Small Bath Storage Tower Built with 2x2s and 1x Boards
A little storage tower perfect for a couple of wire baskets or folded towels, this is a to build your own with step by step graphics, shopping list and cut list from
Specifications
| Project type | Bookshelf and Bookcase Plans |
|---|---|
| Room | Bathroom |
| Style | Cottage Style Furniture Plans |
| Difficulty | Beginner Projects |
| Estimated cost | $20 - $50 |
Dimensions
Use the size-specific shopping and cut lists below.
Shopping List
- 3 – 2×2 @ 8 feet long
- 1 – 1×12 @ 4 feet long
- 1 – 1×3 @ 8 feet long
- 1 – 1×2 @ 2 feet long
- 2 1/2″ Screws or brad nails
- 2″ Screws or brad nails
- 1 1/4″ Screws or brad nails
- wood glue, wood filler and finishing supplies
Cut List
- 4 – 2×2 @ 29 1/4″ (Legs)
- 4 – 1×3 @ 11 1/2″ (Side Trim for shelves – Measure to fit the width of your 1x12s)
- 2 – 1×12 @ 11″ (Shelves)
- 2 – 1×3 @ 11″ (Back Trim for Shelves)
- 4 – 2×2 @ 11″ (Width Trim)
- 3 – 2×2 @ 11 1/2″ (Top Trim – Measure to fit the width of your 1x12s)
- 1 – 1×12 @ 16″ (Top Shelf)
- 1 – 1×2 @ 16″ (Back, Top)
- 1 – 1×3 @ 16, (Front, Top)
Tools
- measuring tape
- square
- pencil
- safety glasses
- hearing protection
- kreg-jig
- drill
- circular saw
- sander
- level
- countersink drill bit
Step-by-step Instructions
Attach Shelf Side Trim to Legs
Measure and mark the location of the shelf side trim on the insides of the legs. Predrill holes and attach with 2 1/2″ screws or finish nails and glue. Build two. Shelf side trim is flush to the inside.
Shelves
Measure and mark the shelf side trim 1″ from the top edge. This is the top edge of your shelves. Attach shelves with 2″ screws and glue or 1 1/4″ pocket hole screws and glue.
Back Trim
Attach the back trim flush with the sides as you did the side trim.
Width Trim
The shelf trim is flush to the top, the top trim flush to the top. Attach with 2 1/2″ screws or finish nails and glue.
Step 5
Top Shelf
Screw through the supports/top trim with 2″ screws and glue to attach top shelf.
Front and Back of Top Shelf
Finish the top shelf with the 1×2 and 1×3, 1×2 to the back so your piece will sit flush to the wall. Use 2″ screws and glue.
Finishing
Sand all surfaces, starting with a medium grit and finishing with fine. Wipe off the dust, fill any holes or gaps with wood filler, and sand smooth once dry. Apply primer if you're painting, then finish with your choice of paint or stain and seal with a durable clear topcoat. For outdoor projects, use exterior-rated primer, paint or stain, and sealer so the piece stands up to the weather.
Source (temporary): https://www.ana-white.com/woodworking-projects/small-bath-storage-tower-built-2x2s-and-1x-boards