DIY Floating Shelves Printable Tutorial

Step 1

Trim 1"x2" pine boards to fit the depth of your space (these are the cleats).

Step 2

Cut the 3/4 inch AC plywood pieces to make the shelf tops and for the surface over your washer and dryer.

Step 3

Find the studs and gauge how high you want each shelf (measure your storage bins or largest bottles to find the necessary space between shelves).

Step 4

Using a level, tack the long 2" inch pieces into place. Then, use the drywall screws to attach the piece to the wall studs.

Step 5

Tack the shorter cleats in place. Be sure to use a level to check for evenness. Then, use the 3" drywall screws to secure the cleats into the wall studs.

Step 6

Add the 1" x 20" boards on top of the cleats and tack them in place with the brad nailer.

Step 7

Use the brad nailer to attach the 2 3/4" inch pieces to hide the lip of the shelves.

Step 8

Install the trimmed plywood piece above washer and dryer.

Step 9

Fill in any gap between your plywood and the wall by attaching a 4" piece of plywood with tacks. Then, install a 2" trim piece along the back of the wall.

Step 10

Apply wood filler to any holes and allow it to dry. Sand down any build-up.

Step 11

Lightly sand all of the surfaces. Wipe them down with a damp cloth to remove excess dust.

Step 12

Roll on a coat of white paint using a dense foam roller or brush.

Step 13

Allow the paint to dry fully before adding your containers or bottles.