Great video. Having contractors do things to your house is becoming a thing of the past. It’s expensive enough just to buy the materials now. Thank goodness for TH-cam.
Thanks for the comment Andy. You’re right, TH-cam has saved me a lot of money! I learn so much from others. That’s what prompted me to make some videos.
I probably use pocket screws to the extreme. The make such a great tight joint. Thanks for watching and commenting on my videos. I really appreciate it!
Definitely one of the better DIY videos I've seen. So many excellent tips and techniques and clear simple well-scoped explanations. Thank you! This is exactly how I'll build mine.
We finished the pantry in a weekend. Decided to go with wood as per your comment. Thank you for your video, it gave me the confidence I needed to do the project.
You’re welcome. Thanks for the comment. Be sure you build the shelf height to suit you’re needs. If I did this over again, I’d make one of the middle shelves a little higher for large cereal boxes etc. let me know how it goes!
Can you come build this in my underthestairs space my husband keeps promising to build for me please? I absolutely love this and the perfection you exhibit is commendable!!! Great job!
Hi there! I followed your video to put up shelves in my pantry and am thrilled with the results. Thank you so much for taking the time to create this video.
I’m glad I saw this. Currently transforming our breakfast nook into a pantry. It’s about 6’X8’. I’m going to copy your design only ours will be painted white and one wall will have a base cabinet. Thanks for the details which is missing on so many videos. It’s the little things that make the difference. The best part is I have an excuse to buy some Kreg jigs and a Dewalt Brad nailer. Thank you
Thanks for the nice comment. Love the DeWalt Brad nailer. It’s 18ga, but all I need. Also use the Kreg jig a lot. New project=new tools!!!! Good luck with the project!
It’s loaded full. The top shelf is filled with liquor. It scares me but apparently the shelves are strong enough to take the weight. Good luck with your project and thanks for the comment.
Thanks for all the help! I’m going to attempt my first custom pantry shelves tomorrow. I am such beginner that I don’t have woodworking power tools.... 😬
I'm about to do this exact project. Only thing I will do different is extend the face trim all the way to the side shelves and then have the side trim go over it. That way you won't be able to see the gaps in the corners unless you stick your head in there and look from the side.
The center strut is brad nailed to the back shelves. The top shelf was a bit warped so I brad nailed it from the top into the cleat. Other than that, they are just sitting on the cleats loose. They can’t really move much. If you wanted to, you could brad nail every shelf. I just didn’t think it was needed. The back shelves are pocket screwed to the side shelves and the side shelves are against the wall in the front. Also, if you ever want to change the layout, fewer nails or screws is better. Thanks for the positive comment! Let me know if you have other questions.
Dan Calderas If you are talking about when I clamped the shelves flat and screwed them together, I used pocket screws. I use a Kreg Jig to make the pockets. Search for Kreg Jig or pocket screws and you should find a lot videos about it. I use the Master set which was about $100.00 I think. A bit of an investment, but I use it on a lot of projects. It makes a really strong joint.
Wow, that turned out beautiful. I wasn’t sure how poplar would look especially with pocket screws, but the facing you applied him them well. I’m doing some closets now and using 16 gauge finishing nails to secure the ledger to the studs. After seeing how nice your shelf facing turned out I think I’m going to add it to mine, similarly with 18 gauge Brad nails. Thanks for the great video!
Thank you! I’m a big fan of poplar. It’s a bit more expensive but worth it. I learned about the facing when I made some cabinets for my shop. They make a big difference. Watch my video about hanging closet doors and you will see what I mean. Good luck with your project. Send me a pic when you’re done!
First, my apologies for not responding sooner. I had several comments show up today that I’ve never seen. Thank you for your comment! 2 years later the shelves are holding up great. How did yours turn out?
2:32 & 12:12 ...Love those pocket holes there.😍👍💓 2:50 are you gonna put a center piece in...I think it will buckle/bend in the weak spot / center due to the weight of cans and stuff. ohh never mind..you answered it at 3:30
Great video and thank you for the tutorial. One question: What did you do to join and secure the two boards on each level? The face board seems to tip on one corner. I'm a bit confused about that part. Thanks
Look at the video at about 12 min. I talk about joining the boards together. They are joined on the underside with pocket screws. I’m not sure what you mean regarding the face board. Tell me where in the video you see that and I’ll try to figure it out. It might just be the camera angle because all the face boards fit quite nicely. Thanks for the compliment and don’t hesitate to ask, if there’s anything I can help you with.
