Easy DIY Garage Shelves
Easy to build, easy to customize, perfect for totes
Easy to build, easy to customize, perfect for totes
I used pocket holes to hide the screws. I made an ottoman out of the outdoor coffee table plans to my dimensions that can be used as a coffee table when we need it.
This was a fun family project! Thank you!!
Made the outdoor sectional. The coffee table was made out of left over pieces!
Wed, 10/02/2019 - 09:54
So smart to make the coffee table out of the spare pieces.
Looks amazing!
Luv your site. Took your bench swing plan and modified it a bit (shortened depth) and then created a small pergola to hang it from. Just need to stain/poly to finish it off. Thanks for your plan and website it is very inspiring.
So this was a really fun project from start to finish, I wanted a storage bed with a place for my son to showcase his Super Hero collection!
I modified the plans for the planter box to make a holder for Pool Noodles. I made it 40" tall and used 4-4" fence pickets and 1-5.5" fence pickets. I used a 4" spacer and the openings worked out perfect. I stained inside and out since it would show with 2 coats of the solid stain. It is perfect! Thank you so much for the inspiration and plans!
Mon, 06/06/2022 - 14:04
This is so smart and looks great too, thank you for sharing!
My attempt at the murphy bar featured on this site. Still have to add the sash locks. Added pallet crossmembers at the back, an x in the leg, and a french cleat to mount to the wall.
Tue, 12/31/2019 - 11:49
This looks awesome! I want to help my friend build this for his kitchen. I've looked at the plans in the link & I'm wondering what modifications you made for the X pattern-- how much did it alter the material & cut list?
Would you please share your material & cut list for this?
Fri, 08/14/2020 - 09:28
I don't understand why I cannot find the material list or the instructions for this every link takes me back to the pictures
Wed, 12/08/2021 - 00:27
It is perfect wall management which is used it in small space
Sun, 01/29/2023 - 13:16
Are there plans for this? I'd love to make this. Thanks
My father and I made this awesome poolside towel cabinet using the Benchmark Cabinet plans. A super easy 1 day build and it looks amazing on the patio. Bring on the pool weather!
We needed a way to get all of the lawn & garden stuff out of our garage and organized. I found Ana's plans for the Small Cedar Shed & adjusted them to fit our space. We used 2x4s as our studs & added front walls on the sides. Our shed measures 9.5'x30". We had a concrete slab poured for our foundation. We are experienced DIYer's but had never taken on a project of this scale from scratch. This project was much easier than I was anticipating, and we were able to complete it in one weekend! Similar shed kits were way more expensive and not the size that we were looking for. Thank you so much for the inspiration!
I made this cabinet to house my murphy bed. I used the Toy or TV Armoire plans as a start and adjusted the measurements as needed.
Tue, 06/02/2020 - 16:22
Do you have plans or details about the door materials/ hinges?
Thu, 12/03/2015 - 07:30
This was an actual "original murphy bed" that i found on craigslist for $100
Wed, 02/02/2022 - 02:55
Awesome! What style hinges did you use to make the doors fold back flush with the sides?
I wanted a big rustic farm table, didn't want to drop thousands on one from a store, so I decided to make my own!
I built it in the (formerly empty) dining room, with tarp on the floor and plastic to seal the doorways.
Was a big project and my first project so I started with the benches as this site and users recommended.
I used the farm house bench plan - just shortened the dimensions so that I could have two benches on either side of the table. Then I merged the two table plans so that I could have the top with the bread boards but legs that attached underneath (like the rustic table) so that they could be removed when we move. I'll work to upload my plans too.
Used Minwax Wood Stain in "english chestnut" and Deft Satin Wood Brushing Lacquer (instead of a Polyurethane).
Sun, 09/25/2011 - 12:18
Your use of short benches makes the set more family and guest friendly. I usually hand rub my finish, I think i want to build this and probably use 0ak 2X12's (know it will be heavy).
Suggestions?
I will use it on a Florida roofed concrete deck for an outdoor dining area. Typically more formal dinners. Deck overlooks beautiful cove.
Thu, 10/13/2011 - 11:00
Can you explain how you merged the plans to add the bread boards? I would love to do the same!
Tue, 03/06/2012 - 01:30
Would love to see the plans for this!
Looks amazing!!
Are the table legs 4"x4"?
Fri, 06/01/2012 - 09:09
This is exactly what I am looking for in a table to build. We want bread boards on the end and we don't want stretchers on the bottom. How did you combine the two to do this. Can you send me a copy of your plan? [email protected]
Fri, 06/08/2012 - 12:59
i would the plans for that table my daughter loves and wants me to build her one
send to [email protected]
Mon, 06/11/2012 - 13:19
We love this table! Could you please send plans to [email protected]
Thanks so much!
