$7 DIY Floating Shelf

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  • @DIYCreators
    @DIYCreators  Před 7 lety +49

    Follow DIY Creators on instagram instagram.com/diycreators2015/
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    Materials (per shelf)
    Oil-Rubbed Bronze Paint- amzn.to/2kBKJbO
    1- 2in x 6in x 8ft (Spruce Pine) @ your local hardware store
    1- pack of keyhole hanger amzn.to/2mbVVrZ
    1- 1/2inX 48 Dowel @ your local hardware store

    • @mrpharill
      @mrpharill Před 7 lety +2

      Yo, Much Luv @DIY Creators. Hey, those drywall anchors you used. Do you know of anything like that, that would make drilling in Wall Paneling stronger? I never see anyone post about flimsy old wall paneling, but in the south, that's all most old homes have?

    • @buckeythedog6132
      @buckeythedog6132 Před 7 lety

      DIY Creators try toggle bolts or try and hit a stud with a drywall screw

    • @joannaw8067
      @joannaw8067 Před 7 lety +3

      DIY Creators for $7 this is awesome!

    • @kevinisawake
      @kevinisawake Před 7 lety

      Its more like $21 if you include the paint finish. Still awesome.

    • @marciananton9226
      @marciananton9226 Před 5 lety

      @@kevinisawake $11 if you use spray paint

  • @Tyson888
    @Tyson888 Před 7 lety +48

    I like how you used various cutting tools from simple tools to power tools

  • @rafaelmartinvannostrand2084
    @rafaelmartinvannostrand2084 Před 7 lety +205

    Those shelfs look waaayyy more expensive than they really are. Great job

  • @OpossumPiper
    @OpossumPiper Před 7 lety +192

    This is a great project. The best tip was one you didn't even narrate. I love how you used the painter's tape to hold up the end of the tape measure.

    • @theresanguyen9133
      @theresanguyen9133 Před 7 lety

      Painters Tape? Where was it please? Did i miss something?

    • @oanacarstoiu8556
      @oanacarstoiu8556 Před 7 lety

      3.36 min from video

    • @SS-wm2hn
      @SS-wm2hn Před 6 lety

      me too

    • @saltys5528
      @saltys5528 Před 5 lety

      that achieved nothing tho ngl

    • @map973
      @map973 Před 5 lety

      @@theresanguyen9133 when he was measuring the wall to mark for the anchors and screws.

  • @OleanderCure
    @OleanderCure Před 6 lety +1

    That scrapwood method of transferring the nail locations is freaking GENIUS!! I'm going to use that all.the.time.

  • @92PreludeS
    @92PreludeS Před 7 lety +128

    Pretty sure this is doable for a beginner. Thanks Glen, always wanted to start working with wood and this might be my start!

  • @ellal.8116
    @ellal.8116 Před 7 lety +687

    Painter's tape?! And here I was, always relying on another person to hold the other end of the tape measure.

    • @DIYCreators
      @DIYCreators  Před 7 lety +46

      lol Yep the simple things in life.

    • @DDCRExposed
      @DDCRExposed Před 7 lety +26

      I was dumbfounded at such a simple trick to help self-measure. I'll certainly be using this trick as well.

    • @ptnmylove
      @ptnmylove Před 7 lety +13

      IM HAVING TROUBLE MEASURING MYSELF AS WELL, NOW I KNOW THE TRICKS LOL :D

    • @serpzero
      @serpzero Před 7 lety +26

      yea, this was my biggest takeaway from the video! It's the little things...!

    • @Phyoomz
      @Phyoomz Před 7 lety +30

      Blew my mind. Was just measuring some stuff last night and enlisted the wife and kids as royal tape holders.

  • @tvstudentNL
    @tvstudentNL Před 6 lety +2

    I'm a beginner woodworker and I'm hooked! Have built an Adirondack chair and a French Bench so far and have been stunned and elated at what I apparently can do. Just found your channel, you describe everything so succinctly and explain your choices. Thanks for sharing your talent!

  • @bmwart2008
    @bmwart2008 Před 4 lety

    Bro your fucken beast. 3 Years late and i cant help to admire your craft with simple instructions.

  • @ivanaproductions2716
    @ivanaproductions2716 Před 7 lety +45

    love the limited tools series! So everybody can build along 👌

  • @ChadDrakeTech
    @ChadDrakeTech Před 7 lety +150

    Glad to see your channeling blowing lately Glen. It's about time with all the amazing work you've done brother.

