How to Install Floating Shelves and Mantel | This Old House

Jeff Sweenor and Kevin O'Connor install floating white oak shelves and a floating mantle. SUBSCRIBE to This Old House: http://bit.ly/SubscribeThisOldHouse. The Westerly homeowners want sleek shelves on the fireplace wall that’s covered with shiplap. Jeff Sweenor shows Kevin O'Connor his technique for installing the floating white oak shelves and mantle. They screw cleats on the wall that will receive the shelves. The oak shelves were previously assembled, glued, and dado-cut on the table saw in his shop. Looking for more step by step guidance on how to complete projects around the house? Join This Old House Insider to stream over 1,000 episodes commercial-free. https://bit.ly/3bnWadr Plus, download our FREE app for full-episode streaming to your connected TV, phone or tablet: https://bit.ly/34RYEP5 About This Old House TV: This Old House is the No. 1 multimedia home enthusiast brand, offering trusted information and expert advice through award-winning television, a highly regarded magazine, and an information-driven website. This Old House and Ask This Old House are produced by This Old House Ventures, LLC and are presented on PBS by WETA Washington, DC. Follow This Old House and Ask This Old House: Facebook: http://bit.ly/ThisOldHouseFB Twitter: http://bit.ly/ThisOldHouseTwitter Pinterest: http://bit.ly/ThisOldHousePinterest Instagram: http://bit.ly/ThisOldHouseIG How to Install Floating Shelves and Mantel | This Old House    / thisoldhouse