How to Install Floating Shelves/DIY Floating Shelves

How to Install Floating Shelves/DIY Floating Shelves
In this video I show you step by step how to properly install a floating shelf. Floating shelfs shouldn’t look like drooping old person skin they should stand at attention and salute a job well done. With this video you will have the knowledge needed to make that happen!
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[@cindyallen8116]

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[@gabrielcabrera4379]

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[@joanbroadhurst3163]

I’m a new woodworker- learning great tips from you. I’m planning on building floating shelves/drawers in my garage shop. You are very knowledgeable with a warm personality. PS I’m a 70 year old woman who has always been a tomboy. Now I’m a tomboy with a table saw. Lol

[@BossLady_Profits]

You go girl!

[@TheDianapowell]

Slow and easy explanation. No music which is great when learning. A+

[@johnhaubner1889]

As a long-time teacher, I am super-impressed with your VERY clear explanation and teaching stye. You could jump into a classroom and be a star(but of course, you already are). Would be a blast to take a class with you. Kudos Jason!

[@mule666]

Very calm and clear explanations with no irritating music this made me subscribe

[@dangnify]

Nice video. I used a similar approach but different in that no pre fabbed brackets are needed just a couple pieces of all thread. Layout the center of the studs. I used at least 2 for shorter shelves three or more for longer heavier shelves. Drill holes sized for the root diameter of the threads. Double nut the all thread at one end and turn them in with a wrench. Drill holes in the edge of the shelves, centered of course on the thickness of the shelf and sized for the outside diameter of the threaded rods plus 1/32". As in your case, holes must be carefully laid out and drilled perpendicular, and to the correct depth. I went about 2.5" in to the wall stud. No drywall needs to be removed so actual hole depth is about 3" from the finished wall surface. One other thing, before fitting the shelf to the all thread, its a good idea to place the shelf on top of the studs to see if scribing is necessary. Some walls aren't perfect, if you can believe that. thaks

[@catfishcave379]

“Cut away the drywall and mount directly on the stud” - and the fog cleared and I never saw the world the same again; new options lay before me everywhere I looked.

[@josephsummers1148]

O...M...G...I've seen the light!!!! I know right!

[@scottrose5922]

This is so awesome. I am thankful for anyone that shares their thoughts, gifts, talents and their videos. Thank you!!

[@gjstevens1141]

lol yeah...unfortunately I live in an apartment and I'm pretty sure they'd be pretty dang pissed if I cut a square out of the drywall. XD

[@jenniferb5540]

I just shared this with my husband and he nodded approvingly and he never does that. I see much fun in our future.

[@someguynj]

@@gjstevens1141 A little wad of paper towels and some spackle before you move out and they'll never know. As long as you match the paint.

[@roylec]

Love you’re teaching style. Very clear and all the good tips. I watched this because I do -exactly- the same thing, even have my own brackets made up by a local welder - very similar to yours but a longer tail on the plate to help prevent leverage issues. In the UK most walls are plaster on brick, but I still strip the plaster back to sit the plate on brick. I backfill and decorate before measuring and drilling the shelves. I also make solid shelves which you could park a truck on!

[@sawoodworker464]

Just a work of caution to check for wiring and/or plumbing running through wall studs. These are typicality run through bored holes in the middle of studs. The 2” screws will short a wire or puncture a pipe if present. Good info on installing the floating shelf.

[@davepayne2024]

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[@Axertion]

If it's done right, there should be a nail plate preventing a nail or screw from entering that stud. But that might not always be the case

[@tmm4800]

@@Axertion nail plates are only required if the wire is less than 1-1/4” from the face of the stud. National electrical code.

[@duncanmacleod7283]

Don't know about US regs, but in UK, you wouldn't be allowed to run non-conduited cable horizontally at that height as it's not a designated 'safe zone'. That said, you can't be sure that some nutter hasn't done so!

[@asmith7876]

I have a stud finder with a voltage sensor. It won't find a water pipe though! Better hope someone built it to code but you know how that goes.

[@billymessimer9854]

This guy is awesome, he isn't just great with woodworking but he is very good on taking you step by step on the procedures and he always seems to be having fun doing it.

[@valeriepanzarella921]

Amazing that you can make even ME feel like I can do this!!! You’re calm yet energetic, and smooth at teaching, yet funny!! I’m a new subbie, and SO EXCITED for more ideas and videos....thanks so much Jason!!!!

[@katelynschmidt5]

I loved everything about this video - watchable length, great technique, linked tools, delivered by a lovely personality. Thanks for the video! Super helpful!

