ana white - industrial style wood slat closet system with galvanized pipes - 2014-10-15

Industrial Style Wood Slat Closet System with Galvanized PipesPublished on Ana White (http://ana-white.com)

Industrial Style Wood Slat Closet System withGalvanized Pipes [1]Submitted by Ana White [2] on Thu, 2014-09-18 11:50

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So I got a baby, a second grader, a blog, a husband out moose hunting(you get it, what Mom isn't this busy?) and piles of laundry and nowhere to put it since we moved [3].

I need a closet. And I need it fast. And it has to be inexpensive, sturdy,but it's gotta look pretty too. Oh, and I need to make it before my sisterleaves the next day, so she can help me with kids.

Yeah, I know. I'm a picky client!

After building this garage storage unit [4] in a few hours - with kids -

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I thought, why not a master closet with the same building style (inspiredby tradditional Swedish wood shelving) but use 1x4s for the legs andshelves for more refinement, stain the boards, and use industrial pipesfor closet rods?

It all seemed almost too simple, and I almost didn't build this project. Almost wrote it off as too plain.

But I talked myself into it, reasoning that even if it did turn out tooplain, too IKEA, there's gotta be at least one person out there thatwould appreciate an inexpensive and easy to build closet - even if itdoesn't look all that great.

So I gave simple a chance.

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And simple suprised the heck out of me.

I couldn't be more pleased with how this closet turned out. I feel like Iam in an expensive clothing store when I get dressed, just without thedesigner clothes and shoes. Although, the jeans are authenticallydistressed with real paint splatters .

And the best part? I was able to build it in a few hours, and all for about$200!

Lumber (all new) - $120Pipes for closet rods - $60Stain and screws - $20

For the closet rods, I used iron pipes, available at most any hardwarestore -

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I used all 3/4" fittings. Per each rod, I purchased:

(1) 36" pipe(2) Ts(4) 8" nipples(4) end caps

This was definitely the most expensive part, but the splurge wasabsolutely worth it!

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Costs could be cut down by using a smaller pipe (1/2") or having lessindividual rods, and using longer pipes as the cost is in all the fittings.

But one thing to consider is the shelves above and below the pipesshouldn't span more than about 3 feet or they will start to sag, so Iopted to make my closet rods using 36" pipes.

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The plans are ridiculously simple, check them out below. You just makethose shelf supports (plan for a shelf support every 3 feet or so), attach

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the closet rods, and then place the shelving on top.

To make finishing easier I just stained all my boards first, usingRustoleum Early American, and then touched up after installation. These photos show the stain a little lighter than the closet is in real life.

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Enjoy the plans following!

XO Ana + Family

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PS - My sister not only helped with kids, she also made a video of thisproject plan too! Check it out -

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Summary: DIY wood closet - free plans! From ana-white.com

CategoriesProject Type: Storage [7]Room: Closets [8]Skill Level: Beginner [9]

Dimensions: This closet can be customized to any length. Legsupports should be placed about every 3 feet to avoid shelfsagging. Note that this closet is most likely too tall to fitinside doorways and will need to be assembled in the closet (after youmake the leg supports). If your closet is really tight, you may wish toshorten the entire closet by a few inches (measure you doorways).

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Dimensions:

PER LEG SUPPORT (You'll need at least two leg supports, and additionalleg supports every 3 feet or so)

2 - 1x4 @ 8 feet long (for the legs)

64" of 2x4s (for the shelf supports)

SHELVES

4 - 1x4 @ length of closet PER SHELF

Additional 1x4s for smaller shelves if using

I stained all of my boards first, before cutting. I let them dry overnight. After completing the project, I touched up unstained areas (cut ends).

Common Materials: 1 1/2 inch screws2 1/2 inch screws

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Elmer's Wood Glue [10]Tools: measuring tapesquaresafety glasseshearing protectionDrill [11]Circular Saw [12]Random Orbital Sander [13]Countersink Drill Bit [14]

Cut List: PER LEG SUPPORT

4 - 2x4 @ 15-1/2" (shelf supports - make sure you measure your pipesfirst to figure how deep the closet needs to be to work with the iron pipecloset rods)

2 - 1x4 @ 81-1/2" (legs - you may wish to shorten these to pass throughdoorways)

SHELVES

Per each shelf - 4 - 1x4s cut to length of closet

SMALLER SHELVES

2 - 2x4 @ 15-1/2"

4 - 1x4 cut to width of smaller shelf

General Instructions: Please read through the entire plan and all comments before beginningthis project. It is also advisable to review the Getting Started Section.Take all necessary precautions to build safely and smartly. Work on aclean level surface, free of imperfections or debris. Always use straightboards. Check for square after each step. Always predrill holes beforeattaching with screws. Use glue with finish nails for a stronger hold.Wipe excess glue off bare wood for stained projects, as dried glue will

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not take stain. Be safe, have fun, and ask for help if you need it. Goodluck!

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Step 1

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Build leg supports using 2-1/2" self tapping screws and wood glue.

Since I was using the metal pipe closet rods, I installed them at thisstep.

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Step 2

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I cut all my shelving to the length of the closet. Then I threaded twoshelving boards on bottom shelf and two on second to top shelf.

I screwed the shelving boards to the outside leg supports, flush to theinside of the legs (will come back and add the middle shelving boards). Once the two outside leg supports were screwed down, I used a level toplace the remaining two legs, with the closet rod determining where thelegs should go.

Then I added the remaining shelving boards, screwing those down. Attach the outer shelving boards first, then evenly space the middletwo shelving boards. I used 1-1/2" screws here. Once everything wastied in, it was pretty secure, but just for added security, I also screwedthe shelving unit to the walls to prevent racking or forward tipping.

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Step 3

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Finally I simply measured the distance between the middle two legs, cuta shelving boards and more 2x4 shelf supports, and added twoadditional shelves.

Finishing InstructionsPreparation Instructions: Fill all holes withwood filler and let dry. Apply additional coats of wood filler as needed.When wood filler is completely dry, sand the project in the direction ofthe wood grain with 120 grit sandpaper. Vacuum sanded project toremove sanding residue. Remove all sanding residue on work surfacesas well. Wipe project clean with damp cloth. It is alwaysrecommended to apply a test coat on a hidden area or scrap piece toensure color evenness and adhesion. Use primer or wood conditioner asneeded.

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ana white - industrial style wood slat closet system with galvanized pipes - 2014-10-15

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