A Super-Easy Modern Bookcase
Hey there! So, a while back, I actually made a bookcase just like this one for myself. It was one of my very first woodworking projects, and guess what? I still have it! I used 1×6 lumber and gave it a vibrant turquoise color.
Now, the DIY plans for the Massima bookcase suggest using 1×12 lumber, but honestly, you can use any width you prefer and the same instructions will work just fine. Trust me, it’s a super easy project that you can finish in just a couple of hours. In fact, you might find that priming and painting (or staining and sealing) the bookcase takes longer than actually building it!
The bookshelf plans can be assembled with pocket holes and 1-1/4″ pocket hole screws or 2-1/2″ countersunk screws. The finishing will go much easier if the pieces are sanded prior to assembly!
Materials:
- 1-1/4″ pocket hole screws (<– affiliate link!) or 2-1/2″ screws
- Wood glue
- Sandpaper (100, 150, 220 grits)
- Finishing supplies (primer & paint, or stain, sealer)
Lumber:
- 2 – 1×12 at 6′
- 3 – 1×12 at 8′
Cut List:
- 2 – 1×12 at 35″ – Base Frame
- 2 – 1×12 at 70-1/2″ – Base Frame
- 4 – 1×12 at 22″ – Cubbies
- 2 – 1×12 at 13-1/2″ – Cubbies
- 2 – 1×12 at 11-1/2″ – Dividers
- 3 – 1×12 at 13-1/2″ – Dividers
Step One
Cut the pieces for the base frame. If using the pocket hole method, set the pocket hole jig for 3/4″ material and drill pocket holes in each end of the longer pieces. Assemble the frame using glue and 1-1/4″ pocket hole screws.
If using the countersunk screw method, drill countersunk holes in the ends of the shorter pieces. Assemble the frames using glue and 2-1/2″ screws.
Step Two
Cut the pieces for the cubbies. If using the pocket hole method, drill pocket holes in each end of the shorter pieces as well as one end of the longer pieces (to attach the cubbies to the frame). Assemble the cubbies as shown using glue and 1-1/4″ pocket hole screws.
If using the countersunk screw method, drill countersunk holes in one end of each of the longer pieces. Assemble the cubbies using glue and 2-1/2″ screws.
Step Three
Attach the cubbies to the base frame. If using the pocket hole method, position the cubbies as shown securing in place using glue and 1-1/4″ pocket hole screws.
If using the countersunk screw method, drill countersunk holes on the outside of the frame where the cubbies will be positioned. Attach the cubbies to the frame using glue and 2-1/2″ screws.
Step Four
Cut the pieces for the dividers. If using the pocket hole method, drill pocket holes in each end of the pieces. Attach the dividers to the cubbies and the frame as shown using glue and 1-1/4″ pocket hole screws.
If using the countersunk screw method, drill countersunk holes in the cubbies and frame according to the dimensions in the drawing. Secure the dividers using glue and 2-1/2″ screws.
Finish as desired.
As mentioned, any 1x material can be used to fit any space. Creating the bookcase using 1×2 lumber then mounting it to the wall would make an awesome frame for photos or art! Here’s another plan for an easy bookcase: The Easiest Bookcase to Build.
Have any questions or comments about the DIY plans to build a Massima bookcase? Leave a comment below or contact me at cher {at} designsbystudioc {dot} com.
Originally posted 2014-08-29 08:00:26.
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