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CREATE YOUR OWN FURNITURE

Create a built-in bookcase


This tutorial shows how to build a custom built-in bookcase.

Techniques shown in this tutorial can be used for other projects such as

customised built-in furniture, for areas underneath sloping ceilings, staircases

, and shelves, etc ...
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Plan
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Steps

Fix the studs onto the wall according to your plan and dimensions. Do not forget to insert the small Kinook blocks at each angle when necessary.

Note : at this stage you can opt for building narrower shelves. See page choose a construction style for more information.

Fix small horizontal track studs to the floor.
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Start by building the lower level of the metallic structure:

Cut the C-studs to the desired dimensions of your bookcase

and build the metallic structure by assembling the studs with the Kinook blocks.

Cut and fix lower panels (yellow on picture). These panels are key as they secure the entire structure once screwed into the studs. They not only strengthen the structure, but also support its entire weight.

Check levels. When correct, screw the panels into the metallic structure.
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Similarly to Step 2, build the metallic structure for the second level.

Position the panels and adjust the metallic structure so that it is flush with the plates. Adjust the level and screw the first panels studs.

Note: Note: You can use small metallic track studs to secure the structure before fixing the panels.
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As in the previous steps, assemble the next level.

cut the panel boards very precisely. This will ensure that all parts fit well together as the metallic structure is adjusted perfectly against the panel boards. More details on page building with kinook

Check level and screw the panels into the studs.
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Finishing

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Band the edges with medium boards (or plinths).

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Plug the holes with filler.

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Sand then apply a finishing compound before painting.


Hint

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Create shelf separators

See also

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Build a large bookcase

Required Kinook blocks:
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