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How to build a hallway organiser with Ryobi

By Bunnings magazine May/ June 2023

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Overview

An organised hallway can help your home run more smoothly. For this D.I.Y. project, all you need is a weekend and some Ryobi tools.

Start by deciding where you’d like to hang your organiser and how long it needs to be. This will be based on how wide your wall space is and what works best for your organisational needs.

Safety tip: Always wear the appropriate safety equipment (safety glasses, gloves, ear muffs and a mask, for example) and always follow the instructions for the product or equipment.

Steps

  1. 1

    Measure and cut the backing board

    Measure up a piece of timber and cut the back piece of the organiser to size using your Ryobi 18V ONE+ HP™ Brushless Circular Saw.
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  2. 2

    Mark out the backing board curves

    Next, create curved ends on your backing board. Using a curved edge (a bowl, for example), mark out the curves and cut them using the Ryobi 18V ONE+ HP™ Brushless Jigsaw.

    To avoid splinters and a rough edge, sand it down using a Ryobi 18V ONE+ Random Orbital Sander. Now you have the perfect base to work off.

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  3. 3

    Measure and cut the shelf

    To create the shelf, use a square ruler to mark where each arch starts on both ends. The distance between these two points is the length of the shelf you’ll need to cut.

    Mark this measurement onto another piece of timber and cut a straight line on each end. Finish it off by giving it a sand, the same way you did with the curves.

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  4. 4

    Attach the shelf to the backing board

    Attach the shelf to the backing board. Measure the width of the backing board and divide it in two. Draw a line down the centre of the board; this is where you’ll attach the shelf.

    Next, place the shelf directly over the centre of this line. Grab a pencil and mark the top and bottom of the shelf timber on the backing board. This will help you work out where to pre-drill the holes you’ll use to attach it.

    Measure 9mm down from the top line and pre-drill holes through the backing board. Apply some PVA glue onto the edge of the shelf and screw it to the backing board using 10g 75mm timber screws.

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  5. 5

    Mark out the spacing for the dowel hooks

    Work out the number of dowel hooks you’d like and determine the spacing you’d like between them. Mark out where they’ll go and pre-drill 4mm holes in the backing board. Draw a straight line before you drill to ensure they’re all in line.

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  6. 6

    Measure and cut dowel to length

    To work out the length of the dowel, measure the width of the shelf and divide this in half. This will be the length of the dowel. Cut them to size using a drop saw for a clean cut. Pre-drill holes in the centre of each dowel. Glue and screw each dowel into place on the backing board.
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  7. 7

    Mark and install metal hooks

    Once the shelf and dowel hooks are attached, it's time to add the smaller metal hooks. Mark where you’d like them to go, drawing a line with a pencil to ensure they’re straight.

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    Tip: Make sure you leave enough room between each hook for the items you’d like to hang.
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  8. 8

    Prepare the French cleat

    To hang your organiser neatly and flush with the wall, you’ll need to create a French cleat. Use a piece of 85mm x 19mm hardwood and cut a mitre down the middle using the Ryobi 18V ONE+ mitre saw. The two pieces you’re left with will form the French cleat. Cut them both 200mm shorter than the length of your backing board so that they’re neatly tucked away.

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    Screw on the French cleat

    Screw once piece of the cleat onto the back of the organiser with the mitre facing inwards and down.

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  10. 10

    Hang it up

    Find the studs in your wall using the Ryobi stud finder with AC detection and mark the height you’d like the organiser to sit at. Allow for the distance between the top of the organiser and the bottom of the cleat, then draw a line on the wall where the other half of the cleat will go. Remember to use a spirit level to ensure the line is straight. Lastly, screw the cleat into the wall studs and make sure the screws aren’t sticking out.

    Some products are not available at all Bunnings stores, but may be ordered.

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Health & Safety

Asbestos, lead-based paints and copper chromium arsenic (CCA) treated timber are health hazards you need to look out for when renovating older homes. These substances can easily be disturbed when renovating and exposure to them can cause a range of life-threatening diseases and conditions including cancer. For information on the dangers of asbestos, lead-based paint and CCA treated timber and tips for dealing with these materials contact your local council's Environmental Health Officer or visit our Health & Safety page.

When following our advice in our D.I.Y. videos, make sure you use all equipment, including PPE, safely by following the manufacturer’s instructions. Check that the equipment is suitable for the task and that PPE fits properly. If you are unsure, hire an expert to do the job or talk to a Bunnings Team Member.