Introduction
For an unfinished basement where all you need is functional shelving, this unit works nicely. It’s sturdy, made from readily available materials and cuts up efficiently using 8-ft. 2×4’s and a 4×8 sheet of 1/2-inch plywood.
You can save a little money by buying exterior grade plywood. But I find it’s often warped in at least one direction, making it difficult to work with. I’ll gladly pay an extra $10-$15 for a flat sheet. The materials list makes one six-shelf unit.
Cutting List
| KEY | QTY. | PART | DIMENSIONS |
| A | 12 | Long frame members | 1-1/2″ x 3-1/2″ x 48″ |
| B | 24 | Short frame members | 1-1/2″ x 3-1/2″ x 13″ |
| C | 4 | Uprights | 1-1/2″ x 3-1/2″ x 96″ |
| D | 6 | Shelf surface | 1/2″ x 48″ x 16″ |
Overall dimensions: 96-in. H x 51-in. W x 16-in. D
Make the Shelf Frames
Cut the long (A) and short frame members (B) to length. Assemble them as shown with three-inch construction screws. Drive two screws at each joint. Be sure to pre-drill pilot holes in the long frame members.
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