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January 14, 2014

Rustic DIY Bathroom Shelving

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Last week, I shared my new DIY Towel Organizer for our master bathroom and today I have part 2 of that project. Even though this next project is actually for our half-bath downstairs the two pieces would work really well together in the same bathroom.  So today, I’m revealing our new Rustic DIY Bathroom Shelving.

DIY Bathroom Shelving

DIY Rustic Bathroom Shelves! Easy and inexpensive. via designdininganddiapers.com

Earlier this year I revealed that my word of the year for 2014 is FINISH. I have SO many projects/rooms that I have been working on for the past few months and I am really determined to get them all done. These new bathroom shelves are one of the few projects I have left to complete our half-bath makeover. I am really enjoying how they turned out and they add a lot of character to the tiny space.

DIY Rustic Shelving for the bathroom! designdininganddiapers.com

I kept the decor very minimalistic. I like crisp and clean spaces and didn’t want to add too much more for right now.

DIY Rustic Shelving! Perfect for a small bathroom via designdininganddiapers.com

And the best part is, they are SUPER easy to make. I mean, I’m tell you ANYONE can do it.

DIY Rustic Bathroom Shelving via designdininganddiapers.com

They are so simple to put together and are actually pretty inexpensive.

DIY SHELF Supplies:

– (2) Pieces of 20″ X 8″ Whitewood Planks

– (2) Packs of Black Shelving Brackets

– Minwax English Chestnut  StainD

–  Rustoleum Kona Stain

– Satin Polyurethane

DIY Wood Rack Barnwood Stain


The tutorial is actually really similar to the Towel Holder.  I started with a  20″ X 8″ X 1″ plank and stained it using a combination of Minwax English Chestnut  and Rustoleum Kona.

DIY Towel Rack Finish

I waited 24 hours for the stain to dry then did two coats of Minwax Satin polyurethane.

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I knew I wanted Black Shelving Brackets  and I ended up finding these at Target. Only $9.99 for both brackets!

When installing it to the wall, I tried to use the studs as much as possible. Due to the placement on my wall, I was only able to get one side secured to studs and the other into drywall. Just make sure you use the screws included in the kit.

DIY Rustic Bathroom Shelves! Easy and inexpensive. via designdininganddiapers.com

I used very minimal decorations on the shelf. A tall candle from Target, books and a grapevine sphere that I already had on hand, vintage basket from Amazon and a picture frame from Target.

Click here to see the full bathroom reveal

About Taryn Whiteaker

Taryn Whiteaker is the voice of style behind TarynWhiteaker.com (formerly Design, Dining and Diapers) ! Taryn is a previous PR/Marketing professional who got back to her creative roots after becoming a mom and now shares her passion for home decor and design for the world to see. Taryn lives in the greater Seattle area with her husband and three kids and loves coffee, the outdoors, and exploring with her family.

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  1. elyse says

    January 14, 2014 at 6:07 pm

    I love what you’ve done!! I have an idea very similar to this kind of shelving but I have old barn wood to use. Just wondering if you’ve ever worked with it and know if you need to treat the wood for pesticides before staining/finishing it?

    Thanks!!

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  2. christine says

    January 14, 2014 at 6:17 pm

    I love this look!! You have done such a great job on these brackets.. and made it look easy.

    You are such a great stylist too.. just enough stuff on them to look interesting! Thanks for the inspiration.

    Reply
  3. JaneEllen says

    January 14, 2014 at 6:48 pm

    Love your shelves, the black brackets are perfect with color of stains. Love how the two stains look together on the shelves. It looks so clean and tidy, not cluttered with what you have on shelves. Can I ask where you got that adorable little wire basket for your tp? I’ll have to take a page from your decorating, not put too much on a shelf (which I tend to do).
    Happy week

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  4. Lisa @ Practically Perfect Home says

    January 14, 2014 at 6:59 pm

    Hi Taryn! These shelves turned out so cute and I wondered if I could feature your tutorial on my blog this week?

    Reply
  5. Victoria says

    January 16, 2014 at 2:02 pm

    Very pretty! So simple and classy

    Reply
  6. Ashley Hamrick says

    January 17, 2014 at 6:04 pm

    I love this idea and love the wood look myself. I’ve thought about doing this in our bathroom as well and love the white accent you’ve added. Great Ideas!

    Newest follower, can’t wait to see more. If you don’t mind visiting back at http://www.southernwhim.blogspot.com, Id love it! Thanks!

    Reply
  7. Selene Galindo says

    January 17, 2014 at 10:50 pm

    Very pretty! Andyoure right,they’re so easy! We jus tmade some for my office space!
    Love the rustic feel they bring to any room!

    Reply
  8. Michelle says

    January 18, 2014 at 8:21 am

    Very cute! Love the accessories you chose also:)

    Reply
  9. Ashley@AttemptsAtDomestication says

    January 19, 2014 at 9:51 am

    These shelves look great! I love them and really need to add some shelves to my half bath!

    Reply
  10. Desiree @ The36thAvenue says

    January 19, 2014 at 6:28 pm

    Love it… Featuring you this week!

    Reply
  11. The Funny Sign says

    January 20, 2014 at 11:42 am

    I love this! What a great DIY project, plus the shelves’ simplicity is the best part. Great job!

    Reply
  12. Amy says

    January 21, 2014 at 3:51 am

    I am so excited! I have been wanting to put shelves in my sewing room, these will be perfect!! I am also going to steal your basket idea for TP storage in our bathroom.

    Thanks!
    xoxo
    Amy

    Reply
  13. camille davis says

    January 21, 2014 at 8:40 am

    love these.. may do this in our bathroom now.. so many things to finish.. lol

    Reply
  14. bridget b. says

    January 23, 2014 at 10:46 am

    I love this! I recently installed a pre-made shelf in my kiddos’ bathroom, but this idea was my runner up. I love the mixture of wood and metal.

    Reply
  15. Brandyn | Southern Distinctions says

    January 24, 2014 at 6:28 am

    Love these! I’m getting ready to do a very similar project in the rental house I’m working on. Thanks for the post~

    Reply
  16. Carmody says

    February 4, 2014 at 4:11 am

    This is a really pretty idea. It would totally work in my bathroom. Great photos too!

    Reply

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