Installing a floating shelf

Measure the location you would like to put the shelf
Measure the shelf and cut it to size
Using the stud finder determine where the studs are
If possible put fasteners directly into studs
Determine the height at witch you would like to hang the shelf and mark it with a pencil
Using a level make a level line across the mark longer than the shelf
Put shelf brackets on level line and mark holes with pencil
Drill holes for fasteners
Center brackets over holes and hand tighten screws into holes then finish the job with a screw driver
Place your shelf over the brackets and you are finished

Supplies: shelving unit, fasteners

Tools cordless drill, screwdriver, level, stud finder and drill bits