Making a Bookshelf with Cheap Lumber
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 5 ก.พ. 2025
- All you need to make this DIY bookshelf is some 2x10 lumber and screws.
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Love this, thank you so much for the tutorial! You make me feel like I could actually do this, even with no experience in woodworking 🙏
Basic carpentry is kinda like cooking ,follow the recipe
"Inexpensive" :) ... sounds better than cheap! My favorite style honestly.
I can't stand it when people use cheap for inexpensive. I've bought many things that were inexpensive but were far from being cheap.
Simple shelf and a simple video. Appreciate the get to it tutorial and no loud branded intro.
Totally!
Probably a bit heavy, but should look rustic. I noticed you didn't use any glue. I would have glued each joint and glued the dowels in before cutting them off. Good build. Cheers!!
Did you say sturdy?
Thank you! I appreciate getting the thumbs up to use what I can afford without feeling guilty. Also appreciate that your video is simply stated without a bunch o’ nonsense.
Omgosh I just had an epiphany!!! Just what I need and something I can do!!!
So beautiful 😍
Thank you so much for this! I was trying to figure out how to build a simple bookcase with screws but didn't want the screws to show. What a great idea with the dowels. Now I'm excited to start my new project this weekend!
Simple shelf rocks. I've had stuff like this in my house for the better part of 20 years. I'm not out to impress anybody. This is probably better built than any of that shit you find in the stores. Well done. Quick video. This is something that almost anybody can do with a few minor tools. I love it.
It looks amazing ❤ You're right, the thingies you covered the screws with blend perfectly
Good job...looks great..modern..economical..win win..
Talented young man...so wonderful to see young people creating function and beauty..
After stain or paint you can have a $300 or $400 bookshelf. My issue is have lots of 11-12 inch books(TTRPG) and most of the shelves are just too small or weak. This is perfect for me
You inspired me to build my own bookshelf from framing lumber. I hope it turns out well. This is great and looks amazing!
How did your shelf turn out
I actually really enjoy using framing lumber for some projects. It makes a statement for sure. In my office/craft room, I have a tabletop made from 2x6s that I stained a vintage blue sitting on a industrial metal base I commissioned from a local welder. The shelves are 2x10s that match sitting on pipe hardware.
Really nice work. I like the voice over too.
you are absolutely correct. purchase lumber within your budget range. i for one dont mind the light wood, its easy on the pocket book.
excellent work on your bookshelf. nicely done on having dowels hide the screws, great addition.
Beautiful bookshelf! I use cheap lumber to build all of my projects as well. Looking forward to watching future builds! Subscribed!
Thank you Jennifer!
i was thinking about making one since i have so many fabrics, and boxes arent enough for organizing, thankyou for the tutorial
That looks really good! I like it.
That is a very unique and well built unit. You can definitely be very proud of the your design and work.
That must weigh like 300lbs. Nice build.
Thanks, this is at my level. Totally pratical.
You did great. I was looking to buy DVD shelves a few years back. I tried to buy local, NOPE, internet, NAH, and finally I decided to build my own. I built two amazing 72H x 26W x 6D DVD shelves for under $100 and they have a capacity of like almost 400 plus DVDs each. If you build right and it is properly build and not exposed to the elements I would believe that your project will last a long time. Of course I have seen some of these professional guys building simple stuff with very expensive tools, not me, I just know how to build and with the right tools. Thank you for your video and the idea.
Solid wood is better than laminate. Looks great.
Don't worry what someone would say for using cheap lumber. It's nobody's business. Make what you like and enjoy the process
Awesome Shelf. Super cool
Lovely Work
I just got a huge haul from the public library for basically nothing. 60 bucks. I have an old workshop/barn that has wood lined walls and plan to copy this idea. 2x10s should work good! I don't need to spend much either.
I like your sound, clam and soft
I like it and the philosophy behind it.
I built this kind of bookshelf. I wish i had this video before hand i was just winging it but turned out pretty good
I built mine with a boat load of pocket holes and screws. Took me forever
A jointer plainer would have been handy here to clean up edges and make this lighter lol nice work !
VERY COOL DESIGN AND BUILD VIDEO!
God bless you from Idaho! I’m waiting on job offer from UA pipe local in meridian just had interview! This is cool build my wife loves rustic
Nice, I subscribed! Most of us out here can only afford cheap lumber for home projects lol I’m not a good enough wood worker for all that fancy lumber
Great job
Nice job !
I love it.
this is beautiful! Thani you so much!!
Very very nice
Really people get mad at that, I seen some bad ass stuff made with cheap lumber that I wish they would sell so I can be a customer I don’t have time to build I just watch and tell myself I will one day.
Very very nice
Very nice!
Thanks. I’ve been meaning to make a couple projects for the house and have been looking for alternatives to plywood as it is too expensive now. Was considering mdf but framing lumber seems like a better option. I’m glad I came across your video, I really like your design. I’ve been looking for a tutorial for a simple closet system possibly using this lumber as well. Any ideas?
Quisiera fabricar una es tan original el diseño..
