We might not be more thrilled to introduce Ana from Ana-White.com who’s swinging by with an fantastic build-it-yourself job for anyone who’s ever wished to diy floating shelves. For those who don’t already understand about Knock-Off Wood, it’s a site full of fantastic designer-lookalike furniture plans that will save you hundreds- even thousands- if you’re willing to break a sweat as well as put in a bit elbow grease to whip things up on your own.

And you understand we like that Ana proves that woodworking isn’t only about guys in overalls. women can totally make the sawdust fly just as well. So without further ado, let’s get down to business with the very first job that Ana is solely bringing to all of our lovely readers. as well as don’t worry, she promises it’s a super simple as well as budget-friendly undertaking, which is why we believed it would be right up your alley. let the fun begin…

YHL: hey Ana, so happy to have you dropping in to share a job with us. What are we building today?

Ana: Youngsters, I want to hack your entire house. Everything. From Burger’s wardrobe to the bean’s crib. If I could, I would compose a blog called young home like HACKED. So the stalking starts today with my preferred function in your home, those floating shelves in your dining area.
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YHL: seems like fun. What level of problem would you state this job is?

Ana: Beginner. You, indeed YOU, can do this project! No, not the Youngsters, they already have shelves. YOU at home.

YHL: as well as exactly how much money should somebody expect to spend to develop all three 72″ long shelves?

Ana: For three 6′ long shelves, it will expense about $50-$60, less if you have some fundamental supplies like paint, screws, sandpaper as well as wood filler. In fact, the lumber is only going to run you about $30 (which means you’ll save around $60 as opposed to buying them). Bonus: You’ll have sufficient leftover scraps to make three 24″ shelves for free!

YHL: as well as about exactly how long should this job take?

Ana: It will take a couple of hours to build all three shelves, as well as then you’ll requirement to paint ’em. If you begin in the morning, you can have these hung by night. I did!

YHL: Nice. What would our buying listing look like?

Ana: Here’s all you’d requirement to get ‘er done:

1 sheet of 1/4 plywood, sanded on one side or lauan ($15)

10 1×2 pine boards ($1 Each)

1″ brad nails (think the bit tack nails that you utilize to put the back on an IKEA bookcase)

2″ screws

3″ screws (for installing to the wall, you will only requirement about 10 of these)

wood filler

sand paper

paint (I utilized high gloss white)

YHL: as well as what tools would we need?

Ana: nothing as well complicated. Here’s the list:

measuring tape

drill with countersink as well as drill bits

saw (or get the hardware store to cut your boards for you)

hammer

sander

paint brushes

stud finder

level

YHL: seems simple enough. What would our cut listing look like?

Ana: When you buy your plywood, have Blue or Orange cut it into strips that are 7 3/4″ wide, as well as 8′ long. I will refer to these as “plywood strips.” By having the store cut your plywood into strips, you can haul it in just about any type of cars and truck as well as it will be easier to work with to produce the precise cut listing below when you get home. as well as you may even be able to get the store to make the precise cuts in the listing below, which will save you from any type of at-home sawing! Here’s that precise cut listing for ya:

6 – Plywood strips @ 72″ (tops as well as bottoms of shelves)
3 – 1×2 @ 72″ (fronts of shelves)
6 – 1×2 @ 69″ (shelf frame)
12 – 1×2 @ 7″ (ends of shelf frame as well as shelf)
21 – 1×2 @ 5 1/2″ (shelf frame studs)

YHL: Ok, we’re ready. hit us with your plans.

Ana: Alright. Let’s get down to business.

1.  general Instructions. work on a clean level surface. have your plywood cut into 7 3/4″ strips by the hardware store. then make all of your cuts as directed in the cut list. always utilize glue as well as countersink your screws. keep outside edges flush unless otherwise directed. utilize appropriate security precautions as well as equipment. Click plan to enlarge.

2.  Frame. set aside the frame, now let’s drill the sleeve. Predrill with a countersink bit pilot holes for your screws in the frame sides. then utilize glue as well as the 2″ screws to fasten the frame supports to the frame sides. keep edges flush. Click plan to enlarge.

3.  shelf Trim. develop the trim for the shelf by screwing the trim ends to the trim face. Click plan to enlarge.

4.  shelf Surfaces. just like you would add a back to an IKEA bookcase, tack the plywood to the tops as well as bottoms of the shelf. keep your outside edges flush. The much better task you do, the less sanding later!

5.  test Fit. Your diy floating shelves should look like the above picture (except I made two thatare 48″ long, as well as you’ll most likely be making three that are 72″). Dryfit your frames with the sleeves to ensure the frame fits into the sleeve. You may requirement to sand the frame in areas to get a much better fit. You do want the sleeve to in shape tightly on the frame to keep it in place.

6.  wood Filler. fill all holes on the sides as well as deal with with wood filler. fill any type of as well as every hole if you want that shiny finish! Overfill your holes as well as let dry.

7.  Sand. Sand extremely well, making all edges flush as well as even. If you requirement to, add more wood filler, let dry as well as sand again. The much better you do at sanding, the shinier & smoother your surface will be.

8.  Painting. Vacuum your shelves with a soft bristled brush. If you are utilizing paint with primer, you can avoid the primer. Otherwise, apply a coat of primer first. let dry, as well as begin adding coats of high gloss white paint. I utilized three coats.

9.  Hanging On The Wall. find the studs in your wall as well as mark where your shelf will be placed. If you cannot find a stud, then you will requirement to utilize drywall anchors to hang your shelves. then fasten with 3″ screws as shown above into the stud or anchor in the wall. Screw in a downward direction, as shown above. This will not just provide you space for your drill, however it will likewise produce a hook, or a stronger joint. utilize at least 6 screws, in at least 3 different places or studs. utilize a level as shown below to keep things looking straight.

10.  shelf Sleeve. Slide the shelf sleeve over the frame, as shown below. The sleeve will in shape snugly. If it’s as well snug, you can sand down the frame a bit – just a bit will make a huge difference. You want the sleeve to in shape tightly, as we will not be screwing the sleeve to the frame.

*And now for the Ana-White.com disclaimer: This plan has not been tested for weight or safety. develop at your own risk. Ana-White.com (or young home Love) are in no method accountable for any type of loss, damages or injury resulting from this post.

Onward to the after picture. inspect out Ana’s fantastic shelves. We can’t believe that she really whipped up a pair for herself (she wished to be sure that the plans that she provided were as precise as well as detailed as possible). as well as we likewise can’t believe exactly how excellent they look in her home.

So a huge say thanks to you to the fantastic Ana for whipping up such a amazing make-it-yourself shelf tutorial. What do you guys think? will any type of of you be producing some smooth diy floating shelves anytime soon? Let’s shower Ana with praise for stopping in. as well as of course, we’d like to see pictures from anyone as well as everybody who decides to take these infants on. happy building to one as well as all!

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