Learn how to build a DIY bookshelf with trellis back with step-by-step tutorials and detailed plans. This is a great beginner-friendly project that can be completed on a weekend.

supplies needed

Lumber per the plans

Edge-banding

Staples

Finish nails

Pocket hole screws

Wood glue

Primer

STEP 1 – PREPARE THE BOARDS

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Make all the cuts per the plans and sand all the boards smooth. This is a great time to apply edge-banding to plywood. Make pocket holes as needed.

STEP 2 – BUILD THE SIDES

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Attach the 2×2 aprons and the book supports to the legs using pocket hole screws and wood glue.

STEP 3 – ADD THE SHELVES

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Attach the long supports and the shelves to the side. The nails are embedded deep into the plywood and the nail holes can be easily filled up to be hidden.

Step 4 – COMPLETE THE SHELF

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Attach the other leg frame by attaching the long aprons with pocket hole screws and nailing the edges of the plywood shelf to the aprons.

Step 5 – ADD THE TOP

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Attach the top to the shelf.

Step 7 – APPLY FINISH

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Fill all the nail holes and any visible pocket holes using wood putty. You can paint it any color you like.

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The DIY bookshelf with trellis back is ready!

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