Turn a basic bookshelf into a modern masterpiece with a few customizations! This easy to build bookshelf features three large shelves, and two taller, shorter shelves, perfect for displaying storing your necessities or collections - think boots and shoes in the entryway or servingware in your dining room. Try caster wheels instead of feet and a reclaimed wood back for an industrial style. Or use taller legs to bring the height of the bookshelf up - this one’s your’s to customize to fit you and your home perfectly and beautifully!
Cutting Instructions:
Cut all of your boards first. If you are using sheet goods (MDF, Plywood or Particle Board) for the sides and shelves (1x12 boards), rip the sheet goods to 11-¾” widths, 8 feet long, with a circular saw or table saw. Then cut the ripped pieces to length as specified in the cut list.
2 - 1x12 @ 48”
3 - 1x12 @ 46-1/2”
2 - 1x12 @ 29-3/4”
1 - 1x12 @ 16”
1 - 1/4” sheet MDF @ 48” x 48”
2 - 1x2 @ 45”
2 - 1x2 @ 48”
Legs: Attach mounting brackets to bottom of bookshelf and screw in legs. Angled legs will offer more tip resistance than straight legs. NOTE: With any tall bookshelf, securing to a wall to prevent tipping is recommended.
Turn a basic bookshelf into a modern masterpiece with a few customizations! This easy to build bookshelf features three large shelves, and two taller, shorter shelves, perfect for displaying storing your necessities or collections - think boots and shoes in the entryway or servingware in your dining room. Try caster wheels instead of feet and a reclaimed wood back for an industrial style. Or use taller legs to bring the height of the bookshelf up - this one’s your’s to customize to fit you and your home perfectly and beautifully! Cutting Instructions: Cut all of your boards first. If you are using sheet goods (MDF, Plywood or Particle Board) for the sides and shelves (1x12 boards), rip the sheet goods to 11-¾” widths, 8 feet long, with a circular saw or table saw. Then cut the ripped pieces to length as specified in the cut list. 2 - 1x12 @ 48” 3 - 1x12 @ 46-1/2” 2 - 1x12 @ 29-3/4” 1 - 1x12 @ 16” 1 - 1/4” sheet MDF @ 48” x 48” 2 - 1x2 @ 45” 2 - 1x2 @ 48”
Legs: Attach mounting brackets to bottom of bookshelf and screw in legs. Angled legs will offer more tip resistance than straight legs. NOTE: With any tall bookshelf, securing to a wall to prevent tipping is recommended.
