How to Build a Bookshelf

By Clay Pierson

Getting Started

Draft a plan

Size

Shape

Design

Tools

Table Saw

Normal wood saw blade

Dado blade

Wood glue

Paint brush

Materials

Pine boards

or

Oak boards

Stain or clear coat.

Assembly

Cut wood to desired length.

2 sides

1 top

Number of levels desired

Assembly

Cut rabbit joints (see drawings)

Cut the side boards for the shelving and the top.

Cut the top board to fit the side boards

Assembly

Apply glue where the boards will be jointed together.

make sure all pieces fit together properly before applying the glue

Assembly

Wipe excess glue away from joints with a damp paper towel.

Let glue dry for a minimum of 24 hours

Finish work

Apply the stain or clear coat.

Make sure not to leave any bubbles

Let dry over night and add as many coats as desired.

Finished Product

Sources

Slide 2 - http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Technical_drawing_tools

Slied 10 - http://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Jewish_bookshelf.jpg