How Do I Build Wood Shelves in the Garage?
The exposed beams of many garages make adding sturdy shelves an easy task. Since garages aren’t generally a showpiece part of the home, the shelves don’t even have to be all that attractive. This makes garage shelves one of the best do-it-yourself project for beginners to build their skills with. The support structure is visible, and mistakes won’t always mean starting over.Gather Your WoodFor each shelf, you’ll need a 1′ wide plank, a 1′ by 1′ square of wood and two 2″ by 2″ by 1′ posts. Cut the 1′ by 1′ square of wood down the diagonal, creating two right triangles. You can cut these to suit yourself, or have your lumber yard cut them to specifications when you buy your wood.Pre-drillUse a 1/8″ diameter drill bit to pre-drill your lumber. This will help avoid splitting when you screw them together. Drill three holes one inch deep in each 2″ by 2″ post, on center and 3 inches, 6 inches and 9 inches from the end. Drill corresponding holes along one flat edge of each triangle, 1″ from t
