Screw through the cleat and into the wall with 2½-inch screws. Use a small level to adjust the placement. If that’s not an option, drywall anchors can also be used to add strength. It’s best to screw the cleat into a wall stud, which can be found using a stud finder. To hang the shelf, first mark its location. Step 13: Mount the cleat on the wall Jenn Largesse Step 12: Assemble the cleat Jenn LargesseĪpply wood glue to the end of each leg, and then drive 2½-inch wood screws through the cleat and into each leg.
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Step 11: Prep the cleat for assembly Jenn LargesseĪttach the 2×2 legs to the cleat by first drilling two pilot holes through the cleat and into each leg. Lastly, to make the cleat that will attach directly to the wall and hold the shelf in place, cut the 2×2 pieces to size (see cut list above). Step 10: Cut the cleat pieces Jenn Largesse Using a drill/driver, drive 1¼-inch wood screws through the shelf’s top and bottom and into the 1×2’s to hold the layers securely in place. Step 9: Assemble the Shelf Parts Jenn Largesse Step 8: Apply the Glue Jenn LargesseĪpply a coat of wood glue between the layers. To hold the layers together, first drill pilot holes through the shelf’s top and bottom pieces and into the 1×2’s.
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Sandwich the assembled 1×2’s between the 1×8 top and bottom of the shelf. Step 6: Layout the shelf parts Jenn Largesse Step 5: Secure the spacers Jenn Largesseĭrive 1¼-inch wood screws through the longer 1×2 pieces and into the ends of the shorter 1×2 pieces to hold the pieces in place. Step 4: Apply glue Jenn LargesseĪpply wood glue to the ends of the shorter 1×2 pieces. First assemble the 1×2 pieces by drilling two pilot holes through the longer piece into each shorter pieces. With the shelf piece cut, we’re ready to assemble the shelf box. Step 3: Prep the 1x2 Spacers Jenn Largesse
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Using the cut list above, cut the 1 x 2 front and side pieces to length. Step 1: Cut the shelf to length Jenn LargesseĬut two pieces from the 1 x 8 boards to the width of the shelf, which for this project is 24 inches. I’ll also be using a sander to smooth my edges, but you can also just use a sanding sponge.
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Download the Plans Steps for Building a Floating Shelfįor this DIY floating shelf project, I’m using stock boards from the home center, a miter saw to cut them to length, and a drill/driver to assemble the pieces with screws and wood glue.