Pallet Book Shelf for Kids
This easy Pallet Book Shelf for Kids is the perfect space saving DIY project!
Yield: 1 bookshelf
Cost: $5-$10
Equipment
- Black + Decker Jig Saw
- Pro Grade - Paint Brushes - 5 Ea - Paint Brush Set
Instructions
- The dimensions of the shelf is 30 inches wide, 12 inches high and 4 inches deep. Each slat is one inch high.
- Before getting too far into the project you should check to see if any of the boards are bowed. Above you see that I have a bowed board that can be easily corrected with a
little glue and some clamps. It’s necessary to double check your work with a square.
- 1. Build out the box making sure that everything is square. The dimensions of the shelf is 30 inches wide, 12 inches high and 4 inches deep.
- 2. Next, sand out any of the ruff spots that might cause a sprinter after you have put it into use. Once the box is ready it’s time to add the center divider and the two bottom slats.
- 3. Now it’s time to add the center divider. Be sure it’s square and use a drill for the nail hole there is less chance of making a mistake than when using a hammer to start the nails. The slats are 1 ½ inches tall with a ½ separation between them.
- 4. Now it’s time to finish. I have chosen to age the shelf then paint it with a white paint. Once everything is dry I will rub the piece down to give it a rustic well used look.
