Black Pipe Bookshelf | Build It | Ask This Old House
Ask This Old House general contractor Tom Silva creates a shelf using black plumbing pipe and butcher block. (See shopping list, tools, and steps below.) SUBSCRIBE to This Old House: http://bit.ly/SubscribeThisOldHouse Shopping List for How to Black Pipe Bookshelf: - Butcher block [https://amzn.to/2MV3rch] - Wipe-on polyurethane [https://amzn.to/2NR3VQ9] - 3/4” black pipes [https://amzn.to/2LlgmlB] - Spray-on lacquer [https://amzn.to/2I2JyMv] - 3/4” black pipe couplings [https://amzn.to/2LlgmlB] - 3/4” black pipe end caps [https://amzn.to/2LlgmlB - 3/4” black pipe floor flange [https://amzn.to/2LlgmlB] Tools for How to Black Pipe Bookshelf: - Table saw [https://amzn.to/2MWlu1w] - Hand plane [https://amzn.to/34qiAYI] - Portable drill press [https://amzn.to/2ZV7NSU] - Electric drill [https://amzn.to/2ZQS4nM] - Wrenches [https://amzn.to/2MXef9T] Steps for How to Black Pipe Bookshelf: 1. Use a table saw to rip the butcher block down the center. 2. Use the gauge block on the table saw to set your length and a crosscut guide to cut the butcher block to length. 3. Use a hand plane to ease out the edges. 4. Use a portable drill press to make holes in each corner of the butcher-block shelving pieces. 5. Sand down each piece of shelving. 6. For a finish, use a wipe-on polyurethane. Let it sit for about 3 hours, then put on a second coat. 7. Lightly sand down the black pipes to remove any residue. 8. Use spray-on lacquer to finish the pipes. Be sure to do this in an open area and use a mask. 9. With the pipes all dry, begin to assemble the shelf by placing the pipes through the holes on each side and tying them into the next piece using the couplings. 10. Snug up the connections with an open-end wrench. Tom used ¾ inch black plumbing pipe along with matching fittings that can be found at most home centers or plumbing supply stores. Tom finished the pipe using a spray on lacquer. For the shelving, Tom used Karlby oak butcher block purchased at Ikea [https://www.ikea.com/us/en/]. He finished it using a wipe on polyurethane made by Minwax [https://www.minwax.com/]. Build It: This Old House general contractor Tom Silva, This Old House host Kevin O’Connor, and special guests including Jimmy DiResta, take you through step-by-step DIY projects in this popular video series. From end-tables to cutting boards to wine racks to chicken coops and more, learn how to build from the best pros in the game. Segments include mention of all tools and materials needed to get the job done. Looking for more step by step guidance on how to complete projects around the house? Join This Old House Insider to stream over 1,000 episodes commercial-free. https://bit.ly/2GPiYbH Plus, download our app for streaming full episodes to your connected TV, phone or tablet: https://bit.ly/34RYEP5 Follow This Old House and Ask This Old House: Facebook: http://bit.ly/ThisOldHouseFB Twitter: http://bit.ly/ThisOldHouseTwitter http://bit.ly/AskTOHTwitter Pinterest: http://bit.ly/ThisOldHousePinterest Instagram: http://bit.ly/ThisOldHouseIG For more on This Old House and Ask This Old House, visit us at: http://bit.ly/ThisOldHouseWebsite Black Pipe Bookshelf | Build It | Ask This Old House https://www.youtube.com/user/thisoldhouse/
