Bookcases

It only takes a quick look at the photo to see that this classic-looking bookcase is a great way to transform some unused wall space into versatile storage. But it is not until you get into all the construction detail that you see the full picture. The cutting diagrams and materials list are available to download in this Online Extra.

This document is a cutting layout for bookcase options of the project that appears in Australia Woodsmith Magazine. Go to this link and open up Issue 62 Bookcase Options.

This bookcase features adjustable shelves and the free woodworking plans are downloadable at the link.

With a different base and a few molding profile changes you can give your low cherry bookcase an entirely new appearance. It will not take any additional work but you will notice a more traditional look. This alternate design option is available to download in this Online Extra.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a small bookcase. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a bookcase for children. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for low bookcase made from cherry. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a bookcase. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

This Arts and Crafts style bookcase would work as a sofa table too. Build it by downloading the free plan at the link.

1920âs style combination secretary/bookcase. DXF Format

This is a bookcase made by Sean Headrick.

When you think of a plywood bookcase one of the first things that usually comes to mind is something you bring home in a cardboard box and slap together, cheaply built, not very sturdy, and barely functional. Well, this design changes all that. The cutting diagrams and materials list are available to download in this Online Extra.

Australian Woodsmith is a practical magazine for all woodworkers. From Issue 41. With a different base and a few moulding profile changes you can give your bookcase an entirely new appearance. It will not take any additional work but you will notice a more traditional look.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a 4 foot tall childrens bookcase. You will need the SketchUp software to download this drawing and its freely available online. We do not provide support for this software. Not all drawings have the measurements displayed but you can use the measurement tool in SketchUp to easily and accurately determine the dimensions of each lumber part. Most drawings do not have instructions, its assumed you can build it based on the completed drawing provided.

A clean simple design. Easy to build and easy to look at. See it at this web site. DXF Format

Nice, clean bookcase design. A good beginner is project. DXF Format.

This bookcase features adjustable shelves and can be built using these free woodworking plans.

Step by step instructions include cut list, shopping list, and full diagrams. These free do it yourself project plans show you how to build a deep bookshelf.

Build a bookcase and give it a built-in look using this free tutorial.

Nicely detailed large bookcase. DXF Format

Build this bookcase with these free woodworking plans, This one features plexiglass for the shelves, but you could substitute them for wood.

There is more to this bookcase than meets the eye. In order to make it sturdy and strong, the shelves and sides are screwed together. The screws bite into dowels installed in the bottom of each shelf for a stronger joint.

In this On-Line Extra issue, we are showing a rendering of what the sofa table would look like if it were built with cherry and featured Craftsman-style pulls. This alternate design option is available to download in this Online Extra.

Here is a tutorial on how to build a bookcase.

Standing 54 inches tall and 28 inches wide this divided bookcase has a lot of organizational possibilities. Here is how to build it.

I started with some boards of pine shelving. This lumber is fairly clear of knots, and planed smoother than construction lumber would be.

Build this modern cascading bookcase using these free woodworking plans.

This is a modest-sized bookcase, with a few drawers along the top to make it interesting.

Build this modular bookcase with these free step-by-step instructions. As you see, they can be stacked.

All it takes, essentially, is some sturdy veneer plywood and a circular saw to build this built-in bookcase. Some solid-wood trim covering all the plywood edges hides your clever trickery, leaving you with a piece of furniture worthy of a great library.