Mounting Shelf To Plaster Wall

Next you will need to mark your mounting brackets.

Mounting shelf to plaster wall.

Here are links to the product we used in this video. Fit the item to be anchored over the bolt then insert the toggle and tighten. Amazon affiliate http amzn to 1iofrse ryobi corded drill with c. Note the placement of the screw holes which will be on the ends.

Use a picture rail if you have one. Drill a pilot hole through the plaster and into the stud at each mark using a drill bit that is slightly smaller than the bracket mounting screws. Bore a hole in the wall large enough to accommodate the toggle. When working with molly or toggle bolts screw them in until the back part has expanded completely and is securely holding the bracket to the plaster wall.

Some mounting brackets have multiple holes but this will depend on the type of bracket used. Position the bracket on the wall and fasten it to. The actual shelf itself an adhesive strip that has a marked center point and a built in level and two metal pieces that you push through your wall on each side the adhesive strip has little notches so you know where they go. Mark the mounting brackets.

If it is being mounted to the plaster wall use a molly or toggle bolt. Using a level draw a discreet line in pencil across the wall to ensure that your shelf will sit. Screws and screws with masonry anchors for heavy items are your best choice for hanging things on plaster walls without picture rail. Plastic versions hold medium loads in drywall and plaster.

You might need a helping hand for this step. For lighter items simply screwing into the plaster with a 1 1 4 drywall screw is usually enough to get the job done. Metal toggle bolts can support heavy loads in drywall plaster and hollow core concrete block. Ch hanson 0304 magnetic stud finder.

Use the level and mark the location with your pencil on top and on the sides of your shelf. Measure and mark the spaces on the wall on both ends of where you want the shelf to go. Over tightening can damage the plaster so stop once the bolt is secure. Now that you have located your wall studs set the spot for your shelf on the wall.

Some older plaster walls have a thin strip of wood that runs around the perimeter of a room usually between 1 inch 2 5 cm to 1 foot 30 cm below the edge of the ceiling. Mark the location of wall studs onto the plaster with your pencil. Position the mounting brackets against the wall. The shelf comes with three parts.