Hey - thanks for the video, it was great. I’m about to install a similar pantry in my back entry, but hadn’t considered the facing - it really does step the project up a level. I have my boards cut to accommodate recessed 2x2 supports where the side meets the back shelf, so I don’t think these would get in the way of adding 1x2 facings. Obviously it would be better to have the boards prepped all at once, but timing wise I’d like to install the bulk of it sooner than later (see: not cutting, sanding, sealing more boards) - would you see any issues in adding the 1x2s for the facing at a later date? I’m joining by shelves nearly identically to how you’ve shown it here but with an added pocket into the 2x2s for the side shelves since they will only have one wall support. Thanks again!
Great video! I'm excited to get started with our pantry build. Question: We have a very long (12 feet) walk-in pantry. How far apart should the vertical structural supports be placed? I'm not sure how many to use.
I’m glad you liked the video. Wow! A 12ft pantry would be great. I don’t pretend to be an expert but I think I’d put a support every 36”. Be sure the supports are anchored firmly to the shelf. You may want to use screws instead of brad nails like I did. Good luck!
Would it make sense to put structural posts at the corners where the side shelf is not supported? I think it might be nice to put the facing boards Higher to create a lit edge in the shelf.
You could certainly add more structure to the corners. The pantry has been in over a year with no issues. My son-in-law has the top self loaded with liquor and it seems to be fine. If it make you core comfortable, go ahead and add extra support. I didn’t want a lip because it would make the shelves harder to wipe clean. That’s just my opinion. Good luck with the project!
hey there ! is there a material list you could provide ? of what you used , i keep catching bits and pieces i get to busy watching what your doing , this is so helpful ! cant wait to to hit up lows !
Kristen Bell Hi! Not much of a list. 1x2 for the cleats, the back shelves were 1x12 and the side shelves were 1x8. The facing and front support were also 1x2. All were poplar. I finished with 3 coats of water based polyethylene and sanded with a 220 grit between coats. The shelf bottoms only got two coats. I was constrained on the side shelves so you could make them all 1x12, if you have the room. Good luck and let me know, if you have any other questions.
I have a project starting tmrw of a customer wanting the same thing. But would like there to not be a center support. Do you think supports that make the 90 in the corner would work? Maybe creating a 90 degree corner for the supports instead of just one plane.
Are the shelves strong enough on the sides and in the corners, to hold a good amount of weight? Thinking of doing this for my wife’s classroom where she will store her books.
Reid Selby I think it should be fine if you cleat both the back and the sides. If you only have a back wall for cleats you will have to add sides to the shelves. If you have a U shaped area that will take both back and side cleats the only issue is the width when supporting books. If the width is more than 3 ft, I would add a center strut like I did in the video. I hope this makes sense. If not, let me know what you need clarified. Good luck With the project!
Awesome video. I want to build shelves in my existing special made pantry cabinet. Unfortunately the sides of the cabinet is not against a wall, so my only real support will be the back. I'm only putting shampoos, cleaning supplies, towels, light bathroom items. My shelves will be 24" or less wide x 16" deep. How do you suggest I make my sides strong enough to hold these items. The existing shelf was made from a nice thick poplar solid wood (not pressed wood). Thanks much.
Thanks for the comment! First, go to my channel, rmarvids, and look for a video titled “Shelves for a small storage closet”. Watch it for ideas. If you don’t mind white shelving, you can actually buy MDF boards that are pre drilled for shelf pins. Lowe’s or Menards have them I believe. Come back to me with thoughts after watching that. I’m havi
We are building out our pantry using this awesome video as a template! We are at the point of drilling the pocket holes on the underside of the shelves to join the two side shelves together. I am so afraid we'll drill through the wood or that the screws will go through the top of the shelf board. Is there a trick to making sure that doesn't happen(screw length, etc)? Thank you!
If you are using the Kreg Jig pocket hole system and you set it correctly, you shouldn’t have a problem. There is a guide on the Kreg website as to which screws to use based on the thickness of your boards. If you are using softer wood like pine or poplar be sure to use course screws. Try a test piece and you will quickly see if you are set correctly. Don’t over tighten as you may strip the wood. Again, test to get a feel for this. I’m pleased that my video is helpful to you. Pleas don’t hesitate to ask, if you have more questions. Otherwise, let me know how it worked out for you!
dhenry3lsu I didn’t attach the support to the floor. It’s brad nailed to each shelf. There shouldn’t be an outward force strong enough to pull it out so I saw no need to put holes in the floor. Thanks for watching and I hope it was helpful.
Don’t remember exactly. About $250? Price of lumber is way up right now though. It was a lot cheaper than the $2,000 that was bid. Thanks for the nice comment.
