TheSummer is almost hereand if you want to have fun outside with friends, you can build a bar yourself. Such a DIY project can not only be inexpensive, but also meet your own tastes and requirements. Plus, with temperatures rising, late spring is also a great time to maximize that fun. You can work outdoors while enjoying the warm weather. The following ideas and guidance can help you prepare for the return of summer meetings.
Build your own bar and enjoy it outdoors
Whether you place the bar counter in a shady spot in the backyard or in the backStow away on the porch or patioIf you want, this not only beautifies the outdoor space, but is also suitable as a practical part of a summer kitchen or outdoor barbecue area. These examples of a DIY bar made from pallets or other reusable materials can inspire you even more to entertain your guests or family members in style with delicious drinks such as cocktails during the summer time.
Whether it's a standalone feature or part of a complete kitchen, an outdoor bar can turn your backyard into a destination and reason for entertaining. You can make this as simple or as elaborate as you and your budget allow. Many are made from recycled materials and items such as Euro pallets, boxes and barrels, while others are part of the bespoke kitchen. Some counters are attached to indoor kitchens and form a narrow countertop connected by a passageway. Others are modified sheds or playhouses that you can reimagine as entertainment areas or quiet places for relaxation. Known as outdoor bars,Home bars, backyard bars, outdoor pubs, DIY bars are populating backyards and outdoor spaces around the world.
Build a bar out of boxes
This is a simple and practical option that you can place anywhere in the garden. There are many different ways you can stack the boxes to make your bar. For example, you can place three boxes on top of each other to create three tall towers, which you then glue together with wood glue. Thanks to the mobility of the wheels, you can quickly serve drinks to your guests without having to interrupt the party. So let’s get to the bar – right in your garden. Sink, oven and meat skewer included.
Materials needed for the bar
- 9 wooden boxes
- Large piece of medium density fiberboard (MDF board)
- Holzleim
- Drills and screws
- Wood paint if you want to paint your boxes
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Accessories for decoration
- Fillable wooden letters to spell the word BAR
- Artificial grass
- Artificial succulents or other plants
- Scissors
Instructions
- First, place two of the towers next to each other and the third at the end. You can then put the towers together using a drill and small screws. This will ensure that they are firmly attached to each other.
- You can then paint the boxes with the paint, but you can also decorate them as you wish. However, there is also a wide range of paints and decoupage paper that you can use to cover the wooden boxes instead.
- First, you can place the MDF board on the boxes and attach them to them with a little more wood glue.
- Finally, if you build the bar yourself, then attach the wheels to the floor with a drill so that you can make the whole thing mobile and move it easily.
- To add a touch of glamor you can make an interesting BAR sign
- To do this, use some fillable wooden letters and a roll of artificial turf. The latter can also look very cool as a table runner over the bar.
- First, measure the artificial grass and cut it accordingly around the wooden letters. It's best to use sharp scissors for this, otherwise the process might be a bit difficult.
- Then push the grass into the letters. You could glue it in if you wanted, but usually these are held in place really well.
- Finally, play around with the succulents until you have them in a layout that suits your taste.
- Cut them all to size and make a hole through the grass to pierce the stems.
- This DIY project can be really versatile if you want to style it for a garden party/barbeque or just sit there in the garden for your morning cup of coffee.
Build your own Euro pallet bar
It's always amazing what you can do with two old pallets and some wood. For example, a rustic looking bar counter can look great as a wine bar in your garden or at home when entertaining family and friends. For this reason, we will show you how you can create one in a few simple steps. However, you need a little manual skills for this task. Start this project by cutting one of the pallets in half to create the two sides for the counter. Measure and mark the center point on the pallet where you want to make the cut. Then turn the pallet over and measure and mark the center point on that side too.
- First, use the circular saw to cut one side of the pallet in half.
- Flip it over and then cut the other side.
- If the circular saw doesn't cut all the way through, you can finish the job with a hand saw. Don’t forget to wear your safety gear when using the circular saw.
- Measure and mark the 45 degree miter cuts.
- Set the palette on its side. Use the designated square to measure and mark 45-degree angles on the ends of the pallet that you cut.
- Cut off the ends of the pallet.
- Use the circular saw to make the cuts where you marked them.
- When cutting the miters, an extra pair of hands can be helpful to balance the pallet.
- A good tip to make sure you don't hit any nails while cutting is to remove boards that are being sawed. You can easily replace these once you've made your cuts.
Measure and mark the supports
The supports are the attachment points for your bar counter. Measure the size of the gaps in the pallet and then transfer these measurements to the 90mm x 45mm treated wood.
- First, use the chop saw to cut the wood for the supports.
- Then hit the supports with a hammer.
- Pre-drill the holes with a 5.5mm drill bit and then attach the supports with the 75mm bugle screws.
- Once the bar supports are built and in place, it's time to connect the pallet and the two halves together to form the base of the bar.
- Pre-drill the holes with a 5.5mm drill bit and then drive the 75mm bugle screws into the treated wood supports to connect the three pallets together.
- The straps on the front and back of the frame can help straighten and hold the frame.
- Measure each side of the frame's surfaces and transfer these measurements to the wood.
- Use the jigsaw to cut the beams to size.
- Attach the supports to the front and back of the pallets.
- Measure the length of the three frames and transfer these measurements to the hardwood for the top of the bar counter.
- Then set the miter saw to 45 degrees and cut the two shorter pieces of wood. Cut the piece of wood attached to the front of the counter at 90 degrees.
Assemble the front piece of wood
- First, insert the piece of wood for the front of the counter. There is a lip at the front and a 50mm overhang at the back.
- Pre-drill the holes with a 5.5mm drill bit and then countersink them with a 16mm drill bit. Use the 75mm bugle screws to attach it.
- Place the side wood pieces for the top of the counter, remembering to leave a 50mm border at the back.
- Then follow the line of the molding at the front and use your square to draw straight 45 degree lines so that the wood conforms to the shape of the molding.
- Use the jigsaw to cut the edges of the two pieces of wood at 45 degrees.
- If you are building the bar counter yourself, first place one of the side panels.
- Pre-drill a hole with a 5.5mm drill bit and then countersink it with a 16mm drill bit.
- Tighten with the 75 mm horn screws.
- Repeat this process to attach the other piece of wood to the top of the pole.
- Use wood putty to fill the screw holes and any gaps in the joints at the top of the bar counter.
- Allow the putty to dry and then sand it to get a smooth surface.
- Start with 40-grit sandpaper to smooth out the lumps and finish with 240-grit sandpaper, wiping off the dust and then painting the whole thing with several coats.
