Building a book shelf

You can complete a bookcase in one afternoon, not counting drying time for the wood finish. May 18, 2012 building bookcases, cabinets and shelves offers 29 storage solutions in a variety of styles and sizes with both open and enclosed storage. These plans utilized the most basic and simplest cabinet building techniques. A friend of ours made this bookshelf and took stepbystep photos so that we could share this useful diy bookshelf project with you. This simple modern diy bookshelf looks great finished or unfinished for that scandinavian style. This beautiful diy shelf is a great way to display pictures and. But the size he wanted was super wasteful, so i had a lot of leftover plywoodwhich is fine because ill use it for something.

Using a circular saw, carefully rip them down in depth by. Library wall to wall bookcases bookcase plans sawdust girl. Glue and staple the molding on the bookcase at the top and across the front of the shelves. What kind of wood works best for building a bookshelf. Its a great way to teach your son or daughter about woodworking and tool use. Building it requires a straight forward stepby step guide, to make the construction of the tree uncomplicated, which could be followed while designing for a childs study or play room, a homeoffice or your living room to stock books according to interest. Building a builtin bookshelf wall view along the way. We started building a bookshelf in 2010 because these statistics about availability of books concerned us. If books are overflowing from your desktop, stacked around your living room or stuffed into plastic milk crates, it may be time for a bookshelf. Apr 05, 2020 how to build a freestanding bookshelfplans and tutorial if youve followed along for very long, youll know that somehow i always agree to building my parents new furniture.

Drill and countersink pilot holes in the side of the bookshelf, and attach the shelf with 2 wood screws image. And be mindful of the span how wide the shelf area is between. Before we started building, we hired an electrician to come out to place a new outlet at the ceiling on top of the shelves so we could plug the cords into it directly. May 18, 2015 before we started building, we hired an electrician to come out to place a new outlet at the ceiling on top of the shelves so we could plug the cords into it directly. The result is spectacular you two did a first rate job on this built in. The three horizontal pieces are 45 inches by 11 34 inches, also cut from 12 inch mdf.

Heres a simple diy bookshelf project that gives you a chance to pass some of your woodworking skills on to the. Build a wall mounted bookshelf simplified building. Fill holes on the frame with wood filler, then sand smooth. You can modify this plan to utilize other building methods if you have the tools to implement them. With the shelves in place, add finish nails through the outside of the unit to hold the shelves in place image 3. Just a few empty wine crates of varying sizes and you end up with the coolest bookshelf ever. We made the case out of materials available at most buildingsupply dealers and lumberyards, including 12 x 34in. How to make a secret doorbookcase i like to make stuff. Building a bookshelf was started in 2010 by a wife and husband, rachel and geoff.

Print one of these free bookshelf plans and youll have everything you need to get started building a bookcase for any room in your house. Solid wood is a common term for furniture made from lumber planks. A simple bookcase with a traditional design requires a significant investment, as solid wood boards are pretty expensive, but they will last for decades if are properly built. Build a wall mounted bookshelf this is the second post, and second bookshelf, in a series of projects about the remodeling of my office. My uncle is a custom cabinet maker and i can tell you, for sure, it would have cost at least 3k if not more with all the details you added. Using clever shortcuts and standard materials, you can build a bookshelf like this in a day.

Building a bookcase for dvds this article also available in spanish. Architect mark reilly designed the room around the minimalist canopy bed, aligning one shelf with the top of the mattress, continuing with equalsize book. And by the end of the day, your helper will have handson experience with several power tools, plus an attractive homemade bookshelf to show off. Diy bookshelf ideas for every space, style and budget homedit. Finding creative ways to display books can be just as alluring. This video and guide will teach you how to build the bookshelf as. But, if you want to save a full sheet of plywood on this project, i suggest making the. Keep in mind some design considerations when building a diy bookcase. Build it in a day with your favorite young woodworker. Any kid will love spending the day with you assembling. Check out my cabinet building 101 ebook for all my cabinet building tips, techniques and instructions for different building methods.

