The Basics

• Any floating shelf length is possible - you can combine brackets together (just remember the 1:2 bracket to shelf ratio)

• Will withstand daily use & will not sag over time

• Processing time is 1-2 business days. Expected delivery is 4-7 business days

• See minimum thickness/height for your shelf

The Shelf to Bracket Ratio

In general, you can use a 1:2 ratio of bracket to shelf length as long as the the bracket and studs are centred to the shelf. So for a 36-inch shelf, you will need an 18-inch bracket. However, the minimum length for any shelf is 18 inches as the bracket must be able to straddle 2 studs minimum. 

You can find more installation instructions and videos on our installation page.

Minimum Shelf Thickness

When using the aluminum bracket we recommend not going thinner than 1 ¾ in thickness for your shelf. This is because the bracket itself is 1 1/2" tall, so you will need at least 1/8" of additional material on the top and bottom of your shelf to house and conceal the bracket. Just remember to leave yourself that 1/4" of shelf thickness when selecting your material.

Do I Need to Use Set Screws

No, they are not absolutely mandatory, but if you do not use glue or set screws and whatever you attach to it does not have sufficient weight that no one can lift it or make it jump up by bumping it, it will come off. Essentially, the Hovr bracket system is a French cleat but supercharged, and still needs to be secured somewhere, somehow.

Note that while not mandatory, we urge you to always use set screws in order to get the strongest, most secure installation of your Hovr bracket, as glue cannot maintain the same level of strength and hold.

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