How to Make a DIY Tiered Organizer

Last updated September 7, 2023
Presented by Anika Gandhi of Anika's DIY Life.
A DIY tiered organizer is a great addition to any home. Read this guide for instructions on how to make your own wooden DIY tiered organizer with a few simple tools and materials.
Difficulty:
Beginner
Duration:
2-4 hours
Table of Contents
Cut and Attach
Finish the Frame
Space the Trays
Attach the Back Leg
Attach the Final Piece
Finish and Enjoy
Cut and Attach

Cut List:
- (1) 1x4 board at 15 inches
- (1) 1x6 board at 15 inches
- (1) 1x8 board at 15 inches
- (6) 1x2 board at 16 1/2 inches
- (2) 1x2 board at 18 inches
- (2) 1x2 board at 18 3/4 inches
- (2) 1x2 board at 3 1/2 inches
- (2) 1x2 board at 5 1/2 inches
- (2) 1x2 board at 7 1/2 inches
Attach the short 1 x 2 boards to the respective wide 15-inch boards using wood glue and finish nails.
Finish the Frame

- Attach the 15-inch 1 x 2 boards to the long sides of the wide boards using wood glue and finish nails.
- If you do not have a nailer, use 1 1/4-inch trim head screws for any of these steps.
- Remember to pre-drill holes to prevent splitting.
- Repeat for the three wide boards. This makes three
trays or shelves.
Space the Trays

- Create a template for the tray spacing on a table using masking tape and align the tray over it.
- The trays are 16 inches apart from each other.
Attach the Back Leg

Align the 18-inch long 1 x 2 with the trays and attach using wood glue and finish nails to form the back leg.
Attach the Final Piece

- Attach the 18 3/4-inch long 1 x 2 at a slanted angle.
- It is aligned with the top and 3/4 inches from the edge of the middle and bottom shelf.
Finish and Enjoy

- Fill nail holes with wood putty and paint or stain in color of your choice.
- Use as an organizer in any space!
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