    • @DIYCreators
      @DIYCreators  Před 7 lety +11

      Thanks Chad! It's been unreal to see the growth. I can't thank everyone enough for the support.

    • @kingwyatt627
      @kingwyatt627 Před 7 lety +3

      DIY Creators are you still going to restore a table

    • @DIYCreators
      @DIYCreators  Před 7 lety +14

      Wyatt Delashmutt Yep I gave you my word a while back. I been crazy busy. I have to find one at a yard sale or something.

    • @mookieme6854
      @mookieme6854 Před 7 lety +2

      DIY Creators I got a bunch of tables! lol. Those shelves are beautiful. Tfs.

    • @marlinmelendez-laboymrs.pr9573
      @marlinmelendez-laboymrs.pr9573 Před 7 lety +2

      DIY Creators what is the paint that you chose for this project? I love this paint!!

  • @Hangryaf
    @Hangryaf Před 4 lety +1

    For the love of holy crap you are amazing. Thank you for doing what very few people can do. Make a video that is perfect. It is a level 10 informative and a level 0 on "hey look at me try to be funny and cute". People like you are an endangered species on CZcams. Keep it up I'll watch every one you've got cause theres actually something to learn and it wastes non of my time. Glad I came across this stuff. Thank you.

  • @miked.author3274
    @miked.author3274 Před 7 lety +2

    Very simple, very elegant! Well done. This small project should encourage non-woodworkers to build this for their home.

  • @VinnieC262
    @VinnieC262 Před 7 lety +27

    hey, that's a pretty good tip using the strip of wood to mark the hole locations...I'll will for sure use that next time. keep the great vids coming.

  • @JoshNtheedrifter
    @JoshNtheedrifter Před 6 lety

    Thank goodness! I dont need a bunch of crazy tools or unneeded steps to build something! Great for beginners like me!

  • @muthersmustache
    @muthersmustache Před 7 lety

    Thank you soooo much for keeping it straight to the point & simple on what you used and how to do it. That's the best way to teach in my opinion. I'm 41, however I'm easily distracted and can't focus on a 30 minute video that explains exactly what you just did in under 5 minutes. Thank You 💜✌😊

  • @Fixthisbuildthat
    @Fixthisbuildthat Před 7 lety +48

    Nice quick and easy project. And I liked the dowel usage vs screws. Good stuff!

    • @DIYCreators
      @DIYCreators  Před 7 lety

      Thank you!

    • @B.Natesan
      @B.Natesan Před 3 lety

      @@DIYCreators I am going use dowel but I am not professional

    • @quinnthereaux7719
      @quinnthereaux7719 Před 2 lety

      @@B.Natesan How did it turn out for you?

    • @B.Natesan
      @B.Natesan Před 2 lety +1

      @@quinnthereaux7719 somehow I made it

  • @peteporpora1630
    @peteporpora1630 Před 7 lety +10

    Don't know why I never thought of the scrap wood trick to space the mounting holes. Great tip!

  • @anakessler9228
    @anakessler9228 Před 7 lety

    I love a man who can build..these turned out beautiful..love that paint color also.

  • @19DHooah
    @19DHooah Před 7 lety

    I have been a woodworker for about 20 years. Good job! Ideas that I had not thought of before.

  • @BronkBuilt
    @BronkBuilt Před 7 lety +51

    Love the tip on matching up the key holes to the wall screws. Going to use that every time now.

  • @tonydarbyshire7017
    @tonydarbyshire7017 Před 7 lety +6

    You kind of forgot to mention the $5000 tools to use

    • @shalommageza9785
      @shalommageza9785 Před 3 měsíci

      Yea homie, I was bout to say this

    • @user-rk8vn5jr6w
      @user-rk8vn5jr6w Před měsícem +1

      I made these about three or four years ago and I used only $300 worth of used tools most of them were handles. It really can be done and I sold quite a few of them.

    • @JacqueCRISCOsd
      @JacqueCRISCOsd Před měsícem

      Tools are an investment in independence.

  • @ChristopherDillman
    @ChristopherDillman Před 3 lety

    Best box shelf tutorial out there. And one that doesn't require a miter saw or table planer. 👍

  • @Steelmage99
    @Steelmage99 Před 7 lety

    A nice and simple instructional video on a project that doesn't require a garage full of specialized tools. Thank you.

