Build Attic Wall Shelves

I first screwed the back support boards for each shelf into the studs.

Build attic wall shelves.

Watch this video to find out more. I followed this tutorial by ana white which is an easy and cost effective way to make basic wood shelving for an attic basement or garage. By adding shelves that are supported by 2 4 brackets attached to the rafters you can expand your useable attic storage space. Storage space in attics is usually limited to the small floored area.

Fit the miter on one end then mark the opposite end for cutting. Cut the perpendicular boards to form the sides of the storage units. Start choosing the best place for your shelves. Fill the shelves with books and you will get a home library where you can sit and enjoy books.

Band and the cove moldings extra long. Now you have the front support. The first step in building homemade wall shelves is to cut the 1 in. Using 10d nails nail the boards vertically to the rafters in such a way that one board end be on the floor and the.

The right place can be between two attic rafters. Install the entire wall of the window with built in shelves and beneath the window make a built in storage bench that can act as a window seat or a reading nook. After that mark on the vertical boards the distance you ve planned out between the shelves. Cut 1x1 pieces to fit across two for each shelf on the unit and screw them into place using the marks you made.

These will support your shelves.