How to Build a Shoe Rack for In-Between His & Hers Clothes Racks

If you've ever spent time rummaging through a pile of shoes trying to find a matching pair, you know that it's not only frustrating, but it's bad for the shoes too. If you already have his and hers clothes racks, there is no reason not to add a shoe rack between them. For less than $50 and about three hours of your time, you can build a custom shoe rack.

Measuring tape
12-inch-wide, 3/4-inch-thick plywood
Circular saw
Drill
Screws

Instructions

- 1
  Measure the area between the clothes racks. There must be at least 8 1/2 inches between the racks to create a shoe rack that will fit between the two clothing racks. Take that measurement and divide it by eight and one half. This is the number of squares you will be able to place on each level of the shoe rack. Each pair of shoes will require a space 6 inches high by 8 inches wide by 12 inches deep.
- 2
  Rip the plywood into pieces 6 inches and 8 inches by 12 inches with a circular saw. You will need two 6-inch pieces and two 8 inches pieces to construct each box.
- 3
  Construct several 6-inch by 8-inch boxes and secure them with screws. Do not attach them together.
- 4
  Place as many boxes as possible between the two clothing racks. Attach two 6-inch plywood sections directly above those on the block. Secure a second finished block on top of these two 6-inch boards.
- 5
  Repeat Step 4 until you have assembled a complete shoe rack. If you like the natural look, leave it as is, otherwise paint it to match your interior decorations.

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