  • @bijouxw1014
    @bijouxw1014 Před 7 lety +3

    You made it look so easy to make those shelves, the tutorial was great. I like the paint you used, rather than just black. Richer look. Lot's of good tips. Thank you

  • @jpkrause13
    @jpkrause13 Před 7 lety +5

    Wow! Simple and elegant. Nice project. Thanks!

  • @amylougheed5845
    @amylougheed5845 Před 4 lety

    Floating shelves are SO expensive.
    This is a much simpler technique than the last video I saw on diy floating shelves.
    I think I can do this! 😃
    Thank you ♥️🙏

  • @stepperchic4859
    @stepperchic4859 Před 6 lety

    You can even do your own floating shelves with just the one piece of wood and paint it. And of course to sand it down for more smoother finish. This was excellent great job young man.

  • @SpecificLove7
    @SpecificLove7 Před 7 lety +8

    Love the transfer hole guide

  • @ihazelmac
    @ihazelmac Před 7 lety +3

    I really like how this video is something I can create without a whole bunch of tool!!! Thank you will be makeing these shelf's for sure!

  • @kobelcofan
    @kobelcofan Před 3 lety

    I've been hooked on watching people build this style of shelf. I worked on my first one today. My miter saw died out of the blue today. I really wanted to cut miters, but at least I've got a cordless skillsaw. This rectangular shape just looks so cool.

  • @TranTheClever
    @TranTheClever Před 4 lety

    This is probably the least expensive and yet durable diy floating shelves tutorial I have seen yet! Thanks for the video! 2:27

  • @BilllyBillz
    @BilllyBillz Před 7 lety +16

    This dude is a madman

  • @gillessophie6158
    @gillessophie6158 Před 7 lety +6

    always nice and smart with you. greetings from France

  • @standinguptobullies9234
    @standinguptobullies9234 Před 7 lety +2

    I really like this guy. He explains things very well and appeals to the average guy trying to get a job done!

  • @kdwashington8584
    @kdwashington8584 Před 6 lety

    Right on time! New place not enough storage but a lot of wall property.

  • @StreetKingz4Life
    @StreetKingz4Life Před 7 lety +13

    Really smooth & simple with the tape no need to call my wife to hold the end of the tape for me lol

  • @fh1980ram
    @fh1980ram Před 4 lety +23

    I'll try to impress my wife with this one.

  • @anjuy6984
    @anjuy6984 Před 4 lety

    This is just what I wanted.. You were to the point and all your ideas are really great. Very well explained for a novice like me who doesn't have good options to buy in market and carpenter charge a bomb to make it for you in INDIA... You are a life saver...

  • @jakeabel2548
    @jakeabel2548 Před 7 lety

    I can't believe I did not think of making shelves like this. Cause This is exactly how I make my joints. I literally just made 5 of those last week for shelves in a cabinet.... I just need to get a larger piece of wood for this.

  • @paolalo5408
    @paolalo5408 Před 6 lety +4

    Wow is so beautiful. Great talent! 😱. Keep it up . And thanks for tutoring. I will try this for my restrooms

  • @CuddaBrown
    @CuddaBrown Před 7 lety +12

    great project for beginners..

  • @aceagui7318
    @aceagui7318 Před 3 lety

    Every time I see your videos I’m amazed by your creativity. God bless you & keep on creating showing us how too

  • @joemug4079
    @joemug4079 Před 6 lety +1

    This is my type of building. Easy and works with no sophisticated tools.

  • @ilyaivanov1745
    @ilyaivanov1745 Před 7 lety +5

    Really simple and elegant !

  • @SanDiegoRoyalty
    @SanDiegoRoyalty Před 7 lety +3

    Excellent! Love the choice of paint.

  • @mulekickhandmadeguitars8465

    There is a lot of beauty in simplicity. This is just about as simple as it gets. Very cool. Love it.

  • @alexwolf9778
    @alexwolf9778 Před 7 lety +1

    Thank you for showing the use of other tools. I have pretty nice tools now but when I started I did not and I wished there would have been some one like you! Thanks!

  • @kocoahollis9771
    @kocoahollis9771 Před 7 lety +4

    😍 such a beautiful shelf and I'm from Cali you don't see too many brothers handy with a tool so this was uber sexy to me lol

  • @ahopkins1978
    @ahopkins1978 Před 7 lety +7

    Mannnn you're too ill.....thanks for taking the time to make these vids

  • @emmanuelmenoji7853
    @emmanuelmenoji7853 Před 7 lety

    I love the realistic ways you work by giving the different possible ways of doing a particular thing depending on the tool one has. Thank you. Beautiful job.

