Ladder Shelving
Use designer Kenneth Wingard’s instructions for creating unique shelving from old ladders.
Materials
(2) 5-foot wooden stepladders
(4) 1”x12”x8’ plywood — to be used as shelves
Decorator’s tape
Spray paint and primer in one — color of your choice
Painter and primer in one — semi-gloss — color of your choice
Paint roller
Paint tray
Tape measure
Drill with 1/8-inch drill bit
Phillips screwdriver
(16) 1 1/2-inch wood screws
Instructions
Preparing the Ladders and Shelves:
- Apply decorator’s tape to any metal parts of the stepladders to mask them from spray paint in the next step
- In a well-ventilated area, spray paint both stepladders the color of your choice. Allow paint to dry, and then apply a second coat. Allow paint to dry before moving on to the next step
- Paint the four shelving boards the color of your choice using a paint roller and semi-gloss paint. Allow paint to dry, and then apply a second coat of paint. Allow the second coat to dry before moving on to the next step
Assemble the Shelving Unit:
- Place the ladders side by side with their feet and the paint shelves touching each other
- Slide the shelves through the steps of both ladders on each level, and then place one shelf over the top steps
- Use a tape measure to make sure the shelves are centered on the ladders and the overhang is equal on both sides
- To hold the shelves in place, drill two pilot holes through the underside of each step and into the bottom of the shelf. Secure the shelves in place with 1 1/2-inch wood screws

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