[@eco_guardian]

He's easy on the eyes to, isn't he?

[@jjg3kmt]

Great video as always! This is super helpful for me. We are hanging five floating shelves in our house, and this video couldn't have been better timing.

[@pamelakasper6212]

Great video. I learn’t a lot.

[@chrisdemeglio7983]

Jason, all ur videos have a different flair to them. I enjoy ur clowning around while getting ur point across but also really like the plain and simple instructional videos like this.

[@dulcecasitas3056]

Excellently presented and produced. Clear step-by-step directions and no loud teeny-bop music. Thank you.

[@suearmstrong3404]

Love the tip about cutting away the drywall.. makes perfect sense you will get more stability securing to the stud.

[@ARSENALS-cn8mv]

THIS BUDDY DESCRIBES VERY PERFECTLY NOW I KNOW HOW TO DO DIS..THANX BRO

[@josephjones1455]

I like your sense of humor, it makes me want to watch more of your videos. 👍

[@doalex2085]

Ironworker Doug here; glad I came , come that sounds wired, across your channel, love the boat 🚣‍♀️ videos , but this floating shelf one , get it floating,Lol , like it a lot! I’m going to weld up 🆙 a lot of those puppies , incorporate my iron working skills with my new wood working hobby skills. Thanks for your videos !!!

[@CountyLineCarvings]

Awesome breakdown of a Solid / Simple Layout - for great shelving Potential to ALL! Thanks for another rad video ...

[@Bourbonmoth]

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[@frosiaburlakova7732]

I am so glad I found this video, I have these floating shelf brackets from Rockler and was planning on attaching them to the studs through the dry wall. Thank you for pointing out the obvious - duh, drywall will crush.

[@beckyhept2855]

Thank you. I have been trying to figure out how to add 3" thick white cedar shelves to my wall. If I used underneath brackets they wouldn't be spaced evenly. Now I am so excited to try this. Your explanation on how to do this was spot on. Thank you for sharing your talent.

[@ChrisHornberger]

This has GOT to be the video that landed you the TV show opportunity. This was some textbook "how-to" style stuff. :)

[@joyosmanski6326]

This video is fantastic. Clear, concise, and I so appreciate you demonstrating each step clearly and logically. I'm about to attempt floating shelves and feel much more confident after watching this. Thank you.

[@roanokejoe]

How did your project go? Did you use a kit?

[@jeandsheart1]

Wow anything. Ty

[@jeandsheart1]

Oh pls send me the link for the brackets

[@junangeles]

I was curious how those floating shelves hang seamlessly on walls. Glad to have found your video. Great informational video bud.

[@ryveralexander8511]

I saw lots of floating shelves,BUT this is the very Best I've seen so far!! In my tiny book, Dude you RULE!!!

[@williamlouden]

Great Video. Have a client who wants these installed and for my first time this gave me all the information I need to do the job confidently.

[@northmountaintimbercraft2093]

Just a little tip I like to do - I fabricate my metal base plates as 1.5” round. Hole saw but goes much easier to hide the plate in the shelf then router/ chisel combo. Love your channel!

[@josephfiganiak]

@bourbonmothwoodworking this tutorial is great and I appreciate you making it. Just a word of warning if you aren’t going to have custom made brackets to exact measurements and are using stock lumber (1.5” thick), the brackets you buy online (I purchased the ones in his description) you will have gaps above and below your shelf that you will need to patch as the brackets are just slightly larger than the lumber. Everything about the tutorial is spot on though, even when you are wingin it and find your drywall is held up by furring strips on concrete and you gotta adjust on the fly 😂.

[@geode232]

Did you mount the supports against the 3/4 furring strips or to the masonry? Did you have CMUs or solid concrete? Thanks for any advice...

[@shortstoriesbyjerry870]

Enjoyed your shelf repair. Wish I could talk that good.

[@reeferkal]

you are awesome! i like your style man. not boring.. informative.. and with humor!

[@kenerickson4923]

I bought a bunch of floating shelf brackets a few years ago at a Rockler store. I'm happy with them.

[@dancingfrogsxb1276]

If I'm fitting floating shelves to brick or blocks I use half inch threaded rods tapped in to the wall and shelf, works fine into studs too.

