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Freestanding Garage
Shelving Features
BEGINNER FRIENDLY: Very easy to build using
just 2x4 boards
YOUR SIZE: Easy to customize in size to fit your
space
NO HOLES IN THE WALL: Freestanding, so will
work with concrete, brick, metal walls or for
rental units
THIN SHELVES: Because the shelves are only 11/2" thick, this creates more space vertically
YOUR NEEDS: Customize shelving placement as
needed or to add workbench or garage media
center
FITS TOTES: Designed to fit totes and boxes
MOVEABLE AND REUSEABLE: Easy to take apart
and reuse the 2x4s
Customization Ideas for
Freestanding Garage
Shelving
Utility Workaround: Built around water heater and
with roll out shoe bench.
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Around the Door: Shorter end to fit around garage
door:
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Face Li": This user added a barn door to the front
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it!
Amish made in America
CURBO Parking Curbs
Open
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Work Around: A built in workbench in the center,
could also be used for a TV
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Concrete Basement Wall: Not required to be
attached to the wall
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Finished: The shelving is solid wood, so you can
paint or stain it easily
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Video Tutorial
Here is a very quick video of building this garage
shelving:
Quick and Easy Freestandi…
Project Notes
You can make your shelving as long or short as
you want.
The span between leg sets can be altered. Mine
are about 5' apart, and it's plenty strong.
According to the Sagulator you can put about
200 pounds on a six foot long shelf, made of 2x4
boards - but do test. For heavy objects, like bulk
food or water, make the span less.
You can go taller with the shelving, but do
consider forward tipping - you will want to
attach to the wall.
You can add more shelves, at any height. And
the shelves can be partial or full length
I recommend you secure to the wall to prevent
forward tipping or racking
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Dimensions
Can be built in any size or length. Dimensions shown
are as shown in photos.
Preparation
SWITCH AND GET A GREAT
DEAL FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY
SHOPPING LIST
2 - 10' long 2x4s PER Leg Support (I had 5
leg supports, so I bought 10)
4 - 2x4 - length of shelf PER SHELF (I
bought 16 2x4 @ 20' long because I had 4
shelves, 20' long each)
2-1/2" self tapping wood screws (star bit
don't strip), two per leg/per shelf board
Additional screws for anchoring to wall to
prevent forward tipping or racking
COMMON MATERIALS
2 1/2 inch screws
Elmer's Wood Glue
SWITCH AND GET A GREAT
DEAL FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY
CUT LIST
PER LEG SUPPORT
2 - 2x4 @ 72"
4 - 2x4 @ 17"
TOOLS
GENERAL INSTRUCTIONS
Please read through the entire plan and all
comments before beginning this project. It is
also advisable to review the Getting Started
Section. Take all necessary precautions to
build safely and smartly. Work on a clean level
surface, free of imperfections or debris.
Always use straight boards. Check for square
a"er each step. Always predrill holes before
attaching with screws. Use glue with finish
nails for a stronger hold. Wipe excess glue o!
bare wood for stained projects, as dried glue
will not take stain. Be safe, have fun, and ask
for help if you need it. Good luck!
Instructions
STEP 1
Mark out placement of shelf supports on each
of the legs. Attach legs to shelf supports with
2-1/2" self tapping screws and glue.
STEP 2
Mark out on 4 of the shelf boards the
placement of the leg supports. Attach 2 to top
shelf and 2 to bottom shelf with screws. I
attached the outer boards first, flush to the
inside of the leg boards. This will create the
basic shape of your shelving unit.
Adjust for square. Then add remaining shelf
boards and screw down.
Attach securely to wall to prevent forward
tipping or racking.
Finishing Instructions
Preparation Instructions: Fill all holes with
wood filler and let dry. Apply additional coats
of wood filler as needed. When wood filler is
completely dry, sand the project in the
direction of the wood grain with 120 grit
sandpaper. Vacuum sanded project to remove
sanding residue. Remove all sanding residue
on work surfaces as well. Wipe project clean
with damp cloth.
It is always recommended to apply a test coat
on a hidden area or scrap piece to ensure color
evenness and adhesion. Use primer or wood
conditioner as needed.
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