Here at our little Cornish farm, we’re always looking for ways to be resourceful and environmentally conscious. Recently, we embarked on a fencing project, and after some consideration, we decided to ditch the expensive timber and embrace the humble pallet.
Why pallet wood, you ask? Well, there are several compelling reasons:
- Cost-Effective: Let’s face it, timber prices can be astronomical. Pallets, on the other hand, are often readily available and, crucially, free! This makes them a fantastic, budget-friendly option for fencing large areas.
- Aesthetic Appeal: When placed on end, pallets create a rustic, charming fence that adds a unique touch of character to our farm. It’s a far cry from the standard, uniform fencing, giving us a fence with real style.
- Sustainability: Reusing pallets is a great way to reduce waste and give discarded materials a new lease of life. We’re doing our bit for the environment while creating something beautiful and functional.
- Defining Boundaries, Not Barriers: Our primary goal isn’t to create an impenetrable fortress. Instead, we’re aiming to clearly define the boundaries of our farm. This helps us manage our land effectively while maintaining an open, welcoming atmosphere.
- Wildlife Corridors: An important part of our fencing plan is to create wildlife corridors. By strategically placing our pallet fences, we can guide animals safely through the property, allowing them to move freely and access essential resources. This is something that is very important to us.
The original fencing project we were planning was proving to be incredibly expensive, and frankly, a bit bland. This pallet wood fence has not only saved us a significant amount of money but has also added a touch of personality to our farm. We’re excited to see how it develops over time and how it blends with the natural landscape.
Building these fences across the property not only helps us to manage our land but it also helps the wildlife that lives in and around our farm. We hope to see many animals using the corridors we are building. By using the pallet wood we are not only saving money but helping the environment and the wildlife.
