You Too Can Make This Modern Ladder Shelf Using Basic Materials

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Wood and metal ladder with magazines next to plant and wood sideboard

Would you believe it if we told you that this Instagram-worthy ladder shelf was made using practically nothing but a couple of cheap wood boards and towel bars? Well, we're proving it today with a quick five step tutorial that will outfit your home with the perfect way to display for your favorite books and magazines! Scroll on for all the DIY details.

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Things You'll Need

  • 1-inch-by-2-inch-by-4-feet wooden boards, ( 2 )

  • 24-inch towel bars, ( 3 )

  • Level

  • Marker or pen

  • Measuring tape

  • Power drill

  • Drill bits and driver

  • Manual screwdriver

Wood boards, metal towel bars, measuring tape, power drill, level, sharpie

Step 1

Lay out the wood boards on a flat surface against a level. Place your first towel bar across the two boards, then measure and mark placement for the hardware.

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Wood boards with black towel rods with sharpie, measuring tape, level

Step 2

Set the level and towel bar aside, and pre-drill holes for the hardware using the marks you made in Step 1.

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Power drill with wood boards

Step 3

Attach hardware using the screws that came with your towel bar.

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Step 4

Attach the towel bar, then repeat the steps for the other two bars.

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Wood board with black towel rod and red screwdriver

Step 5

Simply lean the ladder against the wall to finish! You can use it to display and store things like books, magazines, and even blankets.

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Wood and metal ladder with magazines next to potted plant and wood sideboard
Wood and metal ladder with magazines

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