Garage Storage That Surprised Me

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1. 0:38–1:39 Prepare Lumber and Cut List From Under-Stair Shelving, Step 3: Create a Cut List

   The presenter explains that the shelves will be constructed from 2x4 lumber due to its strength and availability. He provides a detailed cut list: - Four boards at 72 inches (for vertical supports) - Four boards at 67 inches (for wider middle shelves' sides) - Eighteen boards at 64 inches (for main shelf horizontals and wider middle shelves' centers) - Eight boards at 31 inches (from leftover 64-inch boards, for inner shelf sides) - Eight boards at 30 inches (from leftover 64-inch boards, for outer shelf sides) He demonstrates cutting with a miter saw but suggests alternatives like a circular saw or hand saw, stressing the importance of making cuts as close to 90 degrees as possible. He also explains how to identify and orient the 'crown' (natural arch) of the wood upwards for added strength, which means placing it face down during initial assembly.

2. 2:57–3:12 Construct Wider Center Shelves From Under-Stair Shelving, Step 2: Design the Shelving Unit

   Build two additional shelves that are slightly wider than the previous ones. These will form the center section of the entire storage unit. Each wider shelf will use one 64-inch board in the middle and one 67-inch board on each side. Follow the same assembly process as before: lay out the boards on a flat surface, ensure correct crown orientation, clamp, pre-drill, and secure with 2.5-inch deck screws.

The guide that use this video

• Under-Stair Shelving