Introduction: How to Build a Floating Shelf With Invisible Hardware

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This is a super simple floating shelf that can be built in 5 minutes. You don’t need to buy expensive or complicated hardware. Sheet rock screws and a few 3/4” boards are all you need.

Watch the video here:

Supplies

For each shelf you need 1 board 6ft long. You can buy 1x6s, 1x8s or 1x10s.
I bought 1x10s and ripped them in half with my table saw.
You also need 2 sheet rock screws for each shelf

Step 1: Rip Your Boards to the Desired Width

If you bought 1x6s or 1x8s and you are happy with the width,u won’t need to do this

Step 2: Cut 2 Pieces at 24” and 2 at 8”

Step 3: Assemble the Shelf

Use wood glue and finishing nails to assemble the shelf. Attach the two 8” boards to the left and right sides of the 24” pieces.

Step 4: Make Sure Your Shelf Is Square

Step 5: Stain or Paint It How You Want

Step 6: Put Two Screws Into Your Wall at the Desired Shelf Height

I recommend putting these into studs in your wall.
Make sure the two shelves are level.

Step 7: Set the Shelves on Top of the Screws.

Make marks on the bottom of the top board on the shelf where the screws are touching.

Step 8: Use a Drill Bit Slightly Smaller Than the Screw Head

Drill two holes on each shelf where you marked it.

Step 9: Snap the Shelves Onto the Wall

They should easily snap onto the screws and rest securely

Step 10: Enjoy Your New Shelves!