[@kiedobull7251]

Hey, I'm looking to hang some floating shelves in the kitchen into a concrete wall. Do you use an anchor or epoxy to hold the rod into the brick? Any tips would be appreciated

[@dancingfrogsxb1276]

@@kiedobull7251 just a reasonably tight fitted rod into the wall and shelf should be enough, I use some tiny wooden splinters if I have too. Just remembered you may want to remove the shelf at some point which can be hard enough without glue, sorry for the late reply

[@kiedobull7251]

@@dancingfrogsxb1276 Thanks for getting back to me

[@stacieskelley]

That was the clearest explanation I've seen yet on how to get those right. Imma following

[@cfestudios7032]

I've been looking for a reputable person to tell me how to do this. Glad you have a video on it!

[@ortneybrown4320]

Where have you been all of my life? Cut away the dry wall, Brilliant!!! Love you man😘

[@owlheadwoodco.3756]

I'm a simple man. I see a new Bourbon Moth video - I click it. Great video - thanks for the tips.

[@Tom9367]

they look great, now all I need is to practice until I can install them as you do! Thank you for this video!

[@bigd7861]

I like lag bolts. Pre-drill the holes to the shank diameter and desired depth, so as not to split the stud. If using solid boards, cut the heads off, then drill the shelf to the desired depth. Slide on the shelf. If using a box design, drill the back shelf board, leave the heads on, and mount the bolts through and into the pre-drilled stud. Then, slide the rest of the shelf over the back board and secure it to the back from the bottom. Can also use this method to create floating drawers too. 👍

[@pbodymathis]

Good idea, have you made a gig to keep them perpendicular to the wall?

[@bigd7861]

@@pbodymathis I just use a speed square and level across them.

[@murlhennigan3456]

You just rock. completed the cabinet 3 part series as well, now ready to start my kitchen. Everything is now so straight forward for me. Will be building my box joint jig from your video first. I absolutely love the company logo and video intro music.

[@jbb5470]

Great video and first class way to install. Never have seen it done this way, the best for sure! Thanks for posting

[@johnnyking2965]

Never thought about cutting out the drywall.. Great tip and make a ton a sense.

[@Jeffrey91423]

Agreed but you definitely need the oscillating saw you can buy them from Harbor freight for as little as $20!

[@eddaeges9309]

I've seen adds for these shelves but never cutting the drywall out. Great idea. Keep up the great videos.

[@darthuhlenhopp]

Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge. I am always a big fan of sharing knowledge with others. We would all be in a much better place generally speaking if more people did that. The wife has some honey dos for me and this is extremely helpful.

[@hussainwalli867]

Great video, awesome explanation. Drilling that perfectly straight hole looks way easier now

[@billymacmakes]

Those steel brackets are great - but be careful with a 2"+ screw - there could be wires or water pipes that run through the centre of the studs (code allows for this, meaning it could be as close as 1 3/8" away from the front edge!) Nailplates would likely only be used if the hole was closer than than 1 1/4" from the front, so the long screw is strong, but a tiny bit of a gamble if you're not sure what's back there!

[@chandler3992]

Hey contractor here. You'll know if there's wire or pipe running through something typically wire is not run any higher than 18" for outlets and approximately 42" for a switch. If wire is being run it will be about level with the outlets. Typically wire is run down the side of a 2×4. So in other words you will not hit a wire unless your electrician was on crack. As for pipes the only pipes you should find in a wall should be around anything that requires water. Pipes are run basically from a to b "path of least resistance". Here in Florida it's buried in concrete or run through the ceiling down to your bathrooms and kitchens.

[@roanokejoe]

@@chandler3992 I know a lot of electricians who are on crack, though. 😁

[@SpenserFL]

@@chandler3992 Thanks for the tip, this is always something I worry about. Would you say this also applies to apartment buildings? My worry is about anything that may be run vertically for the units above or below. I would guess not, but really I have no idea.

[@chandler3992]

@@SpenserFL normally yes but I can't say every apartment follows code because I know some real slum lord's down here in Florida who look for the cheapest guy. Generally speaking though they will follow the same guide lines I gave.

[@TheRevvyb]

Thanks for showing us amateurs how to do this! I know so little about renovations and/or repairs!

[@katdevogelaere]

Yep, you just saved me a whole mess of trouble. Drilling those holes for the brackets to fit in the shelf first seemed like the right direction but I knew something in the installation was going to be the downfall.

[@jefff6167]

You’ve got a great channel going Mr. Moth. I appreciate your humor and laid back style. I wish happiness and success in all you do.

[@paulettewilliams6492]

Thank you for simple and straight forward instructions. I CAN do this! New subscriber!