Great video, just what I was looking for! I'm rebuilding our pantry and the back shelves will be 45" across. Would you still recommend the center support post?
My pantry is only 20" deep so I am not doing shelves on the side. Because of the narrow depth the builder did not put studs between the 20" gap so now I have no studs to mount my side 1x2 support pieces. Suggestions on what type of drywall anchor to use?
I would recommend a toggle anchor. To be double safe, you could run a vertical 1x2 on each side by the wall like I did in the center. Since the 1x2 sits on the floor it will add extra strength. Good luck!
I’m assuming since the back shelves were a perfect fit that you had to place the shelves one by one starting with the bottom shelf first? I’m demo-ing my pantry which is similar to yours and I decided to remove the shelves starting from the middle, but realized there was no room to slide the shelves out.
You are correct. Start from the bottom and work up. Also, be aware that you walls may not be perfectly flat so you may have to trim some of the selves slightly shorter to fit. Good luck and let me know how it goes!
Thank you but Woodprix looks like it requires much more detailed plans than I provide. All my plans are in my mind and I just go for it! Thanks again for the comment!
I am pretty good at watching videos and then pulling off a project. I want to use a melamine covered wood ( I think it’s actually MDF coated white?) for the white color and ease of cleaning. Would these directions apply equally to using that material? As I have little experience would you give me a list of the tools that you used so I can buy or borrow what I don’t have. I have a drill, but not a saw. Thank you for this great video, I can’t wait to go to Lowe’s and then tackle my pantry!
I’ve not worked with melamine so take this with a grain of salt. If you use pocket screws, make sure they are the course type. Be careful not to over tighten as melamine is just pressed wood with a plastic like coating. Screw will strip out the presses wood easily. I use a miter saw a lot. I would use a variable speed drill that has a clutch setting so you can control the amount of torque you put on the screw. I recommend a pocket hole jig. Of course you will want a level. That should take care of most of your tool needs. Good luck and let me know how it goes with the melamine.
Lock Surplus I used a pocket hole jig. They are very useful and strong. I use it on a lot of projects. Mine is made by Kreg. You can get them at Home Depot or Lowe’s. I got the master kit. It’s about $99, I think.
Thanks Ray, wondering if the same minimum single upright support would be used for 15” W shelves? Or would 2 additional upright supports be required at both ends of the shelf?
Hard to say Trace. If you’re in doubt, add the extra support. The ends get most of the support from the cleats on each end. However, the extra depth might allow some sagging, depending on how much weight you put on there. My son-in-law has the entire top shelf of theirs filled with liquor and it seems to be fine, but it’s only 12” deep. Good luck!
Get a good stud finder. Franklin Sensors FS710PROProSensor is a good one on Amazon. About $60 but worth it. I usually Locate the stud and if I’m Not sure, I make a hole with a very small drill bit. You will feel it, if you hit the stud. Good luck!!!
Awesome video and very helpful! Once I have some time I would most have to refer back to this video to assist me in completing such great project. One question that I have in mind is what kind of wood do you use for the facing? Or do you use poplar for it as well? Please let me know and thanks again!
I didn’t have to attach them. There are cleats all around and the back shelf can’t move away from the back wall because the side shelves hold them against the back wall. The side shelves are butted into the front wall so they won’t move. The back shelf is also supported by the center strut. Currently the top back shelf used used for liquor bottles. Lots of them! It hasn’t shown any signs of weight stress. I hope that answers your question. If not, let me know.
Thanks! I’m glad it was helpful. Good luck with the project! If I did this again, I would add a few inches to the height of a middle shelf for large tall cereal boxes.
Sorry for the late response on the cost. Honestly I don’t remember exactly. I’d estimate around $200? I do recall that the closet people wanted $2,000 to do it. I guess they use gold screws!
Not a Flop at all. The back is supported all the way across already. The span of the front requires, in my view, additional support. Thanks for watching!
Is the centre support just a 1x2?? I have a 60” L x 3 feet deep closet in the hallway that I have to make into a pantry and it’s been a nightmare trying to figure it out . Any other cheaper wood you would Recommend ? I’d also like to go thicker
How deep do you want the shelf to be along the back? Is there room for a shelf on each side like I had? If you will tell me that, I can offer suggestions.
I don’t do much Facebook. If you want to comment with your email, I can delete the comment as soon as I get it so it won’t stay out there for everyone to see. Sorry for the delayed response. Yard work all day!