We do this because we feel it is important to contribute to the. Vasagle industrial ladder shelf, 4tier bookshelf, storage rack shelves, bathroom, living room, wood look accent furniture, metal frame, rustic brown ulls44x. Then, install the shelves by putting glue in the rabbet joints and sliding the shelves into the joints, one shelf at a time image 2. The bookcase has a kickplate to cover the space under the bottom shelf, so the lowest supports need to be recessed. Jan 23, 2018 building it requires a straight forward stepby step guide, to make the construction of the tree uncomplicated, which could be followed while designing for a childs study or play room, a homeoffice or your living room to stock books according to interest. Build any bookcase using 34inch plywood or hardwood solids.

The plans include diagrams, photos, stepbystep instructions, and sometimes even videos to help you along the way. If you have a framed doorway to a deep closet, you can build two shelves to fit, mount one on each side using a long brass piano hinge, and create a secret doorway into the closet. First, consider the size of your book collection and any other items you want to store on the shelves. I will walk through the steps that it took me to create the wall mounted bookshelf that you see above. We are a grassroots organization, and 100% volunteerdriven.

Well start this project by marking and making cuts for the different bookshelf pieces. The bookcases look ornate but are relatively simple to build. You dont need an industrial workshop or all of the talents of a master craftsman. Building a bookshelf is a 501c3 literacy outreach charity.

How to build a bookcase wall howtospecialist how to. Build a bookshelf6 steps to build your own freestanding. Keep your books close by when you go to bed by adding small shelves into the sides of the headboard. This video and guide will teach you how to build the bookshelf. This video will show how to create, design and build your own bookcase in the comfort of your own home today. The bookcases look ornate but are relatively simple to. How to build a simple modern diy bookshelf free building plans and video tutorial. This video and guide will teach you how to build the bookshelf as well as customize the backing to match its rooms style. Making your own bookshelves is a great way to save money and once you learn how to build a bookshelf you can create a custom size bookcase to fit anywhere in your home. When shopping for bookcases, there are a variety of factors to consider. When building a bookcase you have a large variety of options, starting with the materials you could use up to its design and shape. I started out by building a very basic bookshelf form.

Build this simple pine bookshelf with a miter saw, biscuitsand a young helper. You may need a little longer than 60 minutes to finish this one, especially if you do not have much expertise in woodwork, but it is still the simplest diy corner bookcase. Simple and easy diy bookshelf plans family handyman. Apply wood glue to the support blocks for the center shelf, and set the shelf in position. Be sure to drill the holes in an area that will be covered when the bookshelf is recessed into the wall. How to build a small bookcase with moldings this old house. Building it requires a straight forward stepby step guide, to make the construction of the tree uncomplicated, which could be followed while designing for a childs study or play room, a home. We made the case out of materials available at most building supply dealers and lumberyards, including 12 x 34in. For the horizontal shelves, you can use edge banding, 34. Theres no complex joinery like mortiseandtenon, or even doweling, so if youve hung a new door or trimmed a room with new molding, you have the expertise to handle this how to. However, our home was built during the early 2000s building boom, and our builder used a construction technique rare in singlefamily homes known as precast construction.

When shopping for bookcases, there are a variety of. In this episode we will go over the basic steps in building a very simple bookcase design that would make a good project for the beginning woodworker. Drill and countersink pilot holes in the side of the bookshelf, and attach the shelf with 2 wood screws image 2. Diy bookshelf how to build a bookcase for beginners.

If you havent seen or heard of a book nook before, its a little shelf insert that goes between books and looks like a tiny door leading to an. Stuff your bookshelf to the absolute top for that cool. Looking for new ways of improving your home and making it more practical and better equipped to suit your needs. Assemble the frame with glue and nails, then center the assembly and screw it to the underside of the top. It was always my plan to build a bookcase under the huge window in the office. Sep 26, 20 this video will show how to create, design and build your own bookcase in the comfort of your own home today. I added some more pine strips to the shelf fronts to cover the plywood layers. Maybe its the whole they brought me into this world thing, so i figure its the least i. Best bookshelf materials its not unusual for bookshelves to incorporate multiple materials for different features. Building your own bookshelf is a good exercise in basic woodworking. A simple bookcase with a traditional design requires a significant. Start by affixing the top to the two side panels using wood glue and finish nails image 1. How to build a simple modern diy bookshelf free building plans and video tutoria.

