How to build 2×4 storage shelf shelves shelving garage basement EASY DIY do it yourself wood ideas
in this video I show you how to build do it yourself 2×4 shelving garage storage shelves dyi from wood 2×4’s shelving storage shelf ideas
Watch part 2 to see how to disassemble, reassemble, and change shelf position.
https://youtu.be/aenhLPR7MeY
In this DIY video I’m going to show you how you can easily build your own heavy duty 2×4 free standing shelves all by yourself.
I’m gonna show you the easiest way to build your own 2’ x 4’ shelving. I’m gonna break it down and explain and show you exactly how to put it together step-by-step along with everything you need to do it.
You can build a shelf in any configuration you want. You can have as many or as little shells as you want and whatever spacing you want in between them. It all gets put together the same way.
The materials you’re going to need is…
16 – 8 foot long two by fours
2 – 8‘ x 4‘ by half-inch sheets of plywood
2 – 1 pound boxes of 3 inch number eight drywall screws
1 – box of Brad nails
Once you get the wood and you’re going to have to either cut it yourself or have the store cut it for you.
8 – of the 8’ 2×4’s will stay full length
Then cut up the other 2×4’s so you have a total of… 4 – 6’ long 2×4’s and 20 – 21” long 2×4’s. The will be some scraps left over.
Each piece of plywood is going to need to be cut in half horizontally so your left with a total of…. 4 – 2‘ x 8‘ 1/2” pieces of plywood. Then 3 of those 4 pieces of plywood will have to have the corners notched 3”x5” as shown in the video @ 1:41.
NEXT: just put it all together as shown in the video and enjoy!
If you’ r using this description as a list of what you need. I also used (4) – clamps to hold up the shelves while installing them. And I used (4) – 3 wheel casters to for underneath the shelf to help me roll it around.
As far as tools go, you’re gonna need…
A drill, circular saw or jigsaw, hammer, tape measure, level, clamps, and maybe some  alcohol. The alcohol part is a joke, kind of. Jk.
I hope you enjoyed the video. Let me know if you have any questions in the comments. If it helped you out, please like it, comment on it, share it with someone, and subscribe!!! Thanks!!!!
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Great video! Built these in my garage, followed the video and they are amazing shelves thank you so much!!
Great video. I like the way you built the shelves. Easy to adjust if required.
Thank you! Amazing!
Watch part 2 to see how to disassemble, reassemble, and change shelf position.
https://youtu.be/aenhLPR7MeY
Hi Brandonstunt !
I had a plan to build my garage shelf l have been watching so many demo how to build your is Easy Straight forward. Athough l have some reservations on the dry wall screws. (Whether it's a choice or cost wise l don't get it.)
Yours the " BEST. "
dude, awesome simple plan thanks! I think I'll leave the bottom shelf off so I can slide totes in and out easily or roll a welder under there or something and i'll put some gussets in the back corners or bracing so it doesn't wobble when I move it. I can always come up with mods for things but I always struggle with how to actually get started or do a basic design. Thanks again!