These Strong Floating Shelves Only Use 4 Screws

[@Nailedityt]

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[@KiddHaruu]

What wood did you use??

[@billybobs1705]

too many fancy tools crap video!

[@richardsmith9998]

Finally! Something that is easy, straightforward, minimum effort and tools. This is what I call a DIY project for the average bloke! Thanks.

[@idliketosay]

Just wanted to give you a big THANK YOU!! I used this video tutorial and your other video to make a set of 27” and a set of 24” long floating shelves. I used a 2”x10”x12ft douglas fir green lumber from Lowe’s (the usual stuff they sell on the floor). The pocket screw idea worked amazing well. The 2”x10” shelves do not have any wobble/movement/sagging. Solid. I used the 3-1/8” GRK screws you rec from Amazon. Appreciate you very much. Got to stain the shelves the colors we wanted and saved hundreds of dollars since solid floating shelves are very pricey online and doesn’t always come in the color you want. You saved me big $$$!!!

[@geico1975]

Did you also follow his advice about not drilling all the through "so the screws will hold the weight of the wood without cracking"? I only ask because what's that mean exactly, like the drill hole is 1/2" from coming through the end, 3/4" or 1" just curious thinking about trying it myself.

[@idliketosay]

@@geico1975 yes don’t drill all the way through. If you use the pocket hole jig tool, it will prevent you from drilling all the way through anyway. The pocket hole jig tool has a stopper that prevents you from drilling all the way through so just be sure to use that.

[@kathytravis4667]

We just put up a 8 foot floating shelf this way and it’s great. So easy and very reasonable. Thanks for sharing.

[@Nailedityt]

Awesome! Glad it turned out! Thanks for the comment!

[@MaximusPham]

Simple and effective, the weight test was a nice touch.

[@Nailedityt]

Thanks! I appreciate it!

[@rogerhegemier8491]

Nice Job and a Great Idea !!! But im an Old Guy i Still Use a Horizontal Ledger, and Gussets That would Hold 500 LBs maybe More !! Your way is a Very Decorative Look !!! and it Does Look Very Nice !!! iv been Making Sawdust for over 65 Years Now !!! i Even Helped out Building of the Ark !!!

[@mjvr6356]

@@rogerhegemier8491what do you call to havw holes in the wall tomake it stable

[@purpleraina7506]

I love the simplicity of installing these shelves. Thanks a bunch.

[@Nailedityt]

No problem! I’m glad you enjoyed!

[@GrandmaD-b6c]

I’m so excited😃finally I found a tutorial for a floating shelf that I can install myself.🤩🎉 winner winner! This guy is amazing

[@karllazlo6237]

I attempted this with 2x10 and all my shelves sagged even though I screwed into 4 studs. I had to add L brackets below the shelves and drilled them into the studs. Once I did that there was no more sagging or wobbliness. The method in the video probably works best with smaller wood boards like 2x4, 2x6 and 1x4, 1x6. Great video overall.

[@CriticalThinker02]

That was helpful, thanks.

[@idliketosay]

What screws did you use? I used the same ones he used and my 2”x10” shelves worked out awesome. My shelves were only 24” and 27” long though. But they still worked out well using this method.

[@karllazlo6237]

@@idliketosay my shelves were 8 ft long and I used those golden yellowish deck screws that come with the special bit in the box. I used the 4" kind.

[@idliketosay]

@@karllazlo6237 oh shoot lol 8ft? Yeah don’t think four screws would do it, especially if the piece was solid wood. Glad you figured it out though. I think his pieces were only abt 5 ft long so 8ft is def pushing it. For anyone doing shelves fairly short in length (5ft under) this method seems to work well.

[@Zyvox600]

@@karllazlo6237I used GRK screws and it holds up really well. I don’t think those deck screws are designed to hold as much weight as GRK screws

[@margarettodd1074]

Best video I have seen for floating shelves , simple easy no fuss clear and precise 👍👍👍👍👍

[@rockeysingh8841]

Hi, Blake jolly good show. Simple explanations and demonstrations. No unnecessary gabbling and hand gesturing. Well done old boy.

[@Nailedityt]

Haha thank you very very much!

[@woodinteriordesignchannel]

Simple and easy used❤

[@klmklm2342]

LOVE this video, made my own today and they did turn out great but a little wobbly. Used the same screws you did but the only difference is I used 3/4” thick wood instead of 2”. Still functional and great for what I need them for but curious if me decreasing the thickness of the board is what contributed to the less strong hold as my German Shepard couldn’t even stand on mine without it falling out of the wall. Again, perfect video and perfect tutorial. Thank you so much!

