Shelf Units - all other

By Tom Hintz - During the renovation of our living & dining rooms, my wife Beth, and I went to lunch at a local establishment that was decorated with wood shelves on the walls. Beth liked the look of the shelves so I seized on the moment and secured the official OK for a new project. After a little discussion, (Beth telling me how they needed to be) we came up with our version of the shelves that incorporated curtain rods below the shelf surface.

Like the title suggests these box shelves are a series of boxes you can build using plywood. You can change the size or depth to suit your use. Follow along with the free plans at the link to build your own shelving unit.

A corner shelf designed to hold a small television. Country decor. DXF Format

Here is a free tutorial to build and install these suspended shelves. Beautiful.

This is a downloadable plan to help you build this recessed shelving unit. Suitable for a bathroom or any room in the house.

This wall mounted peg shelf is easy to build and can be modified to suite your needs. More shelves or different heights can be accommodated. Free plans at the link.

Use these free plans to build a free-standing X shelving unit. These instructions make it easy as well as very affordable.

Build a crate shelf using pallets or reclaimed lumber if you like that look. Here is how.

Build this bathroom shelving unit and attach it to the wall in the bathroom for added storage for towels etc. Here are the free plans.

These box shelves are amazingly sturdy, thanks to the two-layer, 1/2 inch plywood design. The thickness and the overlapping joints make them strong enough to display or store anything. You can even park yourself on one if you need to!

Build a set of suitcase wall shelves using these free woodworking instructions.

These open shelves for the kitchen were built using pine stair treads. There is also a video available to watch. Here is how to build them...

A piece of plywood approximately 5 inches wide by 20 inches long is all the material that is necessary for making this portable shelf.

Here is a wall mounted shelf unit that is a little different but fun. Build a round hoop shelf using these free instructions.

This shelf features eight small cubbies in a vintage paint finish. Free simple step by step plans use standard lumber and simple tools. Build this Number Cubby Shelf for under $10.

Build a set of modern wall mounted shelves using these free step-by-step instructions.

Build a mission style wall shelf using this cut list with diagrams. While there are limited instructions, there is enough information to build the project.

Make this shelf from pine and stain it or use plywood and paint it.

This beautiful octagon shaped wall shelf is perfect for displaying small items. Build it using these free woodworking instructions.

Are you a knitter of know of someone who is? Chances are they desperately need you to build them a yarn shelf. Check it out! Build it using the free tutorial at the link. They will thank you.

Australian Woodsmith is a practical magazine for all woodworkers. From Issue 34. Materials, supplies lists and cutting diagram only.

Honeycomb shelves are build using six pieces of lumber cut to the same length at 30 degree angles. Be sure to follow through to page 2 to see the finishing process.

This simple shelf is an excellent beginner project, it can be made out of pine with a clear finish or out of plywood and then be painted.

Build this small open shelf unit using either recycled lumber or new. Beautiful. Here are the free woodworking plans.

Build a hanging chalkboard shelf unit using these free downloadable woodworking plans.

While this shelf was built to use in a Star Wars themed room, it could easily be used anywhere. Here is how to build it.

Make a statement with these DIY pegboard shelves perfect for displays. Use the step-by-step instructions at the link to build them.

This section explains how to install the most common and basic of open shelving consisting of either solid lumber boards or specifically manufactured shelving boards that sit on brackets cantilevered from a lumber framed wall.

This triangle display shelf is pretty neat. It is an easy build and you could modify the size to suit your display items. Click on the link and you will find the free plans to build your own display shelf.

This small entryway shelf is easy to build and perfect for a small wall or entryway. Hang your keys or pet leash on the hooks. Build it using these free instructions.