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A shallow wall-mounted row of nine angled cubbies — for mail, papers, or a kid's daily slots. Built from 1x3 and 1x2 with a spacer block for even bays.
| Part | Qty | T × W × L | Material | ✓ |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Back/front long rails | 4 | 3/4" × 2 1/2" × 38 3/4" | 1x3 | ☐ |
| Long trim rails | 2 | 3/4" × 1 1/2" × 38 3/4" | 1x2 | ☐ |
| Dividers One end cut at 45°, long-point measurement. | 9 | 3/4" × 2 1/2" × 7 1/4" | 1x3 | ☐ |
| Item | Qty | ✓ |
|---|---|---|
| 1x3, 8 ft Bottom, dividers, front and back rails. | 3 each | ☐ |
| 1x2, 8 ft Trim rails. | 1 each | ☐ |
| Brad nails, 1-1/4 in and 2 in | 1 box | ☐ |
| Wood glue | 1 bottle | ☐ |
| Paint or finish and numbers | 1 each | ☐ |
Overall cost: $. Lumber varies by region, species, and season, so we give a band rather than a figure.
Tools: Brad Nailer, Miter Saw, Speed Square. Materials: 1x3, 8 ft, Brad nails, 1-1/4 in and 2 in, Wood glue
Cut a scrap 1x3 to 4" and use it as a spacer block. Nail the nine dividers to the bottom board, spaced 4" apart with the block. If your nailer struggles (a battery nailer that needs a hard push can be awkward here), mark the holes, predrill, and attach with screws instead. Don't forget glue.
Tools: Brad Nailer. Materials: 1x3, 8 ft, Brad nails, 1-1/4 in and 2 in, Wood glue
Keeping the 4" spacing at the top with your block, attach the back boards to the dividers and bottom with 2" finish nails and glue. As you near the top, switch to 1-1/4" nails — the 45° miter doesn't leave enough material for a 2" nail to clear.
Tools: Brad Nailer, Level, Random Orbit Sander. Materials: 1x3, 8 ft, 1x2, 8 ft, Brad nails, 1-1/4 in and 2 in, Wood glue, Paint or finish and numbers
Nail the front boards on, again using the 4" block as a guide so every bay stays even. Sand smooth, finish or paint, and add numbers (paint, vinyl, or tags). Mount to the wall studs, level.