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Do it Yourself: Building Scrap Wood Shelves

Scrap wood shelves are a great solution for a variety of home storage spaces. Whether you have a narrow closet that does not maximize its storage potential, or an alcove in a pantry or kitchen that could be put to better use, a little scrap wood can go a long way towards creating a more effective storage solution, without spending a lot of money. With the right preparation, you can build scrap wood shelves yourself in just a few minutes.

Things You'll Need

  • Stud-finder
  • Pencil
  • 2-by-2-inch dimensional lumber
  • Safety glasses
  • Chop saw
  • Spirit level
  • 3-inch wood screws
  • Drill
  • ½-inch plywood, 2 by 8 feet
  • Circular saw
  • 1-inch wood screws
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Instructions

    • 1

      Run a stud-finder along the side walls of your closet or alcove. Mark the locations of the studs with a pencil.

    • 2

      Measure the vertical height of the shelving area. Divide this measurement by the desired number of shelves to determine the spacing of your shelves. Double-check that the shelves will not be too close together---most household shelves should be at least 24 inches apart to accommodate a variety of storage needs.

    • 3

      Measure the depth of the side walls. This measurement will determine the length of the side rails you will cut to support your scrap wood shelves.

    • 4

      Put on your safety glasses and cut two lengths of 2-by-2-inch dimensional lumber for each desired shelf. These pieces will be serve as the side rail supports for your shelves.

    • 5

      Mark the walls at the points where the shelves will sit. Use a spirit level to level each side rail at these points. Check the marked stud locations, and screw the side rails into the studs with 3-inch wood screws.

    • 6

      Cut the platforms for each shelf from ½-inch plywood with a circular saw. Fit the shelves onto the side rails and attach each shelf to its side rails with a pair of 1-inch wood screws.

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