This Do-it-yourself projects category features a collection of DIY free woodworking plans to shelf units and all types of shelving systems from woodworker related web sites. The woodworking information found on these sites range in quantity and quality.
Designed on paper and built about a year ago with oak. Sketchup model is done in cherry.
This open shelving system was built using 1 x 8 oak boards but you could use a variety of different types of wood to get the same effect. Follow along with the free woodworking plans at the link.
Australian Woodsmith is a practical magazine for all woodworkers. From Issue 34. Materials, supplies lists and cutting diagram only.
Take advantage of vertical unused space by building a tower shelf. the free step-by-step plans are available at the link. You can even use scrap wood for this build.
This beautiful octagon shaped wall shelf is perfect for displaying small items. Build it using these free woodworking instructions.
This entryway shelf features three shallow drawers with chalkboard center panels, with a space below the bottom to add hooks. Here are the free woodworking plans to build it.
Build a set of modern wall mounted shelves using these free step-by-step instructions.
Build wall mounted modular shelving with these free woodworking plans.
This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a 24 inch wall mounted shelf. 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 rough idea of what I want to make. But of course I have already added the idea to cut a heart shape in the rail above the shelf. So next I need to slap on some more to that bottom rail before I go any further.
This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a simple entryway shelf with coat hooks. 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.
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.
A piece of plywood approximately 5 inches wide by 20 inches long is all the material that is necessary for making this portable shelf.
All you need is basic lumber and a few plumbing supplies to build this industrial style shelving.
I should call this the monitor, printer, speakers, phone shelf because I have all of that on mine.
This modern shelving unit has plenty of room for books and display items. These free woodworking plans are easy-to-follow.
Build this modern cutaway shelving unit using these free woodworking plans.
Build a set of modern industrial pipe shelves using this free tutorial.
This is a woodworking model, each entity is a seperate component so that they can be manipulated and measured individually.
These floating “u” shaped shelves are easy to build and perfect for displaying picture frames or collections. Follow along at the link for the free plans and instructions to build your own.
This unique shelf unit would be perfect for your record collection. Books would also look great. This bookshelf unit stands 67.5 inches tall. Click on the link and you will be taken to the free step-by-step building plans for this shelf unit.
A wall system is a catch-all phrase to describe components that can be interchanged and reconfigured as your needs change. This is what makes a wall system so popular.
This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for an entryway shelf with three double coat hooks and storage space. 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.
Use the free step-by-step instructions at the link to build this wall mounted organizer with shelves.
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.
Learn how to build and install a wall-mounted shelf; unique design features copper pipe shelving held in place with wood brackets.
Stop putting holes in the wall to hang pictures, build some of these picture ledges so you can lean your pics.
With its shelves of all shapes and sizes, this piece will enhance the decor of any room.
Build a hanging chalkboard shelf unit using these free downloadable woodworking plans.
A simple shelf with decorative moulding works wonders for displaying your favourite photos. It is easy to make with these instructions. Can be completed in a few hours.