This step by step diy article is about ledge shelf plans. There are many designs to choose form when building storage, but this project features a a simple design. Although there are many designs you could choose from, in this article we will show you all you have to know about making a photo ledges out of common materials. If you have worked with lumber before, the carpentry techniques should be familiar to you.
Buy quality lumber, made for building lumber, if you want to get a durable bed. Nevertheless, you could save some money if you purchase lumber with knots, which could even enhance the look of project, giving it a rustic appearance. Select the slats with great attention, checking if they are in a good condition (the lumber has to be straight and without chips, dents or cracks).
Always aligned the components before locking them together with screws. In addition, we recommend you to pre-drill the lumber, otherwise the wood might easily split. Add glue to the joints, if you want to enhance their bond. Smooth the cut edges with fine grit sandpaper and remove the residues using a vacuum cleaner. Make sure you take a look over the related plans to get an idea about what you can build for your home. See all my Premium Plans in the Shop.
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Ledge shelf plans
Buidling a photo ledge
Materials
- A – 1 piece of 1×4 lumber – 48” long BOTTOM
- B – 6 pieces of 1×2 lumber – 48″ long FACE
- C – 2 pieces of 1×4 lumber – 48” long BACK
Tools
- Safety gloves, glasses
- Miter saw, jigsaw
- Chalk line, tape measure, spirit level, carpentry pencil
- Drill machinery and drill bits
Tips
- Pre-drill holes in the wooden components, before driving in the screws
- Smooth the exposed edges, by using a router with a 1/4” bit
Time
- One day
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Building a ledge shelf
Building the bottom component
The first step of the project is to build the bottom of the ledge. In order to get the job done in a professional manner, we recommend you to cut the component out of 1×4 lumber and to smooth the cut edges with sandpaper. Drill pocket holes along the front and back edges.
Attaching the back component
Attach the 1×4 back to the bottom components, making sure it is aligned properly at both ends. Add waterproof glue to the joints and insert 1 1/4″ screws through the pilot holes.
Attaching the front piece
In order to get the job done, we recommend you to attach the 1×2 component to the front of the ledge, as described in the image. Add waterproof glue to the joints and make sure you insert the 1 1/4″ screws to create rigid joints. Clamp the components together and wait until the glue dries out.
Ledge shelf plans
Last but not least, you need to take care of the final touches. Therefore, you need fill all the holes with a good filler and let the compound to dry out properly, before sanding the wooden surface with 120-grit sandpaper.
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