From the page: The pallet hides amazing furniture
Idea 2
Wall-mounted shelf
The wall shelf is the classic project for anyone starting out with reclaimed wood: simple, direct and rewarding. The secret lies in physics — the further from the wall the weight sits, the more lever force the fastening endures, which is why choosing the anchor points defines everything.
What you need
- A wide pallet board (the top part, whole if possible)
- Tape measure and pencil
- Drill and masonry bit
- Anchors and screws (or metal brackets, if you prefer)
- Bubble level
- Sandpaper
How to make it
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Choose a pallet board without cracks and sand the top face and edges well, because that's where hands and objects will touch.
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Decide the height and mark it on the wall with the level, drawing the line for the future support — a crooked line gives everything away once the objects are on top.
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Locate where the wall is firm: if it's masonry, drill at the marks and insert the anchors; if it's drywall, look for the studs (the internal metal frames) or use suitable anchors.
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Screw the board directly to the wall or onto two L brackets, always tightening well — the more firmly it sits against the wall, the less lever arm the weight creates.
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Test with your hand pressing weight in the center and at the ends; any wobble calls for an extra screw.
Finishing touches
For books, which are heavy, place the brackets about 10 centimeters from the ends. Shelves longer than 80 centimeters need a third fastening point in the middle.
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