I used 2” drywall screws to attach the cleats to the wall. The shelves were attached to each other with 1 1/4” Kreg screws. You select the Kreg pocket screws based on the size boards you use. Thanks for the question and for watching the video.
I used pocket screws to join the shelves together. I think it’s about 12 min into the video. If you don’t know about pocket screws, check out my video about making a TV console. I talk a bit about pocket screws and how to use them. Good luck with your project!
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Great video. Having contractors do things to your house is becoming a thing of the past. It’s expensive enough just to buy the materials now. Thank goodness for TH-cam.
Thanks for the comment Andy. You’re right, TH-cam has saved me a lot of money! I learn so much from others. That’s what prompted me to make some videos.
It never occurred to me to use pocket screws on shelf ledges!!! Very clever. Can't wait to try this on a shelf i plan to install soon.
I probably use pocket screws to the extreme. The make such a great tight joint. Thanks for watching and commenting on my videos. I really appreciate it!
Definitely one of the better DIY videos I've seen. So many excellent tips and techniques and clear simple well-scoped explanations. Thank you! This is exactly how I'll build mine.
Thank you. I really appreciate the nice comment!
We finished the pantry in a weekend. Decided to go with wood as per your comment. Thank you for your video, it gave me the confidence I needed to do the project.
Awesome! Well done!
This is EXACTLY what I wanted to have in my pantry and now seeing your video I know I can do this myself. Thanks.
You’re welcome. Thanks for the comment. Be sure you build the shelf height to suit you’re needs. If I did this over again, I’d make one of the middle shelves a little higher for large cereal boxes etc. let me know how it goes!
Thank you so much for this video, Ray! I followed your plans and it turned out amazing! She loves it.
Thanks for letting me know Joe. I’m glad it was helpful. Even more happy that your wife likes it! Good job getting it done!
Can you come build this in my underthestairs space my husband keeps promising to build for me please? I absolutely love this and the perfection you exhibit is commendable!!! Great job!
Sorry! Can’t come and help. Ha!! Thanks so much for the positive comment.
Yup, just helped me figure out what I'll be doing to my linen closet. 🙌🙌
Glad to hear the video helped! Thanks!
Hi there! I followed your video to put up shelves in my pantry and am thrilled with the results. Thank you so much for taking the time to create this video.
Well done! Congratulations! It makes me so happy that my videos help folks do a project. You made my night! Thank you!
TOO neat..great job & guidance...thanks
Thanks for watching!
I’m glad I saw this. Currently transforming our breakfast nook into a pantry. It’s about 6’X8’.
I’m going to copy your design only ours will be painted white and one wall will have a base cabinet.
Thanks for the details which is missing on so many videos. It’s the little things that make the difference.
The best part is I have an excuse to buy some Kreg jigs and a Dewalt Brad nailer.
Thank you
Thanks for the nice comment. Love the DeWalt Brad nailer. It’s 18ga, but all I need. Also use the Kreg jig a lot. New project=new tools!!!! Good luck with the project!
Those 1x2's look amazing compared to the ones I just bought.
Ha! I really take a long time to pick through to get the straight ones. Sometimes I go to more than one store. Thanks for the comment.
Beautiful result!
Thank you!
Really wish you would have shown the stocked up pantry. Nice job. I am jealous. May get to it this weekend. Thanks for sharing!
It’s loaded full. The top shelf is filled with liquor. It scares me but apparently the shelves are strong enough to take the weight. Good luck with your project and thanks for the comment.
Maybe consider calking the shelving meeting the walls & fill in the screw holes. Looks nice. Poplar is an excellent choice.
Good ideas. Thanks Dawn!
Absolutely beautiful.👍 Exactly how I want to do ours.
Thank you. I’m glad it was helpful!
Excellent
Thank you!
Thanks for all the help! I’m going to attempt my first custom pantry shelves tomorrow. I am such beginner that I don’t have woodworking power tools.... 😬
Hand tools will work fine. Just take your time. Good luck with the project and thanks for the comment!
Thank you for this video.
You’re Welcome!
Really helpful. I have a similar job in a pantry next week and was wondering how to fix those 90 degree joins.
Thanks! Good luck with your shelves!
I'm about to do this exact project. Only thing I will do different is extend the face trim all the way to the side shelves and then have the side trim go over it. That way you won't be able to see the gaps in the corners unless you stick your head in there and look from the side.
Great idea. Thanks for sharing it!
Thank you for sharing ❤❤❤
You’re welcome Pam. I’m glad it was helpful.
This was very helpful. No need to pay 💰 2k for a simple pantry. Thanks .
Thank you. These days the lumber will cost more but the savings will still be there.