[@sonuwoodcraft]

Hey thanks. Nice way to put shelves on the wall . I like your work.👍😘

[@Nailedityt]

Thank you! That means a lot! 😊

[@850Tech]

Finally some doable DIY. I really like the use of the classic hand saw 👍

[@LkdTreasures]

Soo much easier than the other ones I’ve seen.. thanks for simplifying it..

[@TJsVette]

Seems pretty easy to do. Think I will try this in my garage

[@Nailedityt]

Yeah it’s really not to difficult and the look pretty nice! Go for it!

[@gracielabonilla5160]

Thanks I was looking for something like that for my TV 📺

[@vincedelaney2700]

Looks like that actually could work I already have a pocket jig ,going to try it ,and definitely more strength with screws on top

[@diybronwynsmith263]

Thats awesome! I feel like i could maybe build something too ive use a circular saw and cut all the pieces but didnt exactly know what I should make . I like the floating shelves they are great looking low profile clean lines nice!

[@bukeci4146]

It was about to break! Also next time, do the screw pockets on the down side, THAT‘s gonna hold better

[@human47134]

Omg thank you!!! I’ve been trying to find a floating shelf solution that didn’t require me to build a 3” thick hollow shelf lol.

[@Nailedityt]

Awesome! I’m glad you came across the video! If you end up doing it, let me know how it turns out! I would love to hear about it!

[@YouDontDoWhatIDo]

You're the best and simple 👍

[@Yukam1912]

I am surprised with the strength of this shelf Welldone

[@Nailedityt]

Thank you!!

[@reznog12]

This is one smooth tutorial. Thanks for sharing Blake!

[@Nailedityt]

Thank you! I appreciate it! Glad it helped!

[@alexchad1000]

Nice Job Blake! I was looking for a quicker way to make floating shelves! Saved me so much time and money !!

[@suchitramasand3097]

Amazing #you are hard working# plz made this video for our motivation

[@katdelfin1873]

Simple and beautiful ❤💖💝👍

[@timotheechalamet5732]

Good explanation, thank you 😗✌🏻

[@Nailedityt]

No problem! Glad I could help! Thanks for the comment!

[@jaxkelley9015]

Wow, you made this look very easy. Gonna have to try this out for my first project. Cheers 🤙

[@Nailedityt]

Cheers to you! Good luck on the project! Let me know how it turns out!

[@sashilemla6229]

I will also try to do it since long back I was thinking of getting shelves done

[@Nailedityt]

Yeah you should! Let me know how it turns out and if you have any questions!

[@andersonhchikoya]

Well done.

[@rafeekpk414]

Very good idea👍👍👍🥰🥰🥰🥰

[@krunchikrunchi]

Thanks so much for this! I tried doing it but my walls are so hard to drill- Could I pre-drill the wall in a way that would fit the pocket hole angle? thanks!

[@tubeit530]

This IS AWESOME !!!! THANK YOU

[@Nailedityt]

You are very welcome! I’m glad you enjoyed!

[@criscutfry]

Wondering if flipping the board, so that the screw goes in from below, would comprise the weight limit? 🤔 💭 Any thoughts? I’d like to hide the pocket-holes/dowel-covers by having them be underneath rather that above.

[@Nailedityt]

I would too! But sadly the shelf would not be level, I tried before I made this video! Great thinking though!

[@criscutfry]

@@Nailedityt oh really? Does it cause it to sag on the side furthest from the wall? That’s where I could picture the imbalances being, due to the angle of the screw going in.

[@Nailedityt]

Yes that’s correct! It sags by a few inches, it’s just the way the pocket hole works!

[@LowdownRebel]

​@Nailed it thanks for that!!! Wasn't aware of the inner physics if u drill lfrom the bottom

[@LowdownRebel]

​@Nailed it thanks for that!!! Wasn't aware of the inner physics if u drill lfrom the bottom

[@yresa15]

That’s perfection. Thank you!

[@sambou6286]

This is just amazing! Thanks for sharing !!

[@Nailedityt]

Thanks for watching!

[@ammarsmb1739]

Simple and easy thanks

[@Nailedityt]

Thanks for watching! Glad you liked it!

[@mlez7197]

Genius ...buddy thank you thank you thank you

[@Nailedityt]

Thank you!!

[@alanrosencranz8692]

great process EXCEPT when you need to remove.