Mon, 06/11/2012 - 13:21
We love this table. Please send plans to [email protected]
Thanks!
Fri, 06/15/2012 - 10:00
Your table turned out awesome!
I already have old boards waiting on plans to be turned into a table. Any chance you could send the plans for your table to [email protected]?
Sat, 08/04/2012 - 13:35
Could you please send me the plans for this table? I love it and would love to attempy making it. Thanks so much!
Sun, 09/23/2012 - 14:37
Hi, Can you please send me the plans to make this table?
Thanks!!
Alex ([email protected])
Sun, 09/30/2012 - 18:34
I love this table. Can you please send the plans to [email protected]
Sun, 11/04/2012 - 11:07
I would love to attempt this!Would you please share your plans?
[email protected]
Thanks so much
Sun, 11/04/2012 - 17:17
This table is exactly what I've been looking for!! Could you please share your plans? [email protected] Thank you.
Sun, 11/04/2012 - 17:25
This table is exactly what I have been looking for! Could you please share your plans? [email protected]
Tue, 01/01/2013 - 06:09
Can you send plans for this table build to [email protected] thanks.
Wed, 01/02/2013 - 15:53
Your farm table and benches were exactly what I was looking for. Please send me the plans if they are available. Thanks
Wed, 01/02/2013 - 19:18
I would love your table plan. This is absolutely gorgeous!! Please forward table plans to [email protected]
Wed, 01/02/2013 - 19:23
I would love a copy of the plans for this gorgeous table you made. I am inspired.
Fri, 01/18/2013 - 18:01
Could you please send plans? I love the look of your table!
[email protected]
Sat, 03/16/2013 - 20:12
Can I please please please have the plans? I have a very narrow dining area and this table is PERFECT. Thanks
Sun, 05/12/2013 - 14:30
I would REALLY like the plans for his version as well. I am going to combine them. Can someone ask him to post or his he sending via email? If so, [email protected]
Thank you SO much!!!
Wed, 06/26/2013 - 13:09
Thu, 06/27/2013 - 13:34
Fri, 06/28/2013 - 10:49
Great table! I too would like plans - please send to [email protected]
Thanks!!
Mon, 07/15/2013 - 09:48
just bought a cabin and need all sorts of furniture. I love what you did and would sure love to have your plans and how you merged the two----both for the table and especially for the benches. Trying to do a 10' table for huge family gatherings. Thanks so much! You rock!
Tue, 07/23/2013 - 14:28
This table and bench set is exactly what I am looking for. You did such a great job!
Do you have plans that you wouldnt mind sending to my email? [email protected]
Mon, 08/26/2013 - 13:09
Hi! I noticed MANY requests for the merged plans. Did you post them somewhere or can you please email the plans to me at [email protected]?
BIG THANK YOU! Tina
Fri, 09/06/2013 - 13:49
I would love the plans for this table... could you please email them to [email protected]?
Thank you so much!
Beth :D
Fri, 01/09/2015 - 19:54
Hi everyone,
Well I didn't see all these comments! Sorry to have ignored your requests for plans!
This is the bench I made (I did four of these, and adjusted the measurements so they were each about 40" long)
http://ana-white.com/2011/01/farmhouse-bench
I was going to do this table, because it matches the benches, but decided I wanted a table with removable legs so it would be more maneuverable when we move!
http://ana-white.com/2009/12/plans-farmhouse-table-knock-off-of.html
I ended up using more of this plan in terms of how I assembled it, but adjusted the plans to have the tabletop include breadboards (the plank on top perpendicular to the long tabletop planks) and I used 4x4s for legs, plus the top was from 2x8s not 1x10s. I put in the optional cross supports too, and additional supports under the breadboard to connect it to the table frame and table top slats.. this is more info than you need, all to say, plans are flexible and you can do what you want!
http://ana-white.com/2010/03/plans-very-rustic-table-and-cool.html
Sorry I don't have detailed notes. I was very picky about the dimensions (based on space) and how high I wanted the table (about 1.5" taller than a normal table). I also measure the distance between the underside of the table and the tops of the benches so I could cross my legs under the table (an odd requirement).
Happy Building!
Sat, 03/21/2015 - 17:34
could you send me the plan for this rustic table that was made from the farm house and rustic table if they are available? Email to [email protected]
Sat, 03/28/2015 - 12:45
can you please send me the plans [email protected]
i love it!!!
Wed, 04/01/2015 - 15:10
I like the english chestnut stain. That works so well with this type of lumber. Great job. I plan to use the same stain on the Tryde coffee table I am building. Thanks for sharing your work!!!
