How To Build Wall Hanging Shelves

Trace the horizontal location for each shelf using a 4 ft.

How to build wall hanging shelves.

Make old crates useful by hanging them on the wall like this clever two tone shelving. The wall adjacent to the sink where the shelves are going had a few cobwebs etc so i pulled out a swiffer duster and wiped them away. Screw a drywall screw into your wall and hang your shelf from it. Hold the level against the wall at the height you want the shelf.

Adjust the level until the bubble is centered and mark the keyhole locations on the wall. Now adjust your knots until your shelf sits level. Mark inside the holes so you know exactly where to insert the screws. Here they re used to store makeup and nail polish but you could also stock them with spices or knickknacks.

Bounty paper towels make cleaning your new space easy just wipe clean and toss. Clean magic eraser before starting our project. Use a standard level to make sure it s placed in a straight line then lightly mark the wall with a pencil on both ends. Then i cleaned the wall with an all purpose mr.

This small level is super handy to have around and a necessity when it comes to home projects. Use a stud finder to mark the locations of the studs and lightly press masking tape over each one. If you don t have a string line use a long straightedge and mark the wall with a pencil. Then install anchors or drive the screws into the studs and hang the shelf.

All clean and ready to go. Remember that the top of the shelf will be above your marks. Position the shelf brackets against the wall along the bottom of the shelf. Level as your guide.