep them organized by type, roast, or blend (us too), this wood coffee pod holder DIY can be easily modified. Decide how many types you want to organize and how long each space should be. Then, cut longer base, back, and panel sections to fit. You'll also need one extra side panel per added section for dividers.

Make this DIY match your creative home coffee bar by applying a beautiful wood stain or prime and paint (acrylic or latex are great options). For a little more pizzazz, paint on polka dots, stripes, or even freehand a painted coffee cup to make your morning routine more fun. Make sure to add a sealant after staining or painting to protect your work.