How Do You Build Wall To Wall Shelves?
If you have an alcove or nook in your house that’s just wasted space, you can make good use of it by building wall-to-wall shelves in the space. Whether you use them for decoration or for storage, wall-to-wall shelves will maximize the space you’ve got. With planning and a few basic carpentry skills, you can have your shelves built in a few hours. Measure the area where you’ll install the shelves. Measure wall to wall, the height, and the depth of the area. Then sketch out a design for the shelves you’d like. This will let you know how much wood and other materials to buy, and ensure you’ve got everything you need to do the job. Mark the wall with lines where the shelves will be. Measure up from the floor level to establish your line, then mark your line with a pencil and a straight edge. Use a carpenter’s level to ensure that the line is level Add shelf supports on the end walls. Cut strips of 1 by 4 lumber to match the depth of your shelves. Using wall anchors, attach these to the en
