Hanging Mantel Shelf On Wall

Put the mantel together.

Hanging mantel shelf on wall.

Hold the top cleat against the wall. Step 1 preparation. The most secure method to attach the mantel is to secure it using a cleat that secures to the wall. Floating shelf wall shelf mantel french country mantle primitive mantle mantle shelf shabby chic mantle.

You can then attach the mantel to the legs for security. Mantel shelf wood mounting cleat wall screws finish nails and instruction sheet are all included. Because of the weight you may need someone to help you lift the mantle from the floor and hold it in place. Well you re in luck because here they come.

Most mantels are placed about 60 above the floor. If the floating mantel will be mounted to drywall you will need to locate the wall studs and mount the mantel to those for additional support. Shipwreck wood cap shelf mantel. Make sure those marks are level centered and extend far enough to cover the mantel s length.

Use the 3 foot level to connect the dots and mark where to hang the cleats. Free standing whitewashed letter with lambs ear and cotton boll stem wall hanging mantel decoration. As another bonus mantel shelves are very simple to mount. Mark the grout line that is closest to the desired height.

Place a level on the mantel and adjust the mantel so it sits straight. Only 15 left in stock order soon. The most popular color. Step 3 trace the shelf of the mantle against the wall leaving a pencil line on the wall to mark the height of the mantle.

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Use your pencil to make marks at the corners and where the screws should be so that you will have an easier time properly placing the mantel later. Check out our wall mantels selection for the very best in unique or custom handmade pieces from our wall décor shops. Place marks on the grout line every 16. Step 1 hold the mantel above the fireplace at the height you wish to mount it at least 6 inches away from the firebox.

The most common hanging mantle shelf material is wood. Determine the height of the mantle on the brick fireplace. The ancient nordic people are best known for the ancient nordic people are best known for their warring prowess but too little emphasis is put on their craftsmanship. Mark the distance on the wall at several points inside the pencil scribe of the mantel s outline.