[Shop-talk] Levels

[Mark Andy]

Howdy,

On Fri, 12 Sep 2008, Brian Warrick wrote:
> I had thought of some of the pre-fab kits, but a buddy of mine gave me 
> three pieces of particle board shelving 2' wide by 8' long.  I have some 
> assorted 2x4's sitting around, so I am mostly set for materials.  Plus, 
> I would like the experience, even with something so simple.

Having been there and done that, my only real suggestion is to rip the 
2x4s to make 2x2's.  They won't get in the way as much & will still handle 
about any amount of weight you'll be able to get on a shelf.

You can rip them with just a skillsaw... We're not talking finish 
carpentry here.

Mark