Bookcases

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

Nicely detailed large bookcase. DXF Format

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.

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

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 bookcase made by Sean Headrick.

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.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a round revolving 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 large 50 inch long bookcase I built for under my window. 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.

1920âs style combination secretary/bookcase. DXF Format

Here is a project that is a lot easier than it may look and when completed provides a sturdy, great-looking place for your favorite books.

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.

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.

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

Bookcase and Storage for childs room. Includes cutting diagram. DXF Format

Build this modern cascading bookcase using these free woodworking plans.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for a simple design of a bookcase with a small box hidden behind the top decorative board, ideal for hiding cash, etc. 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 Stickley ladies bookcase model was originally by Sean Headrick.

This rotating bookcase does not take up very much room but has a lot of storage capacity and looks great too. Build one with these free instructions.

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

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.

So I am of the firm opinion that a person can never have enough bookshelf space. No matter how big my living space may be, I constantly feel like I am running out of room to stash that beloved book collection, which, between my grad student boyfriend and my bookworm self, seems to expand at an exponential rate.

This is a link to a Google 3D SketchUp drawing for this Stickley 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.

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.

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.

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

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 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.