This laundry basket shelf holds 6 basic laundry baskets. It is designed to be the height of a standard washer and dryer. The dimensions can easily be modified to fit any space. This is a basic build, with basic plywood and minimal tools. Perfect for a beginner.
Tools
Kreg Tools
Other Tools
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Circular Saw (cordless)
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Tape Measure
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Clamps
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Drill (cordless)
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Stapler
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Sander
Materials
Wood Products
- 2 Plywood , 3/4" Thick , Full Sheet
- 1 Plywood , 1/4" Thick , Half Sheet
Hardware & Supplies
- 50 1 1/4" pocket hole screws (see tools list)
- 10 Staples
Cut List & Parts
- 2 Top and Bottom , 3/4" x 24" x 37 1/4"
- 3 Vertical Supports , 3/4" x 24" x 37 1/2"
- 4 Shelves , 3/4" x 24" x 17 1/2"
- 1 Backing , 1/4" x 34 1/4" x 39"
Directions
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Cut Plywood and Drill Pocket Holes
Using 3/4" plywood, cut the following:
3- 24" x 37 1/2" with pocket holes on short sides (vertical pieces)
2- 24" x 37 1/4" no pocket holes (top and bottom)
4- 24" x 17 1/2" with pocket holes on long sides (shelves)
Using 1/4" plywood backing, cut the following:
1- 37 1/4" x 39" (backing)
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Build Box
Using wood glue and 1 1/4" pocket hole screws, attach the 37 1/2" x 24" pieces to the 37 1/4" x 24" pieces.
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Attach Middle Support
Using wood glue and 1 1/4" pocket hole screws, attach the middle vertical piece (37 1/2" x 24") to the center of the box. It should be about 17 1/2" on each side, but because materials vary, it's best to measure to find center.
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Attach Shelves
Using wood glue and 1 1/4" pocket hole screws, attach the horizontal shelves, with the pocket holes on the underside. These shelves should be about 12" to 12 1/4" apart.
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Finish
Sand, putty, and paint or stain your piece.
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Add Backing
Using staples, add the backing to the back of your shelf.
