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.
Step 7

Prime Unit
Prepare the wine rack for painting by filling the screw holes with putty and sanding the unit thoroughly. Paint with primer.
Step 8

Apply Chalkboard Paint
After primer has dried, add a coat of chalkboard paint using a foam roller. Wait 24 hours before applying a second coat.
Step 9

Add Finishing Trim
Finish the unit with pre-painted wood trim.