How To Hang Wall Shelves Without Brackets

Mark the tape not the wall.

How to hang wall shelves without brackets.

For longer wire shelves attach a bracket at least every 48 inches. The beauty of this is you can make them with no hardware. 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. Use a level and draw a very light pencil line where you want the top of the shelf to be.

They have a seamless and clean appearance seeming to float on the wall without any means of support. Position the shelf brackets against the wall along the bottom of the shelf. Have someone help you hold the shelf against the wall. Mark inside the holes so you know exactly where to insert the screws.

These floating shelves are strong too. Floating shelves can enhance any area. For less than 10 you could make 3 all of these. Shelves without brackets are commonly called floating or bracketless shelves.

If you want to hang floating shelf brackets use a stud finder to find the studs in the wall and drill into the stud where you want to hang your shelf. Without the brackets and clunky hardware you d find with store bought shelves or kits they seem to be suspended in midair. Next secure the bracket in the drilled hole and use a level to figure out where to drill a second hole for the second bracket. The first step in any shelf hanging shelf project is to locate the studs so you can anchor the shelf to the studs if possible.

These floating wall shelves are perfect for displaying your collectibles photos travel mementos or just about anything.