Quick & Simple Wine Rack

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  Step 1

  Start with a pallet (or other wood you plan to use). If using a pallet, use a crowbar & hammer to separate the boards. Depending on the size you want to make the wine rack, you might be able to use 1 board for multiple pieces.

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  Step 2

  Cut your pieces.
  I cut my pieces the following sizes (you can adjust to your needs):
  2 side pieces - 14" each
  1 bottom piece - 12"
  2 front/back pieces - 14" each
  1 hanging piece - 14" (the photo shows more, but I changed my design as I was working and only used one. you can put one on the front as well if you like that look)

• Step 3

  Sand your pieces very well. If you are using an old pallet or other repurposed wood, you might need to do a lot of sanding, depending on the look you want to achieve. I wanted this to look pretty rustic, so I didn't sand my pieces as much as I could have.

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  Step 4

  Once you have your pieces cut & sanded, you can stain if you want. I used a golden oak stain.
  If you do not want to stain, I suggest putting a coat or two of polyurethane on the wood.
  I put 2 coats of stain and 1 coat of polyurethane. Make sure to do this in a well ventilated area and wear gloves.

• Step 5

  Once your pieces are dry, it is time to assemble. I started with my base piece. I took that, used a bit of wood glue and attached my side pieces. I used vice grips to hold the pieces in place until the glue dried. Make sure to use a square, triangle and level to make sure your pieces line up properly.

• Step 6

  Once the glue is dry, drill holes where you will place your screws. I put 2 on each side in the corners. I used 2.5" screws for the sides.

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  Step 7

  Next I added the back piece. As with the sides, I glued in place first and allowed to dry. Then I used 3" screws (since these will be holding the weight of the bottles). You will see in this finished photo that I put them along the back bottom for plenty of support for the bottom.
  I also used the 2.5" screws to attach the back to the sides.

• Step 8

  Next I added the front panel. For this I didn't want to see the screws, so I cut the head off of 4 nails and put them into the front. Then glued in place. I think the wood glue would hold, but I wanted the additional support.

• Step 9

  next I added the back hanging bar. I just used 2 - 2" screws. One on each side. Again, make sure to use a level so that it hangs properly.

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  Step 10

  And this is the finished piece. After taking these photos I did add 2 hangers to the back as well as some felt pads to protect the wall it hangs on.

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