Building a book case

Sep 11, 2016 with a lot of books comes a lot of bookcases. It covers up the useless space left under the shelf and gives the bookcase a more finished look. The steel cable and shaft collars add style and strength to this bookshelf. Traditionally, builtin bookcases are made with solid wood boards, carefully routed to make tight grooves that accept each shelf. Jan 23, 2018 the bookcase involves using your old kitchen cabinets, and building new shelves on top of them.

Office makeover part 2 building in billy ikea hack. For this project, we needed builtin book cases for a long wall. A bookcase is basically a fivesided box with the front part open, so to begin constructing one, first cut the pieces for the first four sides. It locks them in securely, adding strength to the bookcase. We think of our building block collection as adult legos. You can build a bookshelf to fit a particular space in. The final touch is to put a protective coating on your new book shelfwhether thats paint or a clear finish. 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 three horizontal pieces are 45 inches by 11 34 inches, also cut from 12 inch mdf. How to build a small bookcase with moldings this old house. We laid down new floors, replaced the impractical jalousie windows and painted the walls a soft, neutral tone. The first bookcase was built a few years ago when we were living in an apartment so it naturally couldnt be that large. Its a shame to closet your collectibles when open shelving puts those prized possessions on proud display.

Sand the entire surface, dont rely on your eye to sand only the spots that look irregular to you, sand the whole bookshelf. I think that the idea of building a safe room with a secret bookcase door was long ago inoculated in my mind probably when i was a child. How to build a simple bookcase diy project cut the wood. Along the bottom, put the 1 x 4 board so that it covers the space between the ground and the first shelf. And be mindful of the span how wide the shelf area is between. Atlantic elite media storage cabinet newimproved tower, stores 837 cds, 630 blurays, 531 dvds, 624 ps3ps4 games or 528 wii games with 9 fixed shelves, pn38408117 in black. Birch veneer plywood is ideal for building bookcases. 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.

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 build a bookshelf project. How to build a bookcase wall howtospecialist how to. We have fun with woodworking no matter what the project is, but the most rewarding thing for us is making our own furniture. First, consider the size of your book collection and any. How to build a bookcase wall howtospecialist how to build. Keep in mind some design considerations when building a diy bookcase. Jun 06, 20 so let me show you how to build a bookcase like this, beginning to end. Clamp the pegboard in place so that the first holes will be 4 above and 4 below the center shelf. I started out by building a very basic bookshelf form. The bookcase involves using your old kitchen cabinets, and building new shelves on top of them. To maintain uniformity, make sure to install the outside stiles flush with the bookcase side.

The final product can also be used as an entertainment unit, housing a television, books and things of your interest along with ample storage to keep other utility objects. A bookcase or shelf is an extremely useful home storage system. Inthewall bookcases are elegant, but they can be difficult and expensive to construct. Draw reference lines across the holes in the pegboard to help you keep the holes even. The bookcase is built from a combination of plywood and boards. As mentioned, if you use plywood, you can always cover up the plywood edges by ripping veneer from solid lumber to cover up the veneer. Clamp two opposing case sides edgetoedge and mark each dado. You can build this builtin bookcase by following our clear drawings and stepbystep photos, or use these techniques to modify the dimensions for your own space.

How to build a recessed bookcase on a hall wall home guides. Library wall to wall bookcases bookcase plans sawdust girl. How build simple bookcase from stair treads artistic wood. Mark the location for the center shelf, and use the pegboard as a template for drilling holes for adjustable shelves. After a couple of weeks and mile move to michigan we are finally.

The 7 bs of bookcase plans popular woodworking magazine. You can use our shelving units to protect and show off your precious porcelain sets, the finest glassware, or store your unique collection, for example. Keep your books close by when you go to bed by adding small shelves into the sides of the headboard. My food reserves, water, my ar15, my ammo and other things are finally stored properly without anyone suspecting it. Recreate the mid19th century, greek revival period of american architectural history with a floor to ceiling hardwood bookcase. How to build a custom builtin using stock shelving ask this old house duration. The plans include diagrams, photos, stepbystep instructions, and sometimes even videos to help you along the way. Jul 17, 2017 bookcase building tips since books come in many shapes and sizes and bookcases are also used to display knickknacks, candles and pictures, bookcases with adjustable shelves are most versatile. But sawn lumber is expensive enough oak for a 8foot bookcase, for example, could run into thousands of dollars.

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 side pieces are 58 inches by 11 34 inches, cut from 12 inch mdf. If you build a bookcase with permanently fixed shelves, its best to vary the shelf heights to accommodate different sized books and curios. We made the case out of materials available at most buildingsupply dealers and lumberyards, including 12 x 34in. This video and guide will teach you how to build the bookshelf as well as customize the backing to match its rooms style. Bookcase shelves that include face frames are the strongest. Starting at the bottom of one leg, squeeze an sshaped bead of glue up to the first layout line. When shopping for bookcases, there are a variety of factors to consider. How to build a secret bookcase door preparing for shtf. Build any bookcase using 34inch plywood or hardwood solids. Feb 22, 2020 cut the wood to fit the design of the base box. Kate also snapped some pictures from her own home to.

