Pallets are one of the most versatile and cost-effective materials you can use in your home or workplace. Whether you’re looking to make a wooden coffee table, build a new wall shelf, or create some kind of unique art installation, pallets can be used for all three! But with so many options out there and so little information about them, it’s hard to know which type is best for your project. So we’ve decided to help out by comparing wood and plastic pallets: their pros and cons, how they’re manufactured, how durable each material is likely to be over time (and why), what benefits each offers, and much more! We’ll also check out some fun projects that will let you put these reusable materials to good use at home (or at work).

Wood Pallets

Wood pallets are the most common type of pallet. They’re made from renewable resources and can be recycled, making them environmentally friendly. Wood has been used for centuries in construction and furniture making, so it’s a very durable material. Because of this, wood pallets are often used for shipping food products (such as produce), chemicals, pharmaceuticals and other perishable items that need to be kept at specific temperatures during transport. 

Because they’re made with natural materials like wood chips or fibers–which need to be harvested from trees–wooden pallets are typically more expensive than plastic ones; however, they do have some advantages over their plastic counterparts:

Plastic Pallets

Plastic pallets are made of a durable, lightweight material that can be reused multiple times. They’re also easier to clean and sanitize than wood pallets, making them ideal for food-related industries. However, plastic pallets are more expensive than wood. When it comes to selecting the right pallet for your project, understanding the pros and cons of each material can be helpful.

Wood pallets are more expensive than plastic ones, but they are also more durable. Wooden pallets can be recycled when they reach their end-of-life; however, plastic pallets cannot be recycled because they contain harmful chemicals that would contaminate other materials if they were melted down together. Wood is also less likely than plastic to splinter or break during shipping or handling. However, wood is heavier than most types of plastic (though there are lightweight varieties available), which means that it takes more effort to move around–and since many people don’t have access to forklifts when working with these materials at home or in small businesses such as restaurants or cafes where food preparation takes place onsite every day throughout several shifts per week without fail over long periods.

In a nutshell, there are many factors to consider when choosing a pallet. Your project needs, budget and location, will all play a role in determining which material works best for you. Contact us at +1 (604) 584-4368 today!