How To Hang A Wall Shelf

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1 Tools you’ll need
 

Drill
Screws and rawl plugs
Spirit level
Measuring tape
Pencil
Screwdriver



2 Choose the location; what kind of wall?

For masonry walls, which are constructed from bricks and mortar, a hammer-action drill equipped with a masonry bit is necessary. Additionally, you'll require screws that are at least 50 mm long along with wall plugs to penetrate the plaster and reach the wall behind.

 In the case of stud partition walls, the screws should be inserted directly into the timber noggins (the horizontal pieces) or the vertical studs of the frame. You can locate these by tapping and listening for a sound change, or by using an electric stud detector.

 

. 3. Mark the drill holes

With one hand, lift the shelf onto the wall in the place where you want it to go

Mark your first pilot hole, push your pencil throught the hole in the top left bracket

Put the shelf down 

Drill your pilot hole in your pencil mark

Measure the distance between the hole in the left and right bracket

Use this measurement to mark the position of second drill hole

Use your spirit level to ensure both holes will be level


4. Fix the shelf on the wall

Lift the shelf with the spirit level atop on the wall and align the top left bracket with the left pilot hole

Drive the screw through the bracket hole and into the wall

Repeat the operation for the right bracket

Now you will have both hands free to repeat the operation for the bottom brackets

 

Now step back and admire!

 

 


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