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here's my cheap method for building shelving that's strong, of course this does take some time. buy a bunch of 1 X 2's, depending on the depth of the shelf you'll have to calculate the size of the spacers (spacers are cutup 1 X 2's), don't go over 2 inches. set a 1 X 2 down (on end), measure every two foot and screw a spacer to it, then set another 1 X 2 and screw a spacer to it but stagger the two foot, then screw that 1 X 2 to the first set of spacers, keep going til you get your depth. make some angles using 1X3' (with braces that stand on end), mount the braces, then throw the grill looking shelf you've made on top and screw in from below. 1/4 inch luan will make a nice smooth top and it's not prices to bad. The plywood doesn't have to be think because you've made a support system for it. rip it down and throw it on. The average cost for an 8 foot long shelf, 16 inches deep is about $20 bucks, and it'll hold together, right now i have a 12" radial arm saw and a 12" chop saw on mine, as well as tons of misc. crap...
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