Heartwarming Installing A Mantel Shelf

The metal dowel is 95 long and 85 of it will be outside of the drywall and 1 will be within.

Installing a mantel shelf. Once your mounting boards are properly secured to the wall you are ready to install your wood mantel. O Hang the mantel shelf on the hanger board so that the pre-drilled holes are facing up and so that the back of the mantel shelf is tight against the wall a second person is helpful to maintain pressure against the wall. Mark the corners with your pencil and then mark in with a pencil where the screws will have to go.

Depending on the size of your mantel shelf you may be able to adjust the mantel left or right as desired. Hold your bracket up to where you wish to install your corner mantel shelf. If you are placing the shelf up above your head you may wish to use a ladder during installation.

Push the mantel against the wall using the drawn lines. Check that your marks are straight using your level and then mark where the screws will be. Most mantels are placed about 60 above the floor.

Place the mantel shelf top-down on a tarp or rug. Ask a friend to trace along the top of the mantel then set the mantel aside. Have a helper support the mantel while you mark the location of the support rods on the back.

Then use the drill to insert screws through the mantel and into the cleats. Mark the grout line that is closest to the desired height. Expert handyman Sean B.

Twist the screws a quarter-turn to lock the cams. Not only do they look high end they are a DIY project that doesnt break the bank. Place your bracket where you want it on the wall and use your pencil to make marks under the corners.