Build a DIY Classic Wooden Bookcase To Store Your Books

INTRODUCTION

If you’re like most people, your home is probably filled with books, and those books are probably crammed into any available space, stacked haphazardly on tables, dressers, and the floor. What if there were a better way? What if you could proudly display your collection while freeing up valuable space in your home?

The answer, of course, is to build your own bookcase. Not only will it give you a chance to flex your carpentry skills, but it will also provide a custom storage solution that is perfectly tailored to your needs. Best of all, when you build it yourself, you can be sure that it will be sturdy enough to hold all of your favorite books. So whether you’re a voracious reader or a woodworking hobbyist, building your own bookcase is a project that is sure to pay off.

There are many benefits to building a wooden bookcase, including the fact that it can be customized to fit your needs and space. You can choose the size, style, and finish that you want, and you can add shelves to accommodate any number of books. Building a bookcase is also a relatively easy project that can be completed within a weekend with some basic woodworking skills.

THE MATERIALS AND TOOLS YOU WILL NEED

• Plywood
• Circular saw
• Nail gun
• Nails
• Hammer
• Paint or stain
• Measuring tape
• Level
• Carpenter’s square
• Drill
• Drill bits
• Plywood screws
• Screwdriver

THE GUIDE TO BUILDING YOUR BOOKCASE

Now that you have gathered all your equipment, it’s time to start building your bookcase. First, you’ll need to measure and cut your plywood. Use a circular saw to cut the plywood into four equal pieces. The pieces should be cut to the following dimensions: two at 35 inches wide by 35 inches tall, and two at 11 inches wide by 35 inches tall. These will be the sides and shelves of your bookcase, respectively. You can adjust the measurements to suit your specific needs and space as long as they have the same ratio as the dimensions provided above.

Next, you’re going to assemble the sides of the bookcase. Take two of the 35-inch wide by 35-inch tall pieces of plywood and nail them together at the corners using a nail gun and nails. Pre-drill holes with a 1/8-inch drill bit to avoid splitting the wood. Repeat this step for the other side.

Now, it’s time to attach the shelves. Place the two 11-inch wide by 35-inch tall pieces of plywood on top of the sides of the bookcase, flush with the top edge. Nail them in place using a nail gun and nails. Again, pre-drill holes to avoid splitting the wood.

Once all of the shelves are in place, you can finish the bookcase by painting or staining it. If you want to add additional shelves, you can do so at this time. Just make sure that they are level and evenly spaced before attaching them to the sides of the bookcase. You can always add adjustable shelves through the use of an adjustable hardware system. 

Your new bookcase is now complete! Fill it up with your favorite books and enjoy your new storage solution.

CONCLUSION

Building a wooden bookcase is a great way to organize your books and add some extra storage space to your home. It’s a relatively easy project that can be completed in a weekend, and it’s something that anyone with basic woodworking skills can do. With a little time and effort, you can build a beautiful and functional bookcase that will last for years to come.