Depending on how the shelf is installed they may be on the back edge on the top or bottom of the shelf nearest the wall.
Problem solving shelfs that wont hang on wall.
When preparing the walls make sure you use abrasive paper instead of wire wool or a wire brush.
Double shear joist hanger connection figure 4.
Use a drill to drill into the stud where you d like to hang your shelf.
Again use big long screws into the studs.
Then hang the shelf on the dowels.
Use wood screws that are long enough to really bite into the wood maybe 1 1 2 inches.
Slide the shelf over the cleat then use some finish nails to hold the shelf to the cleat.
Use screws into one stud and use anchors for the other support s.
This will stabilize the shelf quite a bit compared to anchors alone.
Make sure you are using the right kind of strip for the surface and location you want to apply it on.
To create the first hole for your special bracket use a 0 25 inches 0 64 cm drill bit to get started.
Be sure you anchor the shelf into studs and not just sheetrock.
I use a simple electronic stud finder and mark the spot on each side several times up and down the wall.
While terminology and techniques vary from region to region.
Perhaps the best bet is to drill the studs for dowels that are at least 1 thick.
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Heel and toe figure 5.
Once you ve created a small hole switch to a 0 5 inches 1 3 cm bit and drill a hole for the bracket making sure not to drill too deep.
Treat the wall with fungicide if damp is a problem and if you think cold is an issue you can line the wall with expanded polystyrene.
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If the problem is severe you will have to strip the wallpaper and redecorate.
Sheetrock won t hold weight.
This will also normally be quite strong.
Locate the mounting screws on the floating shelf.
Overturning forces figure 3.
Taper cutting horizontal members over the past 25 years as a builder building inspector and lumber industry representative i ve inspected a great deal of framing all over the country.
Figures 1 5 figure 1.
Overturning forces figure 2.
The regular command strips work well in most indoor locations while the clear strips work best on very smooth surfaces.
You might want to have several supports if it is a long shelf.
Glue dowels into the studs and let the glue cure.
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If you re planning to hang something outside or in your bathroom be sure to get the strips rated for outdoor use or bathroom use.
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