Determine the measurements for the shelves,and mark them on the plywood with a straightedge.
Use a radial-arm saw or a circular saw to cut rabbet joints into the ends of the top shelf.
Mark the location for the center shelf,and use the pegboard as a template for drilling holes for adjustable shelves.
Attach 1″ x 2″ support blocks for the center shelf with glue and finish nails (Image 1).
Attach support blocks for the bottom shelf with glue and nails. Drill and countersink pilot holes for the bottom shelf,then secure it with glue and wood screws.
Make sure the bookshelf is square,then measure and cut the back panel.
Attach 1″ x 2″ trim pieces to the side and bottom edges of the bookshelf with sixpenny nails and glue.
Drill and countersink pilot holes for the kick plate so the screw heads will be just below the surface of the wood.
Remove any base molding from the area where the bookshelf will be placed,using a hammer and chisel to remove short sections (Image 1).
Attach the shelf to the wall by drilling pilot holes through the back corner and into wall studs,then toenailing the shelf to the wall with screws.
Measure and cut the nailer board and trim for the top of the bookshelf. Attach the nailer to the top of the shelf with sixpenny finish nails.
What is a modular bookshelf?
A modular bookshelf is an individual unit that may be used alone or placed with other bookshelves to create a large storage system. Modular bookshelves are often used to display plants and decorative items as well as books. A modular type of bookshelf may be a freestanding floor unit or it may be a frame-like piece meant to hang on the wall.
What is a wall cabinet?
Wall cabinet is the term used to describe the top cabinetry that is suspended above the counter space, as opposed to the base cabinets that sit on the floor. Wall cabinets can be as unique as the kitchens they occupy, but they will typically be manufactured as part of a matching set to base cabinets in order to form a complimentary cabinetry run.
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