Installing Floating Shelf Safely And Securely Yourself

If you are hanging floating shelves by yourself, you need to make sure that they are installed well to avoid accidents. People often tend to think that since it is easy to install, there may not be any risks associated with it, but you could be wrong. If you do not mount it well, it might slide off and you may end up with some damaged products or someone could also end up getting injured. So, if you are planning to install the Floating Shelf by yourself, you can follow these safety tips: 

Mount Into Studs: One of the important aspects that you need to consider while mounting floating shelves is that walls are filled with ducting, electrical wire, and pipe. So, you need to be careful while mounting it, the ideal option is to mount the bracket and the mantel into studs. Another thing that you should keep in mind while mounting it in the studs is to be careful with the length of the screws, you do not want to use a screw that is too long as you might run into wires and pipe. 

Make Sure That You Have The Right Hardware: When you are installing floating shelves, you need to use the right hardware, such as a mantel, brackets, and fasteners. This hardware is made to use in such situations, so make sure to use them. The strength of the floating shelf will also depend on the hardware, so make sure that you do not buy cheap ones if you want quality and good performance. Do not go for cheaper ones, if you do not want to end up with a shelf that cannot carry much weight. Always opt for quality hardware, as they are worth paying for. 

Do Not Forget The Bracket: This should not be a reminder for an expert as it helps the shelves to stay still. But if you are doing a DIY job, you might end up forgetting it as it can all be confusing. You should make sure to secure the shelf with a bracket, as in case of earthquakes and other natural disasters, it will help the floating shelf not rattle too much. You can use screws or even silicon glue to lock down the floating shelf so that it does not move. 

Place It In A Safe Space:  When you are installing the shelves, place them in a safe space especially if you plan to place heavy items on them. Always opt for smart places, and if you are going to place heavy items, do not place them over the couch, TV, or as a headboard. However, it does not mean that you cannot mount floating shelves in these places, you still can, but avoid placing heavy items on such places to avoid injuries. This is a very important tip, especially if you live in a place that is prone to earthquakes. 

Here’s How To Install Floating Shelves:  Before you install the floating shelves, you need to do some preparation first. First off, measure and mark the space where you want the shelf to go, draw a line where the floating shelf will sit using a level. Once you have done all the marking, use a drill to drill holes into the wall to place the anchors. And following the instructions that you got in the package, insert the anchor into the hole, then align the bracket with the anchor and then screw it onto the wall using the anchor. Now, all that’s left to do is to slide the shelf into the bracket. 

If you are planning to install a floating shelf by yourself, you can follow these safety tips to install it safely and securely without any injuries.