Double
Bookshelf
Single Bookshelf
Tools Required /
General Notes
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Electric or cordless
drill/screwdriver with a phillips #2 medium head bit.
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Table saw or circular saw.
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Drill pilot holes whenever
using wood screws to prevent the wood from splitting. Countersink the
pilot holes so the screw is just below the wood surface.
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Always refer back to the top
picture to see how everything fits together.
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For ease of transportation, we have set the maximum length of any single board
to purchase at 10', which should easily fit into the back of most mini-vans,
SUVs and station wagons and not stick out too far.
You may also purchase longer pieces and have the lumber yard cut them to size
before you leave. Remember to place a red flag on any lumber sticking out
the back end of your vehicle.
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Remember 2x4's are actually 1-1/2" x 3-1/2", 2x6's are 1-1/2" x 5 1/2".
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Save the scrap pieces, they may be used for building a desktop later on.
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Before purchasing the lumber, please read through this entire set of plans to
familiarize yourself with all aspects of this project.
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Always wear safety glasses when working around wood and sawdust.
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All lumber should be prime or #1 grade. Most home improvement stores such
as Home Depot and Lowes will let you search and select the best pieces from the
lumber pile. Be careful when un-stacking lumber as they tend to tip easily
and watch out for splinters and staples in the wood. Never stand on a pile
of lumber and children should not be around stacked lumber.
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And remember, Measure Twice -
Cut Once.
General Overview
The Double
Bookshelf is placed above the bed, at either end of the bed.
The Single
Bookshelf is placed below the bed, typically on the third rung.
Double Bookshelf Materials List
Sides: (1) 2x6x8
Supports: (1) 2x2 and 2x4 various short pieces
Shelving: (1) 3/4" x 7" x 8' shelving material, requires two (2)
pieces for Full and Queen Size
Backboard: (1) 4x8x1/8" MDF or 1/4" plywood
Single Bookshelf Material List
Shelving: (1) 3/4" x 7" x 8' shelving material
Supports: (1) 2x2 various short pieces
Backboard: (1) 4x8x1/8" MDF or 1/4" plywood
Double Bookshelf Cutting Instructions
Cut the shelf sides from
2x6x18”. You can go higher if needed.
Cut 2 shelf supports from 2x4 x
5½”, these will be used to connect the shelf sides to the legs and support the
first shelf,
drill pilot holes as in the
above diagram.
Cut 2 shelf supports from 2x2 x
5½”, these will be used to support the second shelf,
drill pilot holes as in the
above diagram.
Cut 2 bookshelves at 7” x 41”
(twin), 56" (full) or 62" (queen).
Cut 1 backboard at 14” x 44”
(twin), 59" (full) or 65" (queen).
Single Bookshelf Cutting Instructions
Cut 2 shelf supports from 2x2 x
4”, these will be used to support the shelf, drill pilot holes as in the above
diagram.
Cut 2 bookshelves at 7” x 41”
(twin), 56" (full) or 62" (queen).
Cut 1 backboard at 7” x 44”
(twin), 59" (full) or 65" (queen).
The bookshelf is ready to assemble to the loft.
Please see
for assembly
instructions.