Step 1 Measure the Walls
Measure the back and side walls to determine the length of the shelf supports. Be sure to deduct 1-1/2 inches from the length of the back-wall shelf-support measurement (the 3/4-inch thickness of each end support).
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Skill Level: Beginner
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There are 10 steps to completing this project:
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Step 2 Cut Shelf Supports for Back & Side Walls
Cut 1x3 shelf supports to fit the back and side walls of the closet. Attach the supports for the top shelf to the walls with their top edges 84-inches above the floor using 8d finish nails driven into the wall studs.
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Step 3 Cut Shelf Supports the Bottom Shelf
Cut the supports for the bottom shelf, and attach them to the wall with their top edges 76-inches above the floor, again using 8d finish nails driven directly into the wall studs.
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Step 4 Cut the Two Long Pieces
Cut the two long 11 7/8-inch wide shelves from 3/4-inch plywood. Then cut them to length to fit the width of your closet.
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Step 5 Cut the Two Side Pieces
Measure and cut the two 11-7/8x76-inch side pieces for the central shelf unit from 3/4-inch plywood.
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Step 6 Cut the Shelves for the Central Unit
Measure and cut the six 11 7/8-inch-square shelves for the central unit from 3/4-inch plywood.
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Step 7 Assemble the Central Shelf Unit
Assemble the central shelf unit using 6d finish nails. Space the shelves evenly or according to the height of the items you plan to store. Leave the top and bottom of the unit open.
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Step 8 Position the Central Shelf Unit
Position the central shelf unit in the middle of the closet.
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Step 9 Mark Notched on the Central Shelf Unit
Mark notches on the sides of the central shelf unit to fit around the lower shelf's back support, and cut them out with a hand saw.
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Step 10 Attach the Shelves
Lay one of the long shelves on the lower shelf supports and on top of the central shelf unit. Attach the shelf with 6d finish nails.
