Build Attic Shelves

These will support your shelves.

Build attic shelves.

Build a storage system with wooden attic shelves the attic has been turned into a storage space by creating shelves. Using 10d nails nail the boards vertically to the rafters in such a way that one board end be on the floor and the. Build shorter shelves by cutting the shelf to length. If you ve got a slanted ceiling or roof line shelves can be tough.

As already mentioned attics are a treasure trove for creating storage there are so many locations that require only a bit of imagination and a good woodworker. Cut 1x1 pieces to fit across two for each shelf on the unit and screw them into place using the marks you made. Add a rod instead. After that mark on the vertical boards the distance you ve planned out between the shelves.

By using 2 x 4s and screws along with pre cut osb 2 x 8 sheets i built very strong and functional shelves that look nice too. Storage space in attics is usually limited to the small floored area. So i cleared all the boxes and did lots of measuring. Required tools for this project have the necessary tools for this diy floating shelves project lined up before you start you ll save time and frustration.

This is especially handy for puffy winter jackets that seem to take up half of the coat closet. Cut the perpendicular boards to form the sides of the storage units. I first screwed the back support. Now you have the front support.

Create a full height storage solution in your attic. The owner has then placed storage containers on the shelves. Since i had the exposed studs to work with that made it easy to use as the legs of the shelves on that side. The right place can be between two attic rafters.

If individual shelves feel too messy and cluttered for your walls diy pegboards. You ll gain additional space for vases plants mirrors frames etc and warm up your space with the giant. Whether with shelves or cabinets it makes sense to build right into the eaves or go floor to ceiling in an attic. Glue a filler block flush with the end and nail each side with small brad nails.

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.