DIY industrial open shelving. Boy, it has been a while since we completed a DIY project around our home. Since covid is still hanging around why not update some parts of our house while we are spending more time at home.
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I have been following the trend of open shelving in the kitchen and I wanted to bring that aspect to our kitchen as well. So, we decided to take an upper cabinet down and replace it with industrial open shelving
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Before
We had builder grade cabinets in our house, nothing special but they were functional. We emptied the cabinet and removed it from the wall. Don’t worry we will use it somewhere else instead of just throwing it out.
DIY Industrial Open Shelving
Supplies Needed
So, depending on how wide you would like your shelves may determine the width of your board and nipple pipe. I personally wanted a wider shelf because I wanted to store our plates on the open shelving.
The flange, nipple pipe, and cap create the structure that the board sits on as the photo above shows. We also added the U brackets to create a more solid foundation and decrease the movement of the shelves.
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Conclusion
This is a really easy project to add a touch of the industrial style to your home. It can be one shelf in a bathroom or three shelves like we did in our kitchen. The possibilities are endless.
I hope you found something to inspire you with a DIY project of your own. DIY industrial open shelving.
Leave a comment below what you thought of the project. Is it something you would do in your home?
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13 Comments
Tara Pittman
I love the open shelving look. The sad part is I would not be able to keep it organized.
Julia Hess
Same here. Luckily it has our dishes we use daily so I am optimistic that it will hopefully stay organized.
Amber Myers
I love this! I might have to do this in the kitchen. I could use the space.
Julia Hess
Such a great way to add some extra storage.
Fatima D Torres
I love the idea of open shelves. It makes your home feel more inviting.
Julia Hess
So true. Never thought of that aspect of the design. Thank you.
Lyosha
looks neat. I love open shelves it always looks more stylish in my eyes. Love it!
Julia Hess
I completely agree. Thank you!
Kat @The Hobbit Hold
Good to know that there is an actual name for this style. I call it “the modern brew pub” decor, lol! I really like this style, it has given my kitchen a whole new feel.
Julia Hess
Haha I like that name better.
Britt K
These look incredible! The cabinet was nice for builder’s grade, but the open shelving looks so much better. It’s such a great way to show a little personality and style. I’ve always loved the way that open shelving looks in any room, whether it’s industrial-style shelving like this or something else. This has me seriously considering taking on a little DIY here myself lol
Julia Hess
Thank you. Gives it so much more personality. I would love to see your finished product if you do!
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