Bookcases

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.

This bookcase has a total width of 108 inches and consists of 4 sections: 2 towers of 30 inches x 90 and 2 central sections 48 inches wide.

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.

Build this modern cascading bookcase using these free woodworking plans.

The Krohgs contacted Ron when they became stumped about what to do with the contemporary built-in bookcase that was installed by a prior owner. Ron stopped by to help them add some 18th century charm to a 20th century addition that was definitely short on history.

Here is a big bookcase that you can build in a small shop.

Here are free step-by-step instructions to build a bookcase. Just follow along and you will have a new piece of furniture for added storage.

Build a simple bookcase using this free tutorial.

Build a simple bookcase using these step-by-step instructions.

Here are some basic techniques for opening a wall and constructing a built-in bookcase.

This free woodworking projects page is courtesy of the Meliz Crafts web site.

This bookcase makes a great room divider since it is open on both sides. It also features three bins on the bottom for added storage. Here are the free plans to build it.

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

Here is a tutorial on how to build a bookcase.

This bookcase features Chippendale feet and five shelves. Build it using these free instructions.

Bookcases are a fun and useful DIY project. Wooden bookcases are simple to build if you assure the pieces are cut square and to correct size. Try adding this poplar version to your home library bookcases. Building bookcases will not take long if you follow these instructions.

At the link you can download the free 11 page woodworking plans to build this bookcase.

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.

This bookcase measures approximately 63 inches high and 30 inches wide with an open back. Here are the free instructions to build it.

Use these step-by-step woodworking plans to build a beautiful open bookcase with drawers for added storage.

Fill a corner in your home with this awesome bookcase. Here are the free woodworking plans.

With the right plans, materials, and equipment, you can construct a Built-in Wall Bookshelf as shown here.

This unit is called a ladder bookcase because each side is built like a ladder then the two sides are hinged together. The shelves are just laying in place and easily removed for portability. Follow along at the link to build your own neat ladder bookcase.

The great thing about this childrens bookcase is the built-in bin at the bottom. Also that the sides are flat so two bookcases could go side by side with no gap. Here are the free plans.

This mini bookcase may be small in size but oozes charm. The side trim makes all the difference on this project. Follow the free step-by-step plans at the link to build one for yourself.

At the link you can download the free eleven page plans to build this traditional style bookcase.

This free bookcase woodworking plan features simple construction methods using poplar, birch plywood, MDF and pine moldings since it was going to be painted.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a childrens doll house 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.

Here are free plans to build this bookcase on castors. Of course you could make it without.

With just a few tools and a piece of pine you can build a doggie bookcase like this one.