[@390WagonMaster]

Thank you so much. Using your link to buy.

[@Nailedityt]

Thank you for your support! Glad it helped!

[@OMARENGG22]

Nice work 👍👍

[@Street_Costello]

Definitely the easiest way to make a floating shelf

[@easypainterslondon]

good insight cool video

[@brandonreyes255]

Great effin job sir. Im a mechanic trying to learn to be the handy man at home for the wife and fill her shelf needs lmao

[@Nailedityt]

Lol thanks and good luck! Because if these turn out good she’ll want more!

[@josefernandoquintoaragon7648]

Great and easy

[@brojonchannel]

Nice sharing

[@Nailedityt]

Thank you!

[@gergemall]

Nice job

[@v.m.7228]

Great job! Why not secure the screws from the underside (Hidden) and not dowel them in. Easy to remove shelf if necessary .

[@stokemeister7929]

good video

[@nathanwelsh2002]

If you made the same pocket holes on the underside of the board and installed more screws directly below where the first screws are screwed jnto, wouldn’t that make it super sturdy?

[@moodhuraivillegelifestyle]

Super sir

[@Nailedityt]

Thank you!

[@brifa432]

I am so exited, thanks a lot of your ideas and your information

[@Nailedityt]

No problem! Let me know how they turn out!

[@theweekendbuilder]

Nice vid, I can tell you put a lot of effort into it!

[@Nailedityt]

Thank you!

[@keertipathak6727]

@@Naileditytme se n 😭 ra

[@dareusliamdeleon4778]

So simple!!!!!! I love it!

[@Nailedityt]

Thank you!

[@tomprather3461]

Well done, didn’t think it would hold that much!

[@Nailedityt]

Thanks! I appreciate it! Yeah they are pretty strong!

[@jinishdshah]

Hi, I am using 2X8 board, 36 inch length and drilling into 2 studs. The board is sagging and wobbly. Used the same screws you recommended. Any tips on how to solve this?

[@preachingjesusministry7201]

Wow thx great video thx for this blessing 🙌 😳

[@ramilitolucnod6808]

Nice thanks i got nice idea i salute you

[@Nailedityt]

Thank you!

[@trailboss78]

Great work I like it that's for the tip

[@mrcoz1764]

You can get the filler pegs from Kreg to fill the holes

[@rebeshanelshaddai7352]

Thank you brother 👌👌

[@Nailedityt]

No problem thank you!

[@peterbarlow8912]

The bottom back edge of your shelf will slowly dig into the drywall and make the shelf sag over time. You can see it deflect during your load test.

[@kdexpressoo6023]

Mine is by the electrical also. On each end is an outlet and light switch, it so happens to fit. So I know there's the studs. So wires running up and down. There's another unit above and no basement here. I wonder if all the electrical could be running towards the ceiling and down. :/ idk Maybe a good stud finder or some detector for the wiring? Maybe move it a foot over :/

[@glennduhaylungsod4348]

good work

[@Nailedityt]

Hey thank you so much I really appreciate it!

[@ferlitzmorales4314]

Watching friend

[@Nailedityt]

Thank you!

[@ScientistRenzo]

This was perfect

[@Nailedityt]

Thank you! That means a lot!

[@sandeepjagga3626]

Cloth shop ke liye yah furniture successful hai kya

[@manickambaburobert7869]

Good job👍👍

[@Nailedityt]

Thank you! I appreciate it!

[@Endang968]

Very nice 👍

[@Nailedityt]

Thank you!

[@bulentakkas4937]

Super

[@BigSho0ter]

you could install these with the screws going up, from the bottom of the shelf, holes would be on the bottom. seems like itd be a bit more difficult to make level, but just a thought

[@Nailedityt]

Great idea! Go check out one of my newer videos going over that very question! kzbin.info/www/bejne/aJuUm6FseMaEj5I

[@ColbyRidesBikes]

You could have used the blue outdoor Kreg screws. An alternative would be to use cabinet screws which have similar heads to Kreg screws and are designed for similar forces.

[@c-rod1403]

Cool vid, calm voice. Subbed.

[@Nailedityt]

Thank you! I appreciate it!

[@danielnzima9129]

Awesome, this is very helpful, keep it up

[@Nailedityt]

Thanks I appreciate it!

[@amitrajput741]

thank you so much

[@Nailedityt]

You are very welcome! Thanks for watching and checking out my video! I appreciate it!

[@raldyywald1072]

Did you mount it on a concrete wall?