I like the idea of the "U" shape system for structure. Also, Chiefs Kingdom baby!!! 4:39
Thanks for the comment! I’m not sure I understand the “Chiefs Kingdom” part?
Thanks for the comment and sorry for the late response. Your comment just showed up today!
Looks great!
Thanks Ashley!!
Great video. Great carpentry.
Thanks! I appreciate the positive comment!
Great job! a perfectionist!
Thank you very much!
It looks great
Thank you! I appreciate the comment!
You're welcome
Great video! I missed how you attached the shelves to the cleat?
The center strut is brad nailed to the back shelves. The top shelf was a bit warped so I brad nailed it from the top into the cleat. Other than that, they are just sitting on the cleats loose. They can’t really move much. If you wanted to, you could brad nail every shelf. I just didn’t think it was needed. The back shelves are pocket screwed to the side shelves and the side shelves are against the wall in the front. Also, if you ever want to change the layout, fewer nails or screws is better. Thanks for the positive comment! Let me know if you have other questions.
Thank you Ray.
You're welcome and sorry for the late response!
Nice Job.
Thank You!
Looks awesome!!
Thanks! I appreciate the nice comment!
Thank you for sharing, this video helped me a lot 🤗
You’re very welcome! Thanks for the comment!
Looks nice. Good job.
Thanks. It came out pretty well!
Great video with lots of detail instructions.
Thanks!
Thanks for a great video.
Thank you for the positive comment!
Great job!
Thank you! I appreciate the comment!
Awesome work
Neil Wines Thanks!
Well explained 😊
Thanks! I appreciate the comment!
Really nice and clean work. I'm looking for ideas for our walk-in pantry and this helps.
Thanks Greg. I appreciate the positive review. Good luck with your pantry. Send me a picture or video when it’s done!
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Thank you for the comment Lauren!
Nice job
Thank you. Thanks for subbing as well!
AWESOME! Thank you so much for posting this. This is perfect for my son to do for my pantry☺️
Great! Put him to work!
Wondering how you attached the two shelves together. Not to the ledger but to each other butted up at the inside corner?
Dan Calderas If you are talking about when I clamped the shelves flat and screwed them together, I used pocket screws. I use a Kreg Jig to make the pockets. Search for Kreg Jig or pocket screws and you should find a lot videos about it. I use the Master set which was about $100.00 I think. A bit of an investment, but I use it on a lot of projects. It makes a really strong joint.
Great job, we are trying to do pantry just like this one, show us the complete closet w 🚪
Thanks for the positive comment. I think you’re comment was cut short. If you need more information, let me know.
Wow, that turned out beautiful. I wasn’t sure how poplar would look especially with pocket screws, but the facing you applied him them well. I’m doing some closets now and using 16 gauge finishing nails to secure the ledger to the studs. After seeing how nice your shelf facing turned out I think I’m going to add it to mine, similarly with 18 gauge Brad nails. Thanks for the great video!
Thank you! I’m a big fan of poplar. It’s a bit more expensive but worth it. I learned about the facing when I made some cabinets for my shop. They make a big difference. Watch my video about hanging closet doors and you will see what I mean. Good luck with your project. Send me a pic when you’re done!
First, my apologies for not responding sooner. I had several comments show up today that I’ve never seen.
Thank you for your comment! 2 years later the shelves are holding up great. How did yours turn out?
2:32 & 12:12 ...Love those pocket holes there.😍👍💓
2:50 are you gonna put a center piece in...I think it will buckle/bend in the weak spot / center due to the weight of cans and stuff. ohh never mind..you answered it at 3:30
Thanks. I like pocket holes. Strong!
good job bud
Thanks! I appreciate that!
Great video and thank you for the tutorial.
One question: What did you do to join and secure the two boards on each level? The face board seems to tip on one corner. I'm a bit confused about that part. Thanks
Look at the video at about 12 min. I talk about joining the boards together. They are joined on the underside with pocket screws. I’m not sure what you mean regarding the face board. Tell me where in the video you see that and I’ll try to figure it out. It might just be the camera angle because all the face boards fit quite nicely. Thanks for the compliment and don’t hesitate to ask, if there’s anything I can help you with.
Hey - thanks for the video, it was great. I’m about to install a similar pantry in my back entry, but hadn’t considered the facing - it really does step the project up a level. I have my boards cut to accommodate recessed 2x2 supports where the side meets the back shelf, so I don’t think these would get in the way of adding 1x2 facings. Obviously it would be better to have the boards prepped all at once, but timing wise I’d like to install the bulk of it sooner than later (see: not cutting, sanding, sealing more boards) - would you see any issues in adding the 1x2s for the facing at a later date? I’m joining by shelves nearly identically to how you’ve shown it here but with an added pocket into the 2x2s for the side shelves since they will only have one wall support. Thanks again!
