Position the shelf on the wall.
How to hang shelves flush with wall.
Measure and mark the spaces on the wall on both ends of where you want the shelf to go.
Hold the level against the wall at the height you want the shelf.
If the bracket has openings along the top secure it to the bottom of the shelf by inserting screws into the holes and.
Then check the shelf to make sure it s sturdy and ready to bear the weight of whatever you put on top of it.
Remember that the top of the shelf will be above your marks.
With some setups the shelf rests on top of the brackets.
In most framing the studs are positioned so they are 16 inches apart measured on center.
How to hang a shelf with a keyhole.
Measure up from the floor to the height you want your shelf and mark this with a pencil on the wall.
Hang the shelf on the mounting brackets.
Using a level draw a discreet line in pencil across the wall to ensure that your shelf will sit.
So if your shelving unit has hanger brackets spaced 16 32 or 48 inches apart it may be possible to drive the support screws directly into the studs.
The most secure method is to drive the support screws directly into wall studs.
Try to install the screws into the studs or use heavy anchor fasteners.
Use screws to secure the cleat to the wall.
Lay the paper on the floor directly below the planned location of the shelf.
Cut a piece of butcher paper or thin cardboard a little longer than the shelf dimension.
Attach the cleat to the wall using 3 in 7 6 cm screws.
How to mount a shelf flush with a curved wall step 1.
Then install anchors or drive the screws into the studs and hang the shelf.
Adjust the level until the bubble is centered and mark the keyhole locations on the wall.
Using a level as.
Make two marks along.
Place the shelf on top of the bracket and make sure it s centered.
Use 2 3 screws depending on the length of your shelf.