Building a basement bar

It took six months and there was a point in the middle of dry-walling when I thought we may perish but the bar is finally done! This post is going to be long. And it will have a lot of pretty bad p…

If I can do it, anyone can. Sure, I’m a guy who works with my hands - on a computer keyboard! I write novels, I don’t build furniture, and never thought I'd attempt a big Chicago rail oak home bar. I'm writing this to show if you want it bad enough, you can build a home bar. And I documented all my steps with photos.

I built a bar in my basement - Imgur

Many of us have cluttered or underutilized space in our garage or backyard. But sometimes those spaces can be turned into a relaxing retreat for friends and family. As the 2015 summer interns at Simpson Strong-Tie, we designed a DIY bar to make unused space a pleasant place to relax. The home bar is common in many kitchens or outdoor areas; however, this DIY bar opens a door for personalization. Whether you’re looking to create a DIY cocktail lounge in the garage, a full-scale tropical bar…

In this post I am going to show you step by step how to build your own home bar and show you the tricks the pro’s use in building bars for night clubs and restaurants. I will also show you mi…

A home bar sounds like a more difficult project than it is. Here we explain the process with the help of DIYers who did it successfully.

How to Build a Home Bar for Beginners with DIY Bar Plans: Home Bar Measurements: Front of the bar measures 8 feet long, left side that is attached to the wall is 5 feet and the right side is 3 feet. (The left and ride sides can be swapped if needed). • Digital PDF: Immediately after purchase you will have access to the DIY Bar Plans. If you have any trouble accessing plans, we respond in less than 24 hours! • Beginner Friendly Instructions: Guide to build a home bar frame, bar shelving, 2…

I wanted to create a rustic bar, but have it be functional. And I also really liked the look of the gray IKEA kitchen cabinets.

A basement bar can create a more inviting space for entertaining family and friends. Take a look to see how you too can create a basement bar on a budget.

Finally I have begun construction on the Brand Bar. The work schedule is high if I am to meet the 30/3/07 deadline. Apart from a couple of print outs and pictures, all the plans are in my head. Foolish? maybe. But so far so good, and precision is not the goal here, but obtaining some character that will hopefully grow with time. Layout in position, Base and first uprights & In position with Uprights attached Fitting of lower bench, Lower Bench fixed & 2nd half of lower Bench fixed Some good…