Sat, 08/08/2015 - 12:30
Thu, 08/13/2015 - 19:17
Sorry! I accidentally hit the spam button but I really would like the plans for the table. Sorry for the confusion!
Thu, 08/13/2015 - 19:23
Ok, now I feel really silly. Obviously, this is my first time leaving a comment. I love the table. It is exactly what I've been looking for. Could you email the plans to [email protected]?
Thanks!
Fri, 01/08/2016 - 17:38
Fri, 01/08/2016 - 17:40
We altered the original plan by enlarging the sandbox (approx 5' x 6') which made for wider benches that can comfortably seat an adult. The benches and back rests are three boards deep instead of two. We added 2x12 supports under the benches for additional support, as well as another 2x4 support in the middle of the backrest.
Tue, 04/14/2015 - 20:00
I just love seeing pictures of these built! Makes my heart swell :-)
Made 2 changes to the plans which was using a 2 x 4 as a center top board to add some variety to the board width and also decided to go with breadboard ends which also used 2x4
Thanks for the plans!
Modified from our twin sleeper chair plan, this amazing hinged sofa bed was built and shared by #tinybuilderau
This is our 2nd project - we liked building the bookshelf so much, we decided we're gonna keep going and need a good workbench. Got these plans from the Family Handyman Website (http://www.familyhandyman.com/DIY-Projects/Woodworking/Workbenches/how-…). They claim the cost to be $50, but it was closer to $80 for us - still a GREAT project and easy to put together with the nail gun.
Sat, 04/16/2022 - 07:29
No working link. Cannot find this or the plans.
Built a full size loft bed for my kids but wanted something safer than having them climb up and down a ladder so used the Camp Loft Bed plans to add the platform and stairs. It is much easier for the kids. Going to finish by covering the platform and stairs with carpet.
Wed, 10/02/2019 - 09:51
I really like how the platform is only half way so the stairs are inset, this is very smart and good use of space.
This is the cooler stand presented by Jenny from Birdsandsaoap. Very easy to build and always ends up with someone asking to buy it or have you make them one.
Wed, 06/10/2015 - 11:34
The plans for this can be found at the following web adress: http://ana-white.com/2013/06/plans/wood-cooler-birds-and-soap
Hope this helps
Wed, 09/21/2016 - 08:07
New to this site. How do I get the plans for the Wooden Cooler Stand?
Thank you!
I made this table to go next to an outdoor grill to be used as a food prep area or just a surface for holding ingredients (instead of using the deck railing!). The top is stainless steel which fits tightly over 2 3/4" pieces of plywood laminated together. The bar/handle in front is made out of galvanized pipe. All wood was treated.
Legs - 4x4 posts
Bottom shelf - 1x6's
Sides - 1x4's
Top - 2 pieces of 3/4" plywood laminated together with a stainless steel top (custom fit) over top
Towel bar - galvanized pipe (cut and threaded to size at Lowe's), floor flanges and 90 degree elbows
Thu, 05/15/2014 - 10:33
Sorry about the late reply! Yes, I just gave my dimensions to a local steel supplier and they made the top. I think I have about $40 into the stainless. They didn't weld the corners but I've never had an issue with them.
Sat, 04/26/2014 - 15:41
I too would like to know your source for the sheet metal.
In reply to Stainless steel sheet metal by Pursuit of Handyness
Thu, 05/15/2014 - 10:35
I just found a local steel supplier, told them what I need and they formed the top. It cost me around $40 (without welding of the corners). I took a fine grit sandpaper to it afterward to scuff it up so it didn't look so bright.
In reply to Stainless steel sheet metal by Pursuit of Handyness
Thu, 05/15/2014 - 10:35
I just found a local steel supplier, told them what I need and they formed the top. It cost me around $40 (without welding of the corners). I took a fine grit sandpaper to it afterward to scuff it up so it didn't look so bright.
Wed, 04/30/2014 - 12:55
I would like to know are there any plans available to make this table? I am very impressed of its design.
In reply to Grill table with stainless steel top by AMR4412
Thu, 05/15/2014 - 10:46
No...I didn't have any plans when I built it but it's a very simple concept. I chose to use all treated wood since I knew it would be sitting outside unprotected. However, my 4x4 posts weren't square so this caused a lot of problems and everything was built to fit. I believe I just used 4x4's, 1X6s (for the bottom shelf) and 1x4s for the sides (top and bottom). For the top, I just laminated 2 pieces of 3/4" plywood together to bulk it up and then had the stainless top built to fit. It fit perfectly so I didn't glue it to the plywood. This makes it easy to remove and clean, if necessary. For the galvanized pipe (towel bar), I bought it at Lowe's and had them cut/thread it to fit my dimensions.