  • @bayygirl408
    @bayygirl408 Před 5 lety

    My husband and I watch these videos because we’re about to purchase our first home ! Lol looks like we need to buy a lot of tools /power tools too 😂✅

  • @AndreiNedelus
    @AndreiNedelus Před 7 lety +11

    hi man, i love your work, and i was wondering if you can show us how to make a terrarium with plexiglas and conctrete or wood

  • @zjg101st
    @zjg101st Před 7 lety +4

    Love that trick for hanging man going to use it 😄👍🏽

  • @lilv47368
    @lilv47368 Před 5 lety

    never have I ever seen so many good tips in a 5 minute video.

  • @fredib8638
    @fredib8638 Před 6 lety

    Nice tip with the wooden off-cut template and also taping the measuring tape to the wall... why hadn't i ever thought of that! nice one!

  • @anastaciohernandez6696
    @anastaciohernandez6696 Před 7 lety +12

    thank you men I am going to make one for my daughter

  • @leslylopez5325
    @leslylopez5325 Před 7 lety +5

    yass genius! can't wait to try this!😁

  • @stevelawrie7087
    @stevelawrie7087 Před 4 lety

    Excellent channel - Done 2 projects from here already (TV back panel and this one to go underneath the panel for the soundbar + electronics hidden in the shelf)

  • @Patito839
    @Patito839 Před 3 lety

    OMG this might have been 3 years ago but, I needed this. I have a woodworking class and i have to plan my project thx so much ❤️

  • @vogash
    @vogash Před 7 lety +4

    Good rule: Keep it simple😃

  • @Alexis-lp1vd
    @Alexis-lp1vd Před 7 lety +7

    I swear my future husband needs to be handy.

    • @DWBJosh
      @DWBJosh Před 6 lety

      Alexis Patrice
      I am, could do this no problem!! 😁😁😁 lol sorry I had to!!

    • @Djems86
      @Djems86 Před 5 lety

      Never know I’m still available

    • @Lousy_Bastard
      @Lousy_Bastard Před 4 lety

      Just marry a man with loads of cash then pay someone to do all this stuff for you.

  • @amberdelivered6054
    @amberdelivered6054 Před 7 lety

    This way looks so much better and easier than other videos I've watched on floating shelves!

  • @allencampbell3350
    @allencampbell3350 Před 2 lety

    I wish I found this channel sooner. Great stuff man. And that trick with the scrap wood to make sure the holes line up everytime not only blew my mind but was so simple I had a "why didn't I think of that?
    " moment.

  • @FREDBLA
    @FREDBLA Před 7 lety +3

    Nice and So Simple !! ::) Tks

  • @MrHandwerk
    @MrHandwerk Před 7 lety +7

    GOOD WORK ! :-)

  • @dabina2007
    @dabina2007 Před 7 lety

    All I have to say is WOW:amazing,beautiful ,good looking,modern

  • @TheCards_HiddenLotusTarot

    OMGosh My Brother!
    Thank you for your videos....simple and easy to understand. In my fantasy life I'm a Badass woodworker and you are helping to make this come true.
    Shelves are beautiful too! 👍✌🙏😀

  • @byLenorio
    @byLenorio Před 7 lety +3

    wao!

  • @teddyroosevelt9266
    @teddyroosevelt9266 Před 7 lety +26

    Help I accidentally built a floating shelf !!

  • @rawkfist13
    @rawkfist13 Před 5 lety

    I loved your tips! I watched another video but the guy used thousands of dollars in equipment and I was like, there just has to be another way, haha. This is exactly what I was looking for and love how you show mods for different budgets and skill levels. Can't wait to make this!

  • @d1234no
    @d1234no Před 6 lety

    Very easy-looking. You make it simple and attractive.

  • @luis1570
    @luis1570 Před 7 lety +3

    chido =)

  • @RellikNev
    @RellikNev Před 7 lety

    Keep up the great videos! Love your common sense approach. It's refreshing to see a craftsman who doesn't have a whole garage full of Festool Kits. Got to get me some more painter's tape.

  • @HeinekenLady
    @HeinekenLady Před 7 lety

    You are amazing. You remind me of my dad, who is a carpenter. Just love your work!!!!!

  • @bbippy6752
    @bbippy6752 Před 7 lety +1

    I love this project. It's so simple yet very elegant.

