How do you make built-in bookshelves?

Answer by  Kira91 (72)

Measure where you want to put them, then get pre-made shelving or wood and cut it to size. Books are heavy, so make sure the shelves have good support and leave space for the brackets above the books. Support the shelf ends, or they may droop over time.

Answer by  Michele13 (1188)

There are many ways to make your own built-in bookshelves,one of them using recycled materials.Using sturdy wooden crates or boxes,place them carefully the way you want to arrange them on your wall,then nail them on the wall.You can arange them asymeterically,if you wish,to accent the room.

Answer by  hughey (196)

tear out dry wall, "head off" at least one stud to the proper height (top and bottom) . places shelves with edges extending out of the wall for cleaner look. finish with trim all around for more expert touch

Answer by  mash99 (16)

I used to project masonary work about 1-1/2 feet deep from outer walls to make a frame. Fix the wooden sheleves at the interval of requird hights.