[@Nailedityt]

No it is mounted to drywall!

[@Marlonbrando1225]

How do you make the holes on the wall at the right angle?

[@manmalone6417]

Im watching because the video is 420

[@Nailedityt]

Lol😂

[@trentcecrle73]

Very nice, I'll be doing the same thing soon.

[@Nailedityt]

Awesome! Let me know how it turns out!

[@rogerhegemier8491]

Trent when you Start Cutting up the Wood Go Outside, you'll learn real Quick cutting in the Garage makes For Saw Dust EVERYWHERE !!!! Even Gets into the Living Area !!!! Even when it was 10 Dees Outside, than i would Bring it into the Garage for the Assembly !!! Your Wife will Be Happy Also !!! DUST DUST DUSTY Holy Moly the Shit would Be Everywhere !! Remember a Happy Wife makes for a Happy Life !!! I Even had a Nice Size Work bench Outside !!!

[@superinterior8506]

Nyc work

[@Nailedityt]

Thank you!

[@Rx7Fc88]

Question how were you so positive not to hit a wire over the switch ? I’m afraid of doing much around outlets or light switches in case I hit a wire

[@ghedneildagalea6958]

New subscriber here and have zero knowledge on these stuff. May I know how you were able to drill the screw on the concrete wall without using toks? Did you perhaps just pushed hard with the hand drill?

[@joekimeu]

Thank you for the video. Also, what is the attachment for your power drill called?

[@lordbraunschweiger7814]

thank you so much for this

[@Nailedityt]

No problem! Thanks for the comment!

[@hogrider8240]

is there any reason I can't put the pocket holes on the bottom side?

[@angelnana7712]

Love it

[@BeverlyRogers-xy1jd]

Have you made shelves with hearts cut out on them

[@ephraimsalabsab3739]

what is the name of the tool u used when drilling a hole

[@Nailedityt]

Pocket Hole Kreg Jig!

[@ephraimsalabsab3739]

@@Nailedityt thank you and god bless sir

[@sonuwoodcraft]

Keep making more videos.

[@Nailedityt]

Will do!

[@Optimus.Prime.]

Great video... The shelf looks plenty strong... Do you think it would work with standard wood screws?

[@francesco3207]

I tried this. Must get the right GRX screw though. If the screw heads are too wide out will not work

[@HopefulPoet]

And all this time I've avoided doing floating shelves because I had to buy the right metal rods for support and ensure they align with the wood stock...wow. Thank you for showing such a more efficient way of making these.

[@Nailedityt]

Anytime! Thank you for watching! Glad you enjoyed!

[@하지만-i8d]

@@Nailedityt .. .

[@AztecWarrior69_69]

Don't do this. Get the rods. Once the wood drys and shrinks, those screws will get loose and it will sag. Also that corner edge can break away, especially with the pocket holes on top. Plus pocket holes should only be used when used at BOTH END OR SIDES to keep boards/shelves from twisting. This is a bad idea.

[@soupesoupe]

I'm gonna be doing this to put my 50lbs pc on it. Would you trust it to hold a $2000 pc? Do you think a 10" deep plywood could do?

[@Nailedityt]

I would trust it if it were me!

[@dimuborgir1987]

could i put 2m long? and up should be pc with 20kg maybe

[@ryanj5753]

1:58 With 1.5 inches and a 3.5 inch screw though, where does the screw come out of the wood? For optimal support, the jig says it should come out at the middle. The downside is that might mean you'd have to move the jig and screw closer to the edge. Also, a round washer would be optimal since the screw isn't a flat head. Thoughts:?

[@Nailedityt]

If you set the jig to 1.5” it should come out of the middle of the board! You can use a washer if you feel like it is needed for extra support but I don’t think it is necessary! They are pretty strong even without!

[@ryanj5753]

@@Nailedityt Thanks for the reply; I'm going to give it a try and make shelves for shoes in my garage using 2x10 boards.

[@thelonestarranger]

Do you have a video on mounting floating shelves when there is only one stud available and it's in the middle of the shelf span of 24"? The shelves are 1"x6"x24". thanks

[@Nailedityt]

No I do not, but I will be doing one soon! There has been a lot of similar requests for it!

[@michaelmonaghan2898]

can this be done with the 3-1/8” grk rss screws since they have a washer head that is the same size as the Kreg screws?

[@davidmagana3216]

Excelente!

[@lonewolf1105]

Awesome👍

[@Nailedityt]

Thank you!!