Hanging Bookshelves On Plaster Walls

Place one of the brackets against the wall at the first shelf location.
Hanging bookshelves on plaster walls. Use a stud finder to locate the studs within the walls. Screws and screws with masonry anchors for heavy items are your best choice for hanging things on plaster walls without picture rail. Place a carpenters level alongside the bracket. Ch hanson 0304 magnetic stud finder.
For lighter items simply screwing into the plaster with a 1 1 4 drywall screw is usually enough to get the job done. Amazon affiliate http amzn to 1iofrse ryobi corded drill with c. There are many different kinds of stud finders so. Mark both side.
Pre drill the holes and use fairly long screws to ensure a secure fit. Locate the vertical studs in the wall where the shelving will be located by sliding an electronic stud sensor over that space. Determine the height. Here are links to the product we used in this video.
If you re hanging heavy objects use screws with anchors for added protection. How to hang shelves on plaster walls step 1. Shelves that are expected to hold any. Hanging heavy frames on the wall can be tricky and with all the.
Plaster walls with available studs.