Shelf Brackets — Install

I got the idea to use heavy duty shelf brackets to support my layout from Lance Mindheim, but I went with long uprights behind the benchwork instead of short ones below it — that way I can still adjust the layout / valance heights later on.

Parts

John Sterling Fast-Mount Shelving:

1. 48" Wall Standard (upright)
2. 20" Supported Shelf Bracket
3. 13" Double Shelf Bracket

Note: (b, c) are bracket extensions to support the front of the benchwork (d) / valance (e).

Tools

• Stud finder
• Laser level
• Straight edge (48")
• Awl
• Drill / driver / bits
• Wood screws (#8 x 3")
• Shims
• Step ladder
• Eye / ear protection

 

Installation

• Determine height range for wall standards (I chose 35"–83")
• Mark vertical / horizontal centerlines for wall standards on studs
• Mark / pre-drill attachment points for wall standards

Stripped / partially repaired attachment point

• Test fit / attach / shim wall standards

• Add shelf brackets (press-fit)

• Repeat

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