The Best Bookshelves for Your Home [How to build your own] @DIYPETE
The Best Bookshelves for Your Home [How to build your own]  @DIYPETE
Uploaded February 2023 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
Looking to add stylish storage and a personal touch to your home? In this project, I’ll show you how to build a bookshelf step by step. These DIY bookshelves are made from affordable plywood, look great, and can be customized to fit almost any space

DIY Bookshelf Build: diypete.com/learn-how-to-build-custom-bookshelves-for-your-home

Tools and products used in todays video. ( Some are affiliate links which means we get a small commission at no extra cost to you if the item is purchased through a link below).

Swatclips ( My favorite way to carry tools on the job site or while building projects): swatclips.com

Table Saw: amzn.to/3JYui3X
Miter Saw: amzn.to/3xhQtdG ( I use a battery powered version )
Kreg Jig: amzn.to/3lz5G7t
Kreg Jig Shelf Pin Jig: amzn.to/3Xs21G2
Drill and Impact Driver: amzn.to/3HRwqrz

Wood costs:
Large 5 foot by 7 foot shelves:
3 sheets plywood @ $64 / sheet = $192
4 1x4x8 boards @ $8 / board = $32

Total wood costs large unit: $292

Smaller 4 foot by 3 foot shelves
1 sheet of plywood @ $64 / sheet = $64
3 1x4x8 boards @ $8 / board =$24
Total wood costs small unit: $88

Other supplies
Stain: $14
Wood conditioner: $10
Polycrylic sealer $16 ( 1 to 2 cans )
Shelf pins: $10
Wood glue, brush, roller, 18 gauge nails ( 1 inch ),

Woodworking, furniture, and shed plans available:
You can download free and premium plans at gumroad.com/DIYPETE and diypete.com/diy-project-plans

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