HOMCOM Bookcase Storage Shelf with Cushioned Reading Seat, Cube Bookshelf Organizer for Bedroom Living Room, White

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I collected all the measurements I needed to cover all the exposed areas and got to work in the garage cutting the trim. I was a little worried that this would not be enough depth to sit comfortably on, but a few trial sittings on 15” planks of wood proved to be acceptable. I had installed crown molding in the kitchen of our previous home, so I was familiar with the procedure. Next, I transported all the individual shelf pieces upstairs and started assembly with the help of some sawhorses.

To start, I placed 2 of the bookshelf vertical end supports side by side, clamped them together tightly, and marked with a pencil where all the dados were to be cut.The project was essentially going to be two separate built-in bookshelves (on each side of the window) with a seat connecting the two in the middle. The seat would be sitting atop some wide kitchen cabinets for extra storage. I settled on a very simple yet effective method. I was just going to build a wooden duct into the foundation frame, and seal the inside edges with caulk to make it air-tight. With the foundation frames in place, I decided to start work on the shelves. It was getting exciting! MAKING DADO GROOVES

Love shelves just as much as we do?! Make these sliding storage shelves that are perfect for the garage or basement. They hold a TON! Working between the garage and the upstairs bedroom meant frequent trips up and down the stairs. Many times I would have a handful of tools to juggle. Depending on what you want to store, consider whether you need a bookcase with doors and drawers or open shelves. Above the window was just enough space for a single small shelf to store decorative items or horizontal books.To complete Eileen’s office, which is a sitting room off our bedroom, it needs some kind of doors. We are thinking about French doors or barn doors. What do you think would look best?!