Hi. what are the overall dimentions of the bookshelf? wondering if it might be too big for my daughters room. also, and guess on the total weight? we are on a crawl space and i worry about the stress on the floor joists.
thanks again and nice video
This shelf is 3’ by 6’. Not sure about the exact weight but I can’t imagine it would ever be a problem in any floor situation.
I buy good looking 2x lumber in advance and let it dry for at least a few weeks. Good ones have denser, straighter grain and less knots. Still, they can move a lot when cut.
Awesome build! Thanks for sharing your time and talent!
I love it
Don't think my question laughable, because I'm learning from all you do. The drill bit was for a screw on the end, but also had a wide metal circle maker for the dowel. What do you call bits like that? Thank. Barb
It’s called a spade bit, some people call it a paddle bit. Honestly, I should have used a forstner bit as it makes much cleaner holes. Your question is not laughable, we’re all here to learn!
this looks amazing ❤
how long overall did it take you? :D
Well done!!!
Thanks TJ!
How many pieces of wood did you use ??? I love this !
I think I bought 5 boards that were 8’ long for this project.
Nice
You don't know about the counter sink bit?
Do you need a planer for this sort of thing to make sure everything is lined up well?
I don’t own a planer so it’s not necessary.
@@WoodworkingAcademy great success!
Would this hold many books because I am afraid it would collapse if I fill it up?
You could not collapse this bookshelf if you tried. The lumber is twice as thick as traditional bookshelves.
@@WoodworkingAcademy Thank you so much, your work is great!!
Great vid, I'm on the same mind of build what you can afford and forget anywho who wants to be an elitist. On a completely unrelated note and only a suggestion never going to tell people what they should do, but some background music with your voiceover might help people stick around :P It's somewhat off putting (not that it bothers me much) to have complete silence between sentences, so some copyright free stuff low in the background could help. Again only a suggestion. Still watching the whole vid and liking :P Keep up the good work.
Thanks!
Hi! New “shelf builder” here. This looks amazing!! I’m going to do the same today but can you pls tell me how to get the shelf secured onto my wall? I have cats and a six year old lol
Hi Clare. I would use 1 or 2 small right-angle brackets and maybe drywall anchors if needed.
@@WoodworkingAcademy you are the best! Tysm
@@WoodworkingAcademyjust bought your plans. Wish me luck 😅
@@ClareMarie94 You can do it! Best wishes!
@@ClareMarie94Have you started it? I bought the plans too....how hard can it be right lol
Can this type of wood be stained to be darker? Thanks!
Yes, all wood can be stained. Just test out the stain on scrap piece of wood before you commit to a color.
Are those boards the least expensive type available at Lowes and Home Depot? I don’t know anything about lumber. I thought thinner boards might be less expensive.
Yes, framing lumber is actually cheaper than thinner stock.
Is that lumber cheap? Looks thick and would run up the cost
It’s pretty cheap. It’s framing lumber (2x10) so it’s actually cheaper than most 1x10. If you look at 1x4 that aren’t rough cut and compare to framing lumber like 2x4, you’ll find the framing lumber is usually cheaper despite being thicker. It’s usually imperfect but that was the point of this project.
Curious as someone without access to equipment/machinery like this: is there a place where I can go and build it myself? Once I purchase the tools necessary, of course? I’m just poor, but none of the bookshelves online are doing it for me, tbh.
some stores may cut these to some of this size. you could try. good luck.
can u provide the dimensions? i like this but i have a 24" space it need it to fit in, just wanna know before i buy
This bookshelf is 36" wide and 72" tall.
also like simple design and form follow function
I think 1x10 would be sturdy enough and half the weight...?
Yes it would be fine with 1x10s
Those counterbore holes can look pretty ragged, even after filling them with dowels. Next time, maybe a forstner bit instead, if you have a set.
Could you countersink and then use wood filler?
@@1Carly I suppose that's an option, but I've never tried it.
Honestly if I could have any talent, this would probably be up there. I'm just.... not mechanical like this lol. Idk if mechanical is the word I'm looking for I'm just not built like this 🤣🤣 never been the type to work and create with my hands. But I wish I could. Can anyone guide me as to where to start for a complete beginner? Like.. never created a thing in his life beginner lol
My advice would be to just start making something, literally anything. Invest in some tools and try to build something simple.
@@WoodworkingAcademy thanks for the advice! What would you start with? And what tools do you suggest? Btw I can't believe you only have 400ish subs. Your channel is put together so well. Should have 10K+ easy
There is no plan in the description thought
There is. I'm wondering if you're looking at the comments and not the description. If you open the description, you'll see there is a link to the plans.
he should have used glue before putting the wood piece in to hide the screws. Still a good looking bookcase
Nice but no glue
Do you think it would be good to add glue?
How likely is this to fall over?
Not likely. Probably the same likelihood as any other bookshelf.
I wish he would have just gave the information
Spruce warps, cracks, and shrinks, so you will see what you don’t expect within a few years. It is also weak on bumps, so it is commercially useless and looks cheap.
I didn’t use spruce. It’s either pine or fir, which does none of the things you’re talking about. Thanks