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DIY Open Media Shelf Free Plans

March 15, 2017

diy open media shelf
Truth be told I previously shared this open media shelf way back when.  This was before I figured out how to make proper plans so today I’m reposting this build with step by step instructions including detailed plans and cut lists.

Click here for a PDF version of the plans.
media shelf with pull out bins
This open media shelf has two pull out bins perfect for gaming and DVD storage.

shallow media shelf
And it still has a low profile at 13″ deep so completely unobtrusive in your room.
media shelf storage bins
We filled the bins with Skylanders and DVDs and the notched out pull handle is a fun detail.
Below are the step by step instructions with materials and cut lists.
open media shelf free plans
Click here for a PDF versions of these plans.
Materials:

  • 2 – 2x2x8 select pine boards
  • 4 
    – 1x2x8 pine boards
  • 1 – 2x (butcher block or the like)
    @ 36” x 13”
  • 2 – 1x10x6 pine boards
  • ¾” plywood – ½ sheet (4’ x 4’)
  • ¼” plywood – handy panel (2’ x 4’)
  • 1 ¼” & 2 ½” pocket hole screws
  • 2” wood screws
  • 1 ¼” finish nails
  • wood glue



Cut List:



Shelf
  • 4 – 2×2 @ 34 1/2″ (legs)
  • 7 – 1×2 @ 31″ (cross supports
    /trim)
  • 8 – 1×2 @ 9″ (end trim)
  • 1 – butcher block 2x @ 36” x 13”
    (top)
  • 3 – ¾” plywood @ 32 ½” x 10 ½”,
    corners notched out ¾” square (shelves)
  • 1 – ¾” plywood @ 10 ½” x 10 1/2 “
    (divider)
  • 1 – 1×2 @ 9 ¾” (divider trim)
Bins
  • 4 – 1×10 @ 14 ½” (front &
    back)
  • 4 – 1×10 @ 10 ¼” (sides)
  • 2 – ¼” plywood @ 14 ½” x 11 ¾”
    (base)
open media shelf step 1
Step 1: Create
frame.  Attach legs to cross supports using glue and 1 ¼” pocket hole
screws.   Be sure to predrill pockets
holes in legs for next step prior to attaching.

open media shelf step 2

Step 2: Attach
frame to top using glue and 2 ½” pocket hole screws.

open media shelf step 3

Step 3:  Attach top shelf.  I recommend attaching the plywood shelf
portion first to the legs and then cutting the trim to fit but you can assemble
the shelf with trim prior to placing it in position on the frame.

open media shelf step 4

Step
4:
Repeat Step 3 for middle shelf.

open media shelf step 5
Step 5: Attach bin
divider using 1 ¼” pocket hole screws at underside center of middle shelf.
  
open media shelf step 6
Step 6: Attach bottom
shelf same as others.  Here also attach
bin divider to underside of shelf using 2” countersunk wood screws.

  
open media shelf step 7

Step 7:  Attach divider trim using glue and 1 ¼” finish
nails.
open media shelf pull out bins
** Be sure to measure the space for your bins before making any cuts.  Keep 1/8″ on both sides in order to allow the bins to slide easily.

open media shelf pull out bins step 1

Step 1: Use a
jigsaw to notch out the pull handle portion of 2 front pieces.

open media shelf pull out bins step 2

Step 2: Attach
the sides to the front using glue and 1 ¼” pocket hole screws.

open media shelf pull out bins step 3

Step 3: Attach
back to sides using glue and 1 ¼” countersunk screws from back.

open media shelf pull out bins step 4

Step 4: Attach base
using glue and 1 ¼” countersunk screws. 
You could use finish nails but these bins could see a lot of weight so
screws are a better option.



For more details and in progress build pictures see my previous post on this open media shelf here.
diy open media shelf free plans

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  1. Smart Girl says

    July 28, 2015 at 12:17 AM

    Cool! One of these days I'll sit down and learn to use SketchUp so I can post proper plans too.

    Reply
  2. Charlotte Smith says

    July 28, 2015 at 1:03 AM

    Looks great!! I"m amazed what you gals can do on SketchUp!! I also LOVE your new blog design!!! So clean and fresh!

    Reply

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