[@user-wm7jt4vv9s]

Great video! I've been anxious about hanging a floating shelf but watching this video made it relatively easy.

[@terryshea7408]

Great Stuff ....The simplicity is really helpful ....no fingers lost in my production of these shelves ...All the best

[@jvirgilio8880]

A lot of the same stuff floating around in KZbin land. Great to see something different.

[@kevinldaniel]

“Floating” nice!

[@anthonymuzzillo230]

I feel like I’ve discovered this channel before it blows up...

[@natejmedia]

Once again, Bourbon Moth comes through with the right video! Of all the floating shelf videos I just watched, your method was the right combination of looks, safety, sturdiness and hardware. Thanks again, you rock!

[@gordroberts53]

First, love your channel! Why? Well stuff like this is why. Your ability to break complex tasks down to the essential, simple steps to complete is next level teaching for sure. At 68, I'll never be a pro, but I am getting smarter, thanks for that!

[@cactuslovesballoons8581]

We lived in a house with floating shelves. It was haunted. We moved to another house where shelves don't actually float in the air. Now we're no longer frightened.

[@anaespinoza5530]

🤣🤣🤣

[@nopochoclos]

Badumm tish!!😑

[@amaj_lex]

You had me there for a second🤣🤣🤣

[@yresa15]

@@amaj_lex me too, though there was another story developing within the actual floating shelves video. 🧐🤔

[@fabiolagavinazavala7636]

🤣

[@drewkirkbride5765]

Never thought to cut away the drywall, doh. Great Tip and thanks.

[@andrewwilkes9114]

Great video! Hung many different various brackets over the years, but the individual brackets work the best! And cutting into the drywall is the best way to assure it’s not going to sag much!! Your a pro!! Great video!👍🏽👍🏽

[@stephenpaquet]

Just did my floating shelves in the kitchen based off of your video. Thanks mate!👍

[@thematey3592]

Using the doweling jig as a drill guide was pure genius.

[@yepperalrightythen1731]

Just tried it, and love it.

[@budfahnestock2418]

12:12 most relieving back crack ever

[@v.j.cooper2007]

Mr. Moth, thank you so very much for sharing your knowledge on floating shelves. I wanted this beautiful pair that I saw a while back, but did not buy them because I had put some up the old way, and they literally fell off the wall so I decided these were not for me. BUT NOW, "LISTEN TO THE ANGELS SINGING " YOU HAVE SHOWN ME THE WAY!!!!!!! I FOUND THAT SET OF SHELVES (AFTER ALL THIS TIME - THAT WAS LUCK) AND I AM BANGING AWAY, JUST BANGING AWAY! THANKS DUDE! This was very simply illustrated and very helpful! Cutting the small piece of drywall is MAGIC.... I really learned something new and I'm excited about doing my shelves this weekend! THANKS AGAIN! I just subscribed!

[@juancamelo5681]

Awesome, I have to install some floating shelves in a few days. Thanks for sharing your knowledge. Stay safe and God bless

[@ethanstrauch9232]

Love your Instagram content, so I am happy to see you making more on KZbin as well. Keep it coming!

[@g.k.4371]

Title of video: “DIY Floating shelves” Presenter: “I have these brackets custom made..” The rest of us: 😒

[@greggardner2042]

Been a subscriber for months now and this video is one that I have returned to on several occasions as I will be starting a project to do a floating desk for my daughter's house. Great job, thank you for the clear explanation and process; even a newbie like me can do it!

[@evangelinabobadilla5368]

Hi just came across your video, awesome!! I’m newly retired Hairstylist with a pasión for wood working hoping to learn from you. Thank you for sharing. 😷🌻

[@guymajoor3292]

My grandson just started welding as a trade. I have a project for him.

[@mrsaraujo86]

Owner watching you hang from the shelf like 👁👄👁 lmao!!!

[@jestupido]

I found this video while looking for a way to install floating shelves for my wife's books in our new house. This is the best video I have seen on how to do this! Because of this video I have subscribed to your channel and I love it! I wanted to say, however that the product you linked in the description is junk. I bought it... Wouldn't hold ten pounds per bracket. I'll now be having a local welder fab up my brackets custom for me as you have done. Thanks for all of the instructional videos and removing complications out of all the processes.

[@p4ecloke86]

Just installed my floating shelves in kitchen with your video.... thank you so much

[@furthernorthfab]

So calming. Great tips, Jason.

[@addiegoninan]

Great explanation! Gotta get me some of those brackets.