I don’t see an issue adding the facing after all the shelves are installed. Should be just fine. Good luck!
I'm assuming you ran the vertical support all the way down to the ground? Did you fix it to the ground or is it just resting?
I did run it all the way to the floor. I did no anchor it. Thanks for the question.
thinking about doing this to our outdated pantry. The width of the pantry is 46"....do you suggest a center support as you show in the video?
I would definitely do the center support. Good luck!
Great video! I'm excited to get started with our pantry build. Question: We have a very long (12 feet) walk-in pantry. How far apart should the vertical structural supports be placed? I'm not sure how many to use.
I’m glad you liked the video. Wow! A 12ft pantry would be great. I don’t pretend to be an expert but I think I’d put a support every 36”. Be sure the supports are anchored firmly to the shelf. You may want to use screws instead of brad nails like I did. Good luck!
Would it make sense to put structural posts at the corners where the side shelf is not supported? I think it might be nice to put the facing boards Higher to create a lit edge in the shelf.
You could certainly add more structure to the corners. The pantry has been in over a year with no issues. My son-in-law has the top self loaded with liquor and it seems to be fine. If it make you core comfortable, go ahead and add extra support. I didn’t want a lip because it would make the shelves harder to wipe clean. That’s just my opinion. Good luck with the project!
nice work!
Thanks for the positive feedback. Much appreciated!
Looks Great, Good job!
Thanks. I appreciate the positive comment!
If i were more like you and cleaned after portions of the builds, my shop might actually be clean. HAHAHA 2:43
Ha! I’m 68 yrs old. Finally cleaning up after myself! Thanks for the comment!
Wow, $2K? I feel like it would be closer to 3, now in 2022.
Ha! You’re probably right. Not that hard to do and it saved a lot of money. Thanks for watching and commenting.
hey there ! is there a material list you could provide ? of what you used , i keep catching bits and pieces i get to busy watching what your doing , this is so helpful ! cant wait to to hit up lows !
Kristen Bell Hi! Not much of a list. 1x2 for the cleats, the back shelves were 1x12 and the side shelves were 1x8. The facing and front support were also 1x2. All were poplar. I finished with 3 coats of water based polyethylene and sanded with a 220 grit between coats. The shelf bottoms only got two coats. I was constrained on the side shelves so you could make them all 1x12, if you have the room. Good luck and let me know, if you have any other questions.
I have a project starting tmrw of a customer wanting the same thing. But would like there to not be a center support. Do you think supports that make the 90 in the corner would work? Maybe creating a 90 degree corner for the supports instead of just one plane.
Depends on the length of the shelf. You could always use an L bracket in the middle instead of a center support. Good luck!
Are the shelves strong enough on the sides and in the corners, to hold a good amount of weight? Thinking of doing this for my wife’s classroom where she will store her books.
Reid Selby I think it should be fine if you cleat both the back and the sides. If you only have a back wall for cleats you will have to add sides to the shelves. If you have a U shaped area that will take both back and side cleats the only issue is the width when supporting books. If the width is more than 3 ft, I would add a center strut like I did in the video. I hope this makes sense. If not, let me know what you need clarified. Good luck
With the project!
Rmarvids thank you!!
Awesome video. I want to build shelves in my existing special made pantry cabinet. Unfortunately the sides of the cabinet is not against a wall, so my only real support will be the back. I'm only putting shampoos, cleaning supplies, towels, light bathroom items. My shelves will be 24" or less wide x 16" deep. How do you suggest I make my sides strong enough to hold these items. The existing shelf was made from a nice thick poplar solid wood (not pressed wood). Thanks much.
Thanks for the comment! First, go to my channel, rmarvids, and look for a video titled “Shelves for a small storage closet”. Watch it for ideas. If you don’t mind white shelving, you can actually buy MDF boards that are pre drilled for shelf pins. Lowe’s or Menards have them I believe. Come back to me with thoughts after watching that. I’m havi
We are building out our pantry using this awesome video as a template! We are at the point of drilling the pocket holes on the underside of the shelves to join the two side shelves together. I am so afraid we'll drill through the wood or that the screws will go through the top of the shelf board. Is there a trick to making sure that doesn't happen(screw length, etc)? Thank you!