Bookcases are functional pieces of home or office furniture that can also contribute to the overall aesthetic of a room. Draw reference lines across the holes in the pegboard to. May 04, 2014 what lumber should you use when building the book case. How to build a bookcase and accomplish the impossible. The single most common mistake in any do it yourself project is the failure to read and follow the manufacturers instructions for any tool or material being used. Building a bookshelf is a fairly simple woodworking project that you can get done in just a. First, choose a location for your bookcase and determine the size that best fits your needs. How to build a recessed bookcase on a hall wall home. 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. The partitions shown in photos 8 and 9 can be placed wall to wall as shown or can stop halfway into a room and then finish off on the open side. A couple of weeks ago i posted the reveal of our billy ikea hack office makeover reveal and prior to that i posted part 1 getting a builtin library home office look using the billy bookcase. So let me show you how to build a bookcase like this, beginning to end. As you build the bookcase, keep the following in mind.

Remember to addsubtract the width of the wood itself depending on which way your joints lap. Thats why, although they are called bookcases, we believe they are not for books only. Stay with the correct spacing, and the bookcase shelves will not sag, but. For a book case that is a perfect fit, it is best to build your own. First, consider the size of your book collection and any other items you want to store on the shelves. A tall, thin bookshelf with a vigorous and happy plant flowing gracefully down the side. When building a bookcase you have a large variety of options, starting with the materials you could use up to its design and shape. The bookcase has a kickplate to cover the space under the bottom shelf, so the lowest supports need to be recessed. 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. This valuable ebook will tell you everything you need to know about building bookcases, including complete plans for 6 styles. And great amish workmanship isnt just about building a bookcase that looks great its about building one that lasts and lasts. Feb 09, 2020 use a hand block andor pad sander to cover 100% of the surface with even pressure.

Here is a step by step guide on how you can go about this using perhaps the best router for woodworking, the dewalt dwp611pk. This is part 2 and today im sharing with you everything you need to get that builtin look with these prefab bookcases. Popular woodworking has a free download of this contemporary bookcase plan that features clean lines to show off your books or other items. One of the most universal pieces is the building block bookcase, with four different shelf options to create library, space divider, and workbar scenarios with commercialgrade grit. With your dimensions in hand, you are ready to cut the top, sides. Architect mark reilly designed the room around the minimalist canopy bed, aligning one shelf with the top of the mattress, continuing with equalsize book bays in the remaining space the bookcase serves as both headboard and backdrop, providing storage for extra books, reading glasses, and decorative objects. By using predrilled melamine laminated boards and prebuilt cabinets from the local home store, we were able to build them with a minimum of tools, and get a perfect fit to the room. It was always my plan to build a bookcase under the huge window in the office and its finally time to tackle it. A recessed bookcase on a hall wall provides something of a challenge as a diy project. But, the one project i wanted to tackle for the longest time was to whitewash the dark brick.

Kate is a fashion, lifestyle, and decor blogger from long island, ny who regularly updates her followers on inspirations for all things style. This will mean the outside faceframe sticks out beyond the outside bookcase by 34. In this collection, youll discover 33 project plans and learn building tips to maximize your bookcase or shelfs storing capacity. Jun 12, 2008 start by building a base out of 1x or 2x lumber. With the first piece of 34 ply laid out, mark out the first 11x92 piece whichll serve as the sides and cut it out. Below, she shared with us her steps in her decoration process and her tips on how to decorate a bookshelf.

Add style and storage to your space with a bookcase. Oct 31, 2017 how to build a custom builtin using stock shelving ask this old house duration. Inthewall bookcases are elegant, but they can be difficult and expensive to. Finished white bookcase furniture project with shelves and storage. Using a circular saw, carefully rip them down in depth by. The bookcases look ornate but are relatively simple to build. I knew we could do it for a lot less so we posted it on facebook for some reader feedback and it was a resounding yes.

Before you begin building your project, read through the plan completely to ensure that youll know what to expect as you proceed, and so that you understand all of the steps in the process. Measure the width of your room and the height of the ceiling. Stuff your bookshelf to the absolute top for that cool messy look. Much of that will depend on you, what you are able to spend, or even if you have it laying around in the shop. Building bookshelves that will not sag home guides sf gate. How to build a builtin bookcase the family handyman. Before mounting the vertical sections in the box, either drill holes for the. Use a hand block andor pad sander to cover 100% of the surface with even pressure. Seek a place to position your book case and get the dimensions to suit your needs. Glue the top board on the bookcase and screw securely.

Learn how to use inexpensive materials like birch plywood and standard trim to build a classic, builtin wooden bookcase. Library wall to wall bookcases bookcase plans sawdust. Coffee table pictured above is the tribal coffee table. Contractor uses a measuring tape to measure the bookcase dimensions for this furniture construction project. Perfect for organizing your library of books, cds, dvds, or other media, bookcases also look good when accessorized with plants, decorative objects, and favorite photos. Use a miter saw to cut the top, side panels and interior shelves to the appropriate. A general purpose bookshelf should be 10 12 inches deep. Follow these stepbystep instructions for building a bookcase to add attractive storage space to any room of your home. This standard, sixshelf bookshelf is a great project for diyers ready to tackle larger projects. But if you still need to buy one for your personal. Build this simple set of book or display shelves in a single weekend. Use a table saw or a circular saw to cut your boards. Bookcase building tips since books come in many shapes and sizes and bookcases are also used to display knickknacks, candles and pictures, bookcases with adjustable shelves are most versatile.