Use a standard level to make sure it s placed in a straight line then lightly mark the wall with a pencil on both ends.
How to mount shelves on louvered wall.
From leveling to anchoring here are 10 tips to make sure your next shelf hanging project is quick easy and strong.
Try to install the screws into the studs or use heavy anchor fasteners.
Use a stud finder to locate the 2 wall studs closest to your chosen spot.
Remove the shelf and the brackets from the wall.
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Mark inside the holes so you know exactly where to insert the screws.
Position the shelf brackets against the wall along the bottom of the shelf.
Use 2 3 screws depending on the length of your shelf.
Attach the cleat to the wall using 3 in 7 6 cm screws.
Position the standard at the height you wish it to be to support the shelves and mark where the first hole in.
We ll show you tips for hanging and installing everything from store bought display shelves to diy closet shelves and even if you don t have any shelf projects in the near future you ll find leveling and anchoring tips here that you can use on other.
Diy expert craig phillips shows how to hang floating shelves on a stud wall in this step by step video.
Hold the first standard on the wall over the mark designating the middle of the stud.