How to Build a Blackboard Wine Rack

The DIY project not only adds wine storage to your kitchen, but also a handy chalkboard. Build a blackboard wine rack in your kitchen with these instructions.

Highlights:

Step 1: Cut Side Pieces for Unit
Step 2: Cut Back Piece
Step 3: Assemble Frame
Step 4: Cut Top and Bottom Pieces
Step 5: Cut PVC Tubing
Step 6: Attach PVC Tubes
Step 7: Prime Unit
Step 8: Apply Chalkboard Paint
Step 9: Add Finishing Trim

Step 1: Cut Side Pieces for Unit

Begin with birch plywood cut at your desired height. Measure and cut both pieces of plywood to width. The width should be the length of one wine bottle or about 14 inches.

Step 2: Cut Back Piece

Measure the width of your PVC pipe and the thickness of your plywood. Add these amounts and cut a piece of plywood for the back at that width.

Step 3: Assemble Frame

Assemble box frame for wine rack using wood glue, following with screws.

Step 4: Cut Top and Bottom Pieces

Cut pieces of plywood to fit for top and bottom. Attach the top piece.

Step 5: Cut PVC Tubing

Using a miter saw, cut your PVC tubing into pieces the length of one wine bottle plus 1/4 inch.

Step 6: Attach PVC Tubes

Slip PVC tubes into the box (Image 1). Add the bottom piece of plywood (Image 2). Secure PVC tubes by screwing through the back piece using 1/2” screws.