Adding shelves can help you organize your space.If you have a large garage, freestanding shelving units are a great solution.If you don't have open floor space, you can build shelves from the ceiling to keep your stuff out of the way.You can build shelves on your wall.
Step 1: Use a circular saw to cut your plywood.
Straight boards with no deformities is what you should look for.To find the length of each board, use a tape measure.Cut 2 in 4 in boards into 8 pieces that are 2 ft long and 20 in long for this shelf.Cut 2 8 ft 4 ft plywood sheets in half to make 4 pieces that are 8 feet 2 ft.You only need to make cuts for the short sides of your shelves if you purchase 16 boards that are 8 ft long.The boards should be left uncut.The shelf is 8 feet tall, long and deep.Depending on the size of your garage, the final measurement for your shelves will vary.
Step 2: 2 in 4 in boards are used to make a frame for each shelf.
There are two boards that are 2 feet long and one board that is 8 feet in length.The 20 in boards should be parallel to the 2 ft boards inside the frame.The boards will support the weight on the shelf.You have enough frames to make 4 shelves.
Step 3: The frame should be screwed or nailed together.
Drive 2 nails or screws that are 3 in (8.6 cm) long in each corner with either a hammer or an electric screwdriver.Attach the support beams in the middle of the frame with 2 nails or screws when you're done with the corners.The process should be repeated for the remaining shelves.
Step 4: Attach the plywood to your shelves.
The smooth side faces up if you lay the plywood on top of the shelf frames.Drive 2 in nails every 2 feet along your frame, starting in the corners.Continue to secure the plywood for your shelves.If you want to attach the plywood faster, use a nail gun.
Step 5: Attach the bottom shelf to the uprights.
The corners of the bottom shelf have boards that are 8 ft long.Attach the bottom shelf with 2 nails or screws that are 3 in in each corner.If you don't want the shelf resting on the ground, move it up by 1–2 inches.
Step 6: Stand the rest of the shelves apart from one another.
Put a spare 2 ft board between the uprights and set your next shelf on it.Make sure your shelf is straight by using a level.Attach the other end of the shelf to the uprights.Continue adding shelves until the last one is flush with the top, and secure the shelf with nails or screws.You don't want to hurt yourself or damage the shelves if you have a partner with you.
Step 7: You need to size your boards and plywood.
Use a circular saw to cut 2 in (1.3 cm) plywood into 2 shelves that are 41 cm deep and 72 cm long.Cut your 2 in 4 in boards into 6 pieces each that are 30 cm, 25 cm and 22 cm.Your brackets will be formed by these pieces.Home improvement stores can cut your plywood for you.Ask an employee at the store if they can cut wood.
Step 8: The ends of your pieces should be marked with 45 degree angles.
To mark your angles, use a speed square and pencil.When you cut your boards, make both angles on the same side.Cut along the angles with a circular saw.You can buy speed squares from your local hardware store.
Step 9: 6 triangular brackets from your 2 in 4 in boards.
Form an L-shape with 10 in and 8 in pieces.Attach the boards at their joint with 2 screws and an electric screwdriver.The piece should be set so that it forms a triangle.Attach the board with 2 screws on each end.
Step 10: The brackets are in the garage wall.
To mark the spots where you can attach your brackets, use a stud finder and pencil.The first set of brackets should be separated by 41 cm and the third by 81 cm.Attach the 8 2 in (22 cm) board to the wall with 4 screws on the side of the brackets.You should repeat the process for your second shelf.If you plan to store a lot of stuff on your shelves, you need to find the studs.You can adjust the height of your shelves to fit your needs.16 inches between the shelves is enough.
Step 11: Attach the brackets with plywood.
Make sure your brackets are flush with the wall by setting your plywood pieces on them.Attach your shelves with 4 screws that are 2 2 in.Load your items on your shelves once they are secure.
Step 12: The boards and sheet of plywood need to be cut.
Leave 2 of your boards uncut.Cut the remaining 3 boards into 7 pieces that are 27 in (69 cm) long.You can use your saw to cut the plywood into 1 sheet and 2 pieces.The final shelf is 10 feet long and 2 feet deep and hangs from the ceiling.Depending on the size of your garage, your shelves may be different.
Step 13: Attach 2 boards that are 30 in ( 76 cm) long to a ceiling beam.
A ceiling beam is 30 inches from the wall if you climb a ladder.Attach the tie to the ceiling beam with screws and an electric screwdriver.Attach the other tie connection to the first one by placing it 116 inches apart.Attach the 30 in ties with screws.At your local hardware store, you can purchase ties.
Step 14: Use 10 ft and 27 in boards to build your shelf frame.
You can make a rectangular that is 10 ft 2 ft (3.05 m 0.76 m) with your boards.To create supports, place the short boards parallel to the side of the frame at 2 ft intervals.Attach the boards with 2 nails at each connection.
Step 15: You can put one side of the shelf on the wall.
The bottom of the shelf frame should be level with the boards hanging from the ceiling.To secure the shelf to the wall, use 3 4 in screws in the middle of the board.While you secure the board to the wall, have a partner help you lift and support it.
Step 16: Attach the other side of the shelf to the ceiling boards.
The bottom of the ceiling supports should be flush with the shelf.To secure the supports, drive 2 nails through them with a hammer.If you want to drive the nails quickly, use a nail gun.
Step 17: Place the plywood on top of the shelf.
Put the sheets on either end of the shelf.Place the sheets in each corner.Set the piece of plywood in between the smaller sheets and slide it so the edges are flush with the frame.The front of the shelf has a nail on it.The back of the frame doesn't need to be secured.