We have a room in our house that is more of an office/study. It is not a huge room but the ceilings are quite high. I have always thought about a huge book case. Kinda like you see in movies where you need a ladder. (but not a whole wall).
How tall can i built my book case without fearing it tip over, or is there a certain ratio where if i build it deep enough it will be okay. ok - dreaming i would have a 15' book case but how tall could i really realistically build it for a home to be safe not being a master finish carpenter?
2007-08-31 18:48:04 · 12 answers · asked by JustMe 4 in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
Seems like everyone wants you anchor the book case to the wall but didn't tell you how. They make some angle brackets that look like an L but legs with equal lengths fasten one of these to the shelves on both sides. fasten them to the wall. Put them on the bottom of the shelves and try and hit as many studs as you can Put several of these brackets near the top.
You don't need to anchor every shelf.
2007-08-31 22:40:17 · answer #1 · answered by getrdone 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
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2016-05-04 06:01:01 · answer #2 · answered by Derek 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tall Bookcase Plans
2016-12-10 12:00:43 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Even a short bookcase can tip over if not properly built, filled and set in place. But the best way of course, would be to get 2 "L" shaped brackets from the hardware store, and attach them to the bookcase and then the walls. Depending on your type of wall you may need a special type of screw to hold the bracket, unless you have a 2x4 stud just where the screws will attach. You may need a "toggle bolt" this anchor is designed to open itself behind drywall or hollow doors for a secure hold. It can also be used in solid materials. You can find them at most home center stores or go to: http://www.boltdepot.com/anchoring-products.aspx
2007-09-03 06:59:01 · answer #4 · answered by candleslightup 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Haha, how funny. I just looked up on google exactly what you wanted to know. I have to make a brochure on the exact same thing too. There are some recommendations in my school book though - Humanities Alive. If your using the same book most of the information is actually there. If not, here it is: - Build a wooden house not a brick one. - Lay deep concrete foundations and bolt the wooden house frame to these. Reinforce foundations with steel rods or mesh. - Clop wall and roof frames together with metal pins. - Rock is better to build on than sand or clay. - Strap down your hot water system. - Use plywood sheets to brace walls. - Avoid using an open fireplace as chimneys can topple unless securely braced. - Fix all roof tiles or use alternative roofing. (e.g. steel). I hope this helps :)
2016-03-17 21:33:39 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Build it as tall as you wish, but screw it to the wall. Be sure to find your studs first, put your shelf where you want it, make your marks on the inside of the shelf where the studs align, drill your holes through the shelf, and run some screws long enough to go into the studs at least an inch and a half or so.
Put about 4 to 6 screws in. Two high, two center, and two low. Use some beauty washers to avoid damaging the wood too much, and put the screw through them. That will keep your shelf from falling on your head and crunching your skull.
If at some point you wish to move the shelf to another location, simply remove the screws, and do the same thing in the other location.
Holes in the wall are easy to patch.
Nad
2007-08-31 18:56:14 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 7⤊ 0⤋
Give the 10 to nadvanoot. It's not only the first answer, but as good an answer as you need.
ADD ON.
For stability you should either attach a cross brace outside of the case; top and bottom perhaps; running it's width, then use the bracing to screw into studs. That also allows it to remain PLUMB when up against any possible cove base molding.
2007-09-01 00:28:07 · answer #7 · answered by DIY Doc 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Safest and only answer screw it to the wall studs,one more important thing I didn't see mentioned,measure all the thicknesses your screwing through screws should go into the studs at least 11/2 inches or more if they are just grabbing you might pull the bookcase over. I have consructed a lot of shelving units in a commercial application.
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