Corner shelves do with his hands: for the production of instruction

The problem of space is relevant for small and large apartments. It is very difficult to fit everything you need in the limited square footage. It is practically impossible to imagine a house, office or apartment without convenience shelves. It performs an aesthetic, decorative role.

Shelves are used in absolutely any room, and for completely different purposes. It looks great in bathrooms, kitchens and living rooms.

Advantages of Self-shelf

Previously craftwork any furniture was considered the lot of the poor. Wealthy people prefer to buy in the shops interior elements. But they all had virtually the same design, so thirty years ago in the interiors of various houses were almost identical.

In modern stores there are dozens of different models of furniture, but even among such a variety of difficult to choose one that can meet all preferences of the home owner. In this case there are only two choices: order furniture directly from the manufacturer, or to build it yourself.

The first option may seem ideal. However, not every artist can make furniture efficiently, inexpensively, and at the same time to take into account all your wishes. To find such a specialist is not easy, and it makes no sense to engage in searches, if need simple wall shelf.

Independent production of shelves has a lot of advantages.

• Potential savings. Ordering furniture in the studio, we have to pay not only supplies but also the work of a specialist. If the master is highly qualified and excellent reviews, its operation cost will always be high. Such means are not for each person.
  
  

  If we make a shelf corner with their hands, you can save considerably.

• The account even the smallest demands. Only the owner of the house knows what regiment he wants to get a result.
  
  

  even the smallest details can be taken into account in independent work.

• Save time. A good master for the construction of furniture painted in advance on weekdays. Therefore, wait for your order will have a few months, if not longer.
  
  

  Create their own shelf can be just a few hours, if strictly adhere to the instructions and prepare all materials in advance.

• The ease of the process. Many believe that the production of furniture - it is technically difficult process. But it is not so. Create shelf can absolutely anyone, even those who previously did not have such experience. To do this, you need not have any complicated instructions and expensive tools.
  
  

  All you need there is in the arsenal of any host.

• Obtaining invaluable experience. On the creation of the shelves you can practice and gain invaluable experience, which is then useful in the manufacture of more sophisticated furniture designs.
  
  

  Corner shelves on the wall - a streamlined version that is suitable for any room.

Making the shelf yourself: how to determine the design and materials?

Any wall shelf may have a different shape and design. They can be complex (with additional elements) or simple. Simple shelves can be used in the kitchen.

Shelves in a semicircle to do is very simple. This option is ideal if there is no time or desire to do something more complicated. Also, simple shelves can be used in apartments and houses are decorated in a minimalist direction.

Shelves with additional elements can be used in living rooms. They may consist of multiple sections, or have an unusual shape, for example, the letter "T".

Garnish with such furniture can be an original way and cut if you have experience in this matter. Shelves, placed in a corner, as distinguished by the presence of the rear wall. It may be present, or be replaced by a wall. If there is a desire to preserve the walls, the furniture wall is still better to build.

In this article we will discuss the process of construction of a corner shelf classical form. This form is simple and versatile. Its production does not take even two hours.

Consider the types of materials and their benefits.

1. Natural wood. This is the preferred option, since sustainable wood moisture, eco-friendly and aesthetically pleasing.
   
   

   It has a long life and is easy to process.

2. Plastic. This database is cheaper than wood and can simulate any quality coverage options.
   
   

   However, it is easy to damage during daily operation.

3. Glass. Transparent wall shelf - it is an original interior decoration. To work with such material is not easy, but if you try, you can achieve amazing results.
   
   

   Glass is resistant to high temperature, moisture and heavy loads.

4. Metal. Fashion on metal furniture is slowly returning. Shelves of this material will serve long and unquestioningly.
   
   

   However, they are unlikely to fit harmoniously in a classical setting.

To quickly determine the raw materials, be sure to consider the comparative characteristics shown in the table.

Characteristics	materials
Wood	Plastic	Glass	Metal
Aesthetics	+	+	+	+/-
Durability	+	–	+	+
ease of processing	+	+	–	–
cost of	high	low	high	low
Resistant to moisture	+	+/-	+	–
Resistance to high temperatures	+	–	+	+
Strength	+	–	+/-	+

After analyzing all the features, you will notice that it is easier and easier to create a corner shelf is made of wood.

Instruments

To make a shelf of wood, it is necessary to properly prepare the raw materials and tools. You should start with training tools. To build a corner shelves made of wood, you need to find:

• Electric jig;
• Usual range of 50 cm;
• hacksaw;
• Glue;
• Drill;
• Building level;
• Sandpaper;
• Mounting Shelf.

materials

In the role of the main raw materials to create shelves fit most ordinary board, which was overlooked on the balcony after reconstruction. You can also use the remains of old furniture, or purchase a board in the store. consider several criteria when selecting the main raw material:

• Design. The board must have a suitable coloring and beautiful ornament;
• Quality. Rotten and old boards should be avoided;
• Integrity. Sheet for furniture should not have scratches and dents.

Cut the plywood pieces on the diagonal, strip sandpaper edge. Wood residues can be cut in the amount of four rack units. They must be the same size.

The manufacturing process: step instruction

As can be seen, the shelves of manufacturing process does not require special costs and the tools that are hard to find at home. Almost all materials and equipment are available to any host. In this section we will look at in more detail, how to make a corner shelf.

1. To corner shelf had a presentable appearance, all its parts must be carefully cleaned. To do this, use sandpaper. structural components must be perfectly smooth, after which they can be covered with white paint.
   
   

   This will make the shelf more attractive appearance.

2. Marking. Stability and aesthetics of the shelf is largely dependent on its proper placement. Think carefully about the height and location of support structure. The layout for the installation of elements of the shelves can be done in the usual pencil.
   
   

   Most importantly - always check the evenness of the markup using a spirit level.

3. Installation of racks. Rack attached to the wall plugs. For them to be pre-prepared holes in the wall using a drill. You can then mount the rack itself, carefully observing the pre-layout. Verify the installation, you can use the building level.
   
   

   It is with the utmost precision to combine hand and check that the angle is right.

4. Fastening shelves. To fix the rack on the rack, you must first use a simple adhesive. Shelves sit tight in the corner, so do not need any spacers.
   

   Clay should dry for several hours, after which the shelf is already exploited.

   It is possible to store household items, jewelry, and even potted plants. However, if the shelves will be used for storage of bulky and heavy items, then this fixture will not be enough. Strengthen the design can be with special metal elements, which are installed at the bottom. Such elements are attached to the posts and with flanges by means of screws.

   

   Exact following relevant parameters allows to make a product of good quality.

VIDEO: Master-class on making a corner shelf.

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