  • @WirtualDreams
    @WirtualDreams Před 7 lety +2

    Your ability to show how simple can save money on furnishing a house or apartment

  • @babylonfive
    @babylonfive Před 7 lety

    Great stuff as usual.
    Very smart to show various ways to do you some steps, varying the tools and methods. This really helps beginners.
    Go man go.

    • @DIYCreators
      @DIYCreators  Před 7 lety

      Thanks man :). Im always looking out for the beginners.

  • @AliAliToo
    @AliAliToo Před 7 lety +1

    Those are beautiful, and they look so easy to do. I really love the paint, too, I don't think I've ever seen any like that before. Thank you so much, you've given so many good hints. ( The painter's tape to hold the tape measure was awesome!!) Thank you, again!

  • @vennibabii22
    @vennibabii22 Před 7 lety

    I love this!!! Not exactly easy for first timers but provided you follow the directions you should be fine. This is really cute.

  • @tomdmann
    @tomdmann Před 2 lety

    Great video - I like how you show both options (people who have hand tools and people who have power tools). Also, just very clear, easy to understand and a nice length of video too!

  • @leticiakalumba4523
    @leticiakalumba4523 Před 2 lety

    Your videos are just on another level they are quick, informative and straightforward to follow.

  • @ptnmylove
    @ptnmylove Před 7 lety

    Your video now look doable for beginners because of extra steps you took, thanks Glenn! :D

  • @bazilwreckerloughead
    @bazilwreckerloughead Před 7 lety +4

    My 'woodworking' tools consist of a hand-saw & a speed-square. But I'm going to build this for my living room.I'm also going to check out your 'Limited Tools' videos!

  • @logiboy123
    @logiboy123 Před 7 lety

    These small and beginner friendly projects are great. Nice work.

  • @SamuraiCats
    @SamuraiCats Před 4 lety

    This is great. I want to put some shelves like this above my desk. Saw some on Pinterest. Found them only at Crate and Barrel, where they wanted $300 for them. I think not. Thank you so much.

  • @sinergy9837
    @sinergy9837 Před 7 lety

    Your video was informative and I thought the way you built things was correct. Appreciated the dowels and the fact you didnt take short cuts. looks good

  • @cilla4000
    @cilla4000 Před 4 lety

    Wow... this is amazing!!You wife is one Blessed Lady!! Your smart, know your way around the tools,craft and let's not forget handsome!! CZcams sent me here, but I am staying.

  • @codymcguire189
    @codymcguire189 Před 3 lety

    Great video. Straight and to the point, clear and concise.

  • @jaspermartin7444
    @jaspermartin7444 Před 6 lety

    ty, appreciate this video so much! Budget, lack of tools, and no idea how to use one of those anchor things. Now I know!

  • @JIOOOO
    @JIOOOO Před 6 lety +1

    man I dunno what it is but somehow your voice makes this so much more interesting and cool lol

  • @Somong
    @Somong Před 2 lety

    Watching this in 2022, and it's still inspiring.
    Great project!

  • @6270936
    @6270936 Před 7 lety

    Again. Excellent work Glen. You're a true tradesman. Regards from Ireland. This one I'll do for a new bathroom fit I'm doing. Cheers. Dave.

  • @maneekaewthuam7288
    @maneekaewthuam7288 Před 5 lety

    Thank you for sharing this very nice and simple way to make shelving this is what I have been looking for a perfect look Thailand 🇹🇭

  • @11chilliman
    @11chilliman Před 7 lety

    I don't normally comment on videos but after watching this I had to. you sir are a genius, I subscribed just for this video and now I'm going to start watching all your others. keep it up!

  • @dwainelowe6978
    @dwainelowe6978 Před 5 lety +2

    Your instructions were very clear and easy to follow. I'm going to home depot right now...👍

  • @cyndy6462
    @cyndy6462 Před 3 lety

    All of your projects look amazing, but this is one I may actually be able to do to spruce up my guest bathroom. The wood guide is genius! Thank you!

  • @sebastiangalvan6944
    @sebastiangalvan6944 Před 7 lety

    This is one of you're best videos yet very detailed.

  • @57Sauce
    @57Sauce Před 5 lety

    Brand new to woodworking - your videos are gold!

  • @BlankityBlank
    @BlankityBlank Před 7 lety

    Thank you for showing just how easy these types of projects are. Very helpful!