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Simple Plywood Bookshelf Plans

A 30″ × 36″ bookshelf cut from 3/4″ plywood with three fixed shelves and a 1/4″ back panel. One of the easiest furniture builds if you have a circular saw or track saw.

30″ W × 11.5″ D × 36″ H6 pieces19 screwsFurniture
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3D model of the plywood bookshelf
3/4″ plywood case with three shelves screwed through the sides and a 1/4″ back panel.

Cut list

Identical pieces are grouped. Lengths are finished lengths in inches.

QtyMaterialSizeCutsPieces
2×plywood11.3″ × 36″ (0.75″ thick)Square (90°)Sides
3×plywood11.3″ × 28.5″ (0.75″ thick)Square (90°)2× ShelvesTop
1×plywood30″ × 36″ (0.25″ thick)Square (90°)Panel

Lumber shopping list

Board counts are optimized from standard stock lengths and include a 1/8″ saw kerf per cut.

Tools you need

Assembly steps

  1. Frame Assembly
    2× Side (plywood, 11.3″ × 36″)
  2. Top & Finishing Assembly
    1× Bottom Shelf (plywood, 11.3″ × 28.5″) 1× Middle Shelf (plywood, 11.3″ × 28.5″) 1× Top (plywood, 11.3″ × 28.5″) 1× Back Panel (plywood, 30″ × 36″)
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FAQ

How much lumber do I need for this plywood bookshelf?

6 plywood / sheet panels (sizes in the cut list).

What screws should I use?

The plan uses 19 wood screws (2″, 1-1/4″). Use exterior-rated screws for outdoor builds.

Can I customize or modify this plan?

Yes. Open it in the free BenchBuild 3D studio to freely modify the model, resize parts, add pieces, or change lumber dimensions. Your cut list, board count and cost estimate update automatically.

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