Mounting Shelf To Plaster Wall

Note the placement of the screw holes which will be on the ends.

Mounting shelf to plaster wall.

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. Now that you have located your wall studs set the spot for your shelf on the wall. Mark the screw holes for the shelf s mounting brackets on the wall. Plastic versions hold medium loads in drywall and plaster.

For lighter items simply screwing into the plaster with a 1 1 4 drywall screw is usually enough to get the job done. Locate and mark your shelf. If it is being mounted to the plaster wall use a molly or toggle bolt. You might need a helping hand for this step.

Mark the mounting brackets. Bore a hole in the wall large enough to accommodate the toggle. Measure and mark the spaces on the wall on both ends of where you want the shelf to go. Metal toggle bolts can support heavy loads in drywall plaster and hollow core concrete block.

Some mounting brackets have multiple holes but this will depend on the type of bracket used. 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. Amazon affiliate http amzn to 1iofrse ryobi corded drill with c. Next you will need to mark your mounting brackets.

The shelf comes with three parts. Fit the item to be anchored over the bolt then insert the toggle and tighten. Use a picture rail if you have one. Ch hanson 0304 magnetic stud finder.

Screws and screws with masonry anchors for heavy items are your best choice for hanging things on plaster walls without picture rail. Position the mounting brackets against the wall. Here are links to the product we used in this video. Using a level draw a discreet line in pencil across the wall to ensure that your shelf will sit.

If your room has this you can simply drive a screw through the wood and use this to hang things. Position the bracket on the wall and fasten it to. 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. 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.