[1] Submitted by Ana White [2] on Thu, 2010-02-18 08:36 [1] Summary: This simple sturdy and a tad deeper bookshelf plan works with the rest Page 1 of 11
of the Modular Office Collection to create easy storage. You can also opt to add optional drawers or a secretary on top for even more functionality. stack for additional wall storage. See the entire Modular Office Collection here. [3] Special thanks to Anne at Get Your Martha on for sharing her photos with us. CategoriesProject Type: Desk, Desk Systems and Project Table Plans [4] Bookshelf and Bookcase Plans [5] Room: storage and organization [6] Craftroom [7] office [8] Collections: Modular Office Collection [3] Skill Level: Beginner [9] Style: Cottage Style Furniture Plans [10] Children's and Kid's Room Furniture and Toy Plans [11] Estimated Cost: $20 - $50 [12] Dimensions: 40" wide x 30" tall x 17" deep Dimensions: Page 2 of 11
1 Sheet of 3/4 MDF or A1 Plywood cut into 1 16 boards 1 Sheet of 1/4 MDF or plywood (for the back) 2 1 2 Boards 2-1 3 Boards Wood Glue Wood Filler 2 nails (for pnematic nailer) 1 1/4 nails (for pnematic nailer) 2 Wood Screws (for A1 Plywood) or Drywall Screws (for MDF) Sandpaper Finishing Supplies Common Materials: 2 inch screws 1 1/4 inch finish nails 2 inch finish nails Elmer's Wood Glue [13] Elmer's Wood Filler [14] 120 grit sandpaper primer Page 3 of 11
wood conditioner paint paint brush Tools: [15] Page 4 of 11
[16] [17] [18] Cut List: 1 1 16 @ 40 (Top) 2 1 16 @ 29 (Sides) 2 1 16 @ 38 1/2 (Shelves) 1 1/4 Plywood @ 40 x 29 3/4 (Back) 1 1 2 @ 38 1/2 (Top Trim Piece) 1 1 3 @ 38 1/2 (Bottom Trim Piece) 2 1 2 @ 15 1/2 (Top Side Trim Piece) 2 1 3 @ 15 1/2 (Bottom Side Trim Piece) 1 1 2 @ 41 1/2 (Top Front Trim Piece) 1 1 3 @ 41 1/2 (Bottom Front Trim Piece) General Instructions: Work on a clean level surface. Always wear appropriate eye and ear protection. Always use glue. Predrill and countersink your screws. Avoid fastening MDF within 1 of edges. Measure and mark out your joints prior to fastening. Check for square after each step. Keep outside edges flush. Step 1 Page 5 of 11
[19] Build the Box. Begin by fastening the shelves to the sides, as shown above. Then fasten the top to the sides. Use the screws and glue. Step 2 Page 6 of 11
[20] Back. Fasten the back to the bookshelf using the 1 1/4 nails and glue. Step 3 Page 7 of 11
[21] Inside Front Trim. Fasten the inside front trim, top and bottom, as shown above. Use the 2 finish nailers and nail through the sides, and top shelves into the edges of the inside front trim, top and bottom pieces. Step 4 Page 8 of 11
[22] Inside Front Trim. Fasten the inside front trim, top and bottom, as shown above. Use the 2 finish nailers and nail through the sides, and top shelves into the edges of the inside front trim, top and bottom pieces. Step 5 Page 9 of 11
[23] Front Trim. Fasten the front trim pieces, bottom and top, as shown above. Use the 1 1/4 nails and glue when fastening into the inside front trim pieces. Also use 2 nails to fasten the front trim pieces to the side trim pieces and the top. Source URL: http://www.ana-white.com/2010/02/plans-modular-office -collection-bookcase-you-can-built-it.html?page=0 Links [1] http://www.ana-white.com/2010/02/plans-modular-office-collection-b Page 10 of 11
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