Thorndown Paints

Wooden pallets have so many uses for garden upcycling and they are ideal for creating rustic-style outdoor storage ranging from seating with drawers to tables with cubby storage. And the best part is the humble pallet looks more interesting with age so shouldn't need upgrading for years. This simple garden shelving solution has been created by mounting a pallet to a wall with what looks like bicycle wall hooks.

A garden privacy screen can make a real focal point, as well as shield your outside space from any overlooking properties. A wood pallet wall will add plenty of character and structure for foliage to climb up. Why not make your screen work even harder by using scraps of wood to construct simple tiered flower boxes on the pallet? Sand down the wood and paint. Once dry, screw post anchors to the base of your pallet walls to ensure they remain firmly in the ground.

For an inexpensive and simplistic option, drape fabric in between sturdy trees you have in your outdoor space. On a sunny afternoon, even bedlinen will work as a temporary solution, but for something a little more permanent look for shower-proof outdoor materials or purpose-made covers, like this luxurious canopy with tassels.