[@nikki791971]

Thank you...Awesome

[@craigandresen2456]

I like to use big lag screws with a non-threaded body (just the part going into the stud is threaded), and then just cut off the head with a grinder after screwing them in. No cutting drywall, and I can get them for super cheap at any hardware store.

[@hickliferocks]

Same here Craig Anderson… also I used a beautiful piece of heart pine rather than press wood

[@Beecharmer799]

Great ! Your badass! My friend ! Going to this next week I slump Glass bottles and I have about 1000 plus this Floating shelf best idea ever for me .. I can load bottles on each shelf and a bracket twice the thickness of the shelf to keep them in place Thanks Brother

[@Mr.GucciClass1A]

“Bang away, Bang away!” 😉

[@scottthurman9353]

I am now staring at my floating shelves and judging them... harshly...

[@maria-dawnw3595]

Hahaha... sorry... not laughing at your pain

[@hauntedhose]

Careful you might get canceled! #bracketlivesmatter 👀

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@@hauntedhose not you making jokes over black lives matter💀

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[@misamisa2677]

Thank you 🙏 love your video, easy not too fast, perfect!! thank you young man 🙏❤️☮️ best wishes

[@glenfordparham7346]

Very good idea on space usage . Procedures easy to follow. Clear and accurate. Will try it. Good job.

[@nathanblackie3193]

growing up never had a male figure so now i have been watching everything to learn and teach myself how to be more self-efficient when it comes to manly things...hahah

[@MapBot11]

New series, "Will I fit ON this?"

[@juansmot3156]

Nice work man

[@madonnasmith8162]

Awesome! You make it look so easy with all the right tools. Thank YOU!

[@kinnell6781]

Thanks. I hadn't thought of using those brackets before. Prior I had built skeletons and then a panel to slide over them, but this let's me utilize my doweling jig.

[@AmericanFlyersDiving]

Easy DIY shelf, step 1: have brackets custom fabricated for you...

[@Lacrimosaaaa]

If Justin Bieber was a real man, I think this is what he looks like.

[@keithbordlee976]

Nice.. was looking for an idea for my daughters room shelving.. now I have a good idea. Thanks and keep it up.

[@MrWaldorfian]

I usually drill into the stud with a slightly undersized drill bit then screw in a threaded rod. I drill the proper sized hole into the shelf so I can slide it onto the rods. Works great.

[@richardlug6139]

And a lot cheaper than $25 that those brackets costs. That is what I was thinking about using.

[@Hatchmade]

I felt uncomfortable with the kiss you blew to me... Fortunately my wife wasn't in the room for that...

[@Hatchmade]

HEART BREAKER I little bit violated for sure.

[@hj8607]

I've used another mount idea . Screw a 1/2 " lag bolt into stud (use pre drilled block for start hole drilling , perpendicular guide ) , cut off head , and then mount shelf the way you drilled and placed the shelf . (vice grips can later remove bolt , if necessary )

[@KvndS29]

Excellent idea, super strong and inexpensive too. Compared to the alternatives that is.

[@marktunney5000]

Genuinely impressed to see him hanging off the shelf. 😊

[@earlelzy7243]

I just told my daughter I would make her a floating shelf for her books. Now I know how to do it. Thanks, dude.

[@SEAWEEDER1]

I had to use 75mm Coach screws on my floating shelves to keep them on the wall. Job done.

[@chriscom32]

I watch, alot of build and repair content, some how, I really enjoy your videos. Great job, we appreciate your contribution.

[@glennrishton5679]

About a year ago I made 6 small shelves out of some nice mahogany to mount three on either side of a window. Since then I have been unable to come up with a good plan for mounting them as the studs arent positioned symmetrically either side of the window. Now I have the solution!

[@visualkoncepts037]

BRO!!!! You just changed my whole outlook on the floating shelves I was going to install in my office. Game changer right here!! Thanks for the tips you gained a new sub! I’m gonna buy some merch too appreciate ya

[@RealMommyLife]

I'm so glad you said you had a guy make those, because I'm dumb and never would have thought that my husband is a welder and could make them for me 😄

[@henrycote8817]

Thanks for taking the time for doing these videos. Keep up the hard work man. Videos are great and so is the knowledge. Cheers.

[@tonymohsen6774]

yup, I make them all the time. super cool to see them installed

[@ForestWoodworks]

This was the very first video I watched of yours a year ago when I was preparing my home for sale. AWESOME and I've never looked back. Have learned a LOT from you! Thanks man, cheers!