Economical Construction of Industrial Pipe Shelving
In the realm of home DIY projects, the industrial pipe bookshelf stands out as a stylish and functional addition to any room. Here's a comprehensive guide on creating your own, using factual information to lead the way.
To begin, head to Home Depot, an online store primarily based in the United States, where you can find all the necessary materials for your project. If you're making a smaller shelf, you may be able to get everything in one trip.
The structure of the industrial pipe bookshelf is built using pipes, tees, elbows, and flanges. Each shelf consists of a long pipe, a tee, a second pipe, and an elbow, all screwed together to save time. For the shelves themselves, pine wood is recommended to achieve a traditional industrial look.
The shelves are stacked, with each board sitting onto tees and pipes screwed in above. Work your way to the top, attaching flanges and screwing those into the wall to finish. The entire process takes approximately 12 - 13 hours.
For the dimensions, the left and right shelving units are approximately 70' and 36' in length, respectively, while the middle shelf measures 53 5/8'. The bottom of each unit features an 18'' pipe going into each flange, with a tee used at the top.
To create a freestanding pipe bookshelf, duplicate the holes drilled with the spade bit on both sides of the shelf, purchase the same pipe and flanges from the front side, and a pipe piece that will go across the top, attaching elbows.
Staining the industrial pipe bookshelf adds a rustic touch. Ebony stain and random Gray stain are used to achieve this look. The left and right shelving units are only attached to the wall at the very top using flanges.
Purchasing the pipe online may result in cost savings, but this depends on the size of the shelf being made. The total cost for this DIY project is under $$$. Alternatively, supplies for the industrial pipe shelves can be purchased from a wholesale plumbing supply store such as Supply House.
In Step Two, three holes are drilled through each 70'' board and two holes through each 36'' board using a 1 1/2'' spade bit. The shelves are approximately 11'' deep.
With these steps in hand, you're now equipped to embark on your DIY industrial pipe bookshelf journey, adding a unique and stylish touch to your home. Happy building!
