QUOTE(champu @ Jul 23 2014, 02:52 PM)
Aren't you worried about termites/bed bugs?
Firstly, this is a self preference thing.
Secondly, I know the origin of my pallet which is from a company that ships in cables and non-harmful stuffs. Those from Mudah I really can't guarantee, bcos previously it might be from fresh food or chemical then the pallets might already be infested. Mine are stamped with EPAL and they were kept indoor. There's a few ways to determine if your pallet is save to use.
More information from here:
PalletsPallets safe to use or notNext, the pallets is not meant to be just use as raw.
Here a guide
Pallets GuideThings to know about your palletsThere's people over in Europe, Australia and many other places making furniture out from pallets since ages ago, they don't really seemed to hv termites problem. Unless you're using in a really damp area that invites all these insects to come. The finishing should be completed with varnish and paint to prevent termites. Even dining table, the top should be a layer of glass.
Perhaps I will give it a try and I will be able to feedback in future.
This post has been edited by princessgalaria: Jul 23 2014, 03:50 PM