How to Make Shelving Units
It is very easy to make shelving units in only a few, simple steps. There are many different types of shelving units, and these how-to steps teach you the basics on how to make a corner shelving unit.
First: Gather supplies
A saw is a must. The best option is a table saw, but any power saw works just fine. You need some form of wood glue, a small hammer and basic, small tacks or nails. You also need wood, so choose whatever type of wood you would like for your decor. Keep reading to find out what sizes you need for a basic shelving unit.
Second: Cut the wood to size
Draw a perfect circle on the face of the wood that is 2 feet across. Find the middle of the circle, and draw two lines through the circle in a cross pattern. It is important to make sure that the lines meet in the middle of the circle. Next, cut down two planks of wood, and make sure they have identical dimensions of 3 feet in length, 1 foot in and 1 inch of thickness. Last, you need brackets; these are four lengths of wood that are each 1 foot long, a 1/2 inch thick and a 1/2 inch wide. You now have all the pieces you need for this project.
Third: Shape, sort and mark your placements.
First, take the circle that you drew. Cut all exterior wood away, and cut straight through the circle, using the lines you drew as routes. By the end of this, you should have four quarters of the circle. These act as the shelves. Next, take the two lengths of wood that are both 1 foot wide and 3 feet long and measure 1 foot from the end and mark it . Repeat this on the other end. Repeat this process for the second piece of wood. You now have the walls of the shelving unit and have marked where the shelves are to go. Take the four brackets, and pick one end on each one. Cut a small piece off the end at a 45 degree angle.
Fourth: Building the foundations
Take one of the walls, and draw a line across the 1 foot width where you marked it in the previous steps. Now, take one of the brackets that you made, and put it on the line. Secure it in place with some wood glue, and strengthen it by hammering two nails straight through the bracket and into the wall. Repeat this process until you have finished all four markings. There are two brackets now in place on each wall. Make sure the edges of the brackets that have the right angle are both placed on the same edge of the walls.
Fifth: Putting it together
Take one of the circle quarters, and lay it flat. Line the two straight edges with wood glue. Now, take one of the walls; place one of the ends along the edge of the quarter, pressing firmly on the glue. Make sure that the side of the wall with the right-angled edges are placed where the flat edges of the circle quarter meet. Take the second wall, and place it on the remaining circle edge. If placed the correctly then the right-angled edges on the brackets should now slot together. Repeat this step for the top shelf, securing both quarters with a few nails if needed. Now, slot the last two circle quarters onto the brackets; they should sit perfectly in place. Your shelving unit is complete.