If you are using the Kreg Jig pocket hole system and you set it correctly, you shouldn’t have a problem. There is a guide on the Kreg website as to which screws to use based on the thickness of your boards. If you are using softer wood like pine or poplar be sure to use course screws. Try a test piece and you will quickly see if you are set correctly. Don’t over tighten as you may strip the wood. Again, test to get a feel for this. I’m pleased that my video is helpful to you. Pleas don’t hesitate to ask, if you have more questions. Otherwise, let me know how it worked out for you!
How did you attach the support post to the floor?
dhenry3lsu I didn’t attach the support to the floor. It’s brad nailed to each shelf. There shouldn’t be an outward force strong enough to pull it out so I saw no need to put holes in the floor. Thanks for watching and I hope it was helpful.
@@Ray_Here oh yes, we'll done video, thanks
Would this system/set up be suitable for a linen closet holding sheets, towels and the like?
Absolutely. You might want to make the shelves slightly deeper.
Beautiful job. What was the cost of all the material for this job?
Don’t remember exactly. About $250? Price of lumber is way up right now though. It was a lot cheaper than the $2,000 that was bid. Thanks for the nice comment.
Great video, just what I was looking for! I'm rebuilding our pantry and the back shelves will be 45" across. Would you still recommend the center support post?
Thanks for your nice comment. Yes, I wold still do a center support to be on the safe side. Good luck with the project!
My pantry is only 20" deep so I am not doing shelves on the side. Because of the narrow depth the builder did not put studs between the 20" gap so now I have no studs to mount my side 1x2 support pieces. Suggestions on what type of drywall anchor to use?
I would recommend a toggle anchor. To be double safe, you could run a vertical 1x2 on each side by the wall like I did in the center. Since the 1x2 sits on the floor it will add extra strength. Good luck!
I’m assuming since the back shelves were a perfect fit that you had to place the shelves one by one starting with the bottom shelf first? I’m demo-ing my pantry which is similar to yours and I decided to remove the shelves starting from the middle, but realized there was no room to slide the shelves out.
You are correct. Start from the bottom and work up. Also, be aware that you walls may not be perfectly flat so you may have to trim some of the selves slightly shorter to fit.
Good luck and let me know how it goes!
I am so sure that you will find good way to make it on woodprix.
Thank you but Woodprix looks like it requires much more detailed plans than I provide. All my plans are in my mind and I just go for it! Thanks again for the comment!
@@Ray_Here OK. Just do some dust ;) All the best to you Rmarvids!
Sure, if you want to pay $67. Here, it's free (my favorite price). Thanks, Dale!
Great job man!! That’s really smart ❤️❤️ 3:47
Thanks!
I am pretty good at watching videos and then pulling off a project. I want to use a melamine covered wood ( I think it’s actually MDF coated white?) for the white color and ease of cleaning. Would these directions apply equally to using that material? As I have little experience would you give me a list of the tools that you used so I can buy or borrow what I don’t have. I have a drill, but not a saw.
Thank you for this great video, I can’t wait to go to Lowe’s and then tackle my pantry!
I’ve not worked with melamine so take this with a grain of salt. If you use pocket screws, make sure they are the course type. Be careful not to over tighten as melamine is just pressed wood with a plastic like coating. Screw will strip out the presses wood easily.
I use a miter saw a lot. I would use a variable speed drill that has a clutch setting so you can control the amount of torque you put on the screw. I recommend a pocket hole jig. Of course you will want a level. That should take care of most of your tool needs. Good luck and let me know how it goes with the melamine.
@@Ray_Here I am so impressed that you answered so quickly! Thank you! And I will let you know how it goes.
What tool was is that you used to come in through the side and attach to the board? Sounds like crankjey but couldn't find that tool online.
Lock Surplus I used a pocket hole jig. They are very useful and strong. I use it on a lot of projects. Mine is made by Kreg. You can get them at Home Depot or Lowe’s. I got the master kit. It’s about $99, I think.
I probably said Kreg Jig on the video. Sorry if it wasn’t clear.
Thanks Ray, wondering if the same minimum single upright support would be used for 15” W shelves? Or would 2 additional upright supports be required at both ends of the shelf?
Hard to say Trace. If you’re in doubt, add the extra support. The ends get most of the support from the cleats on each end. However, the extra depth might allow some sagging, depending on how much weight you put on there. My son-in-law has the entire top shelf of theirs filled with liquor and it seems to be fine, but it’s only 12” deep. Good luck!
Our problem is finding the 2x6s in the wall to attach the 1x3s. Any suggestions.
