Make its depth 1 1/2 to 2 in. less than the depth of the bookcase itself. Its height must be 1/8 in. taller than the baseboard molding you plan to install to make sure the molding slips in easily.

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In this project, I’m building a clean, modern bookshelf using ¾" Maple plywood and 2" Maple dowels - simple materials with a sophisticated finish. The real standout? A white PVC inlay at the top that ...

I’m making floor-to-ceiling built-in bookcases for one of my living rooms and would love some tips. One of my challenges is the bookcase needs to span about 6 feet over a piano.

I started by shopping, assuming the only way I could have an industrial-style bookcase was by paying a hefty sum for one.

Shim and attach bookcases. Use a few shims along the bottom, if necessary, to make your bookcases level and even. If your bookcases came with hardware to secure them to the wall (so they don’t ...