The three horizontal pieces are 45 inches by 11 34 inches, also cut. Building a bookshelf is a fairly simple woodworking project that you can get done in just a. While books generally fit on 8 to ep shelves, i prefer deeper bookcases, so i ripped the plywood to a width of 11 78 in. You can complete a bookcase in one afternoon, not counting drying time. How to make a bookshelf simple diy bookshelf youtube. Building bookcases, cabinets and shelves offers 29 storage solutions in a variety of styles and sizes with both open and enclosed storage. The side pieces are 58 inches by 11 34 inches, cut from 12 inch mdf. Library wall to wall bookcases bookcase plans sawdust. Middle income neighborhoods have a ratio of books per child of to 1. Stay with the correct spacing, and the bookcase shelves will not sag, but. How to build a bookshelf from a single sheet of plywood and in just 5 steps.

This standard, six shelf bookshelf is a great project for diyers ready to tackle larger projects. When spacing supports for standalone shelving, place a support at each wall stud across the shelf length. If youve followed along for very long, youll know that somehow i always agree to building my parents new furniture. Its a shame to closet your collectibles when open shelving puts those prized possessions on proud display. Contractor uses a measuring tape to measure the bookcase dimensions for this furniture construction project. The plans include diagrams, photos, stepbystep instructions.

Stuff your bookshelf to the absolute top for that cool messy look. A friend had the a spot in her basement where she wanted a bookcase for her dvd collection of very specific dimensions. Cut two plinths for each bookcase, then nail them into place. This standard, sixshelf bookshelf is a great project for diyers ready to tackle larger projects. Jun 12, 2008 start by building a base out of 1x or 2x lumber.

Refer to the cut list in the free plans for the dimensions. If you havent decided on wood, wood products, metal or glass bookshelves, look at their relative strengths and weaknesses. A tall, thin bookshelf with a vigorous and happy plant flowing gracefully down the side. A few sheets of veneer plywood and some inexpensive molding, and youre well on your way to creating a proper showcase for your hardback favorites and treasured curios. Heres the deali made this shelf for a customer with specific measurements. Feb 22, 2020 if you have a framed doorway to a deep closet, you can build two shelves to fit, mount one on each side using a long brass piano hinge, and create a secret doorway into the closet. A general purpose bookshelf should be 10 12 inches deep. Bookcase shelves that include face frames are the strongest. Jun 06, 20 i started out by building a very basic bookshelf form. My uncle is a custom cabinet maker and i can tell you, for sure, it would have cost at least 3k if not more with all the. A plinth provides a transition between the different thicknesses of the baseboard and the furniture.

Simple bookshelf from stair treads build it ask this old house. Any kid will love spending the day with you assembling this bookcase. Overviewheres a simple diy bookshelf project that gives you a chance to pass some of your woodworking skills on to the next generation. Starting at the bottom of one leg, squeeze an sshaped bead of glue up to the first layout line. How to build a bookcase and accomplish the impossible.

And it doesnt take much to build yourself a custom bookcase. Finished white bookcase furniture project with shelves and storage. Apply the molding to the sides of the bookcase with the glue and staples. Plus, this project requires only simple tools and materials. These easy and clever bookshelves look so much cooler than anything you can buy from a store.

How to build a bookcase wall howtospecialist how to build. Each project includes cutting lists, stepbystep instructions and tips and advice from professional woodworkers who have made each piece. You can make your bookshelf any size youd like, but a standard size with even proportions is about 12 inches deep, 30. We give you the steps below for building a small bookshelf, but you can easily adjust the measurements to construct a case. How to build a freestanding bookshelfplans and tutorial. By the diy experts of the family handyman magazine. About this bookcase projectthe classic greek revival styling of our library is reminiscent of traditional bookcases built more than a hundred years ago. Follow these stepbystep instructions for building a bookcase to add attractive storage space to any room of your home.