Get a good stud finder. Franklin Sensors FS710PROProSensor is a good one on Amazon. About $60 but worth it. I usually Locate the stud and if I’m Not sure, I make a hole with a very small drill bit. You will feel it, if you hit the stud. Good luck!!!
Awesome video and very helpful! Once I have some time I would most have to refer back to this video to assist me in completing such great project. One question that I have in mind is what kind of wood do you use for the facing? Or do you use poplar for it as well? Please let me know and thanks again!
Yang Lu I’m glad the video was helpful and thank you for the positive feedback. The facing was done with 1x2 poplar.
Rmarvids , okay thanks. I will give it a try when I get the chance.
Thank for the idea just got it done today. It look awesome but not as good as your that will do it lol.
Well done!! I’m glad my video was of help to you. Thanks for letting me know!
How did you attach the shelves to the wall or cleats? Or are they just sitting on cleats?
I didn’t have to attach them. There are cleats all around and the back shelf can’t move away from the back wall because the side shelves hold them against the back wall. The side shelves are butted into the front wall so they won’t move. The back shelf is also supported by the center strut. Currently the top
back shelf used used for liquor bottles. Lots of them! It hasn’t shown any signs of weight stress. I hope that answers your question. If not, let me know.
What grid sandpaper did you use on before first coat of poly and in between?
I used a 220 grit for all sanding. You could go finer for the last coat but I don’t find it’s required for a shelf.
What size screw did you use to attach the cleats?
2 1/2” screws to attach the cleats to the walls. Make sure you go into a stud. Thanks.
how wide was the door?
The door is 28” wide.
Nice work! Your pantry is almost identical in size and shape to mine so this video was super helpful!! How much did it end up costing you? Thank u :)
Thanks! I’m glad it was helpful. Good luck with the project! If I did this again, I would add a few inches to the height of a middle shelf for large tall cereal boxes.
Sorry for the late response on the cost. Honestly I don’t remember exactly. I’d estimate around $200? I do recall that the closet people wanted $2,000 to do it. I guess they use gold screws!
man that center support piece was kind of a flop, don’t ya think? should have been in the back
Not a Flop at all. The back is supported all the way across already. The span of the front requires, in my view, additional support. Thanks for watching!
What was the total cost for all the wood?
As I recall it was less than $200. You could reduce that by using select pine instead of poplar. In fact, I think I used select pine for the cleats.
Rmarvids thank you. I’m gonna build out a pantry in my new house thanks for the video.
Good luck! If I did it again, I’d make one of the center shelves tall enough for large cereal boxes. About 15” maybe? Glad the video was helpful!
Rmarvids ya good point!!! Who eats cereal anymore?????
Small? I guess size is relative
You’re right! This is really a pretty good size pantry. Thanks for the comment!
Is the centre support just a 1x2?? I have a 60” L x 3 feet deep closet in the hallway that I have to make into a pantry and it’s been a nightmare trying to figure it out . Any other cheaper wood you would
Recommend ? I’d also like to go thicker
How deep do you want the shelf to be along the back? Is there room for a shelf on each side like I had? If you will tell me that, I can offer suggestions.
16 or 18 inches wide . Would be nice to have another way to communicate . Facebook?
I don’t do much Facebook. If you want to comment with your email, I can delete the comment as soon as I get it so it won’t stay out there for everyone to see. Sorry for the delayed response. Yard work all day!
rain884 I tried the email and it bounced back undeliverable. Did you key it in correctly? I don’t know what you mean by photography page.
What kind of screws did you use for attaching the cleats to the drywall and attaching the shelves to each other ?
I used 2” drywall screws to attach the cleats to the wall. The shelves were attached to each other with 1 1/4” Kreg screws. You select the Kreg pocket screws based on the size boards you use. Thanks for the question and for watching the video.
@@Ray_Here Awesome. Thank you. I will be installing this type of shelving in my pantry.
Excellent! Let me know how it goes. If it makes you feel more comfortable us a 2 1/2” screw on the cleats for extra support.
What is the name of the wood u used
I used pine for the cleats and poplar for the shelves and facing.
@@Ray_Here ok ty
Also how did u screw the shelfs together for more support...when the shelfs meet
I used pocket screws to join the shelves together. I think it’s about 12 min into the video. If you don’t know about pocket screws, check out my video about making a TV console. I talk a bit about pocket screws and how to use them. Good luck with your project!
@@Ray_Here ty again....and ty for the info much appreciated
TOO neat..great job & guidance...thanks
Thank you!
What size DeWalt nail gun were you using
I use the 18 gauge battery operated pin nailer. It’s fine for basic projects.
@@Ray_Here Thanks