Tip of The Week

August 18, 2007

This week’s tip comes from our “Hangin’ on the Level” file.

Have you ever tried to install a shelf that had pre-drilled holes in the back that fit over a screw in the wall?  You know how difficult it can be to make the measurements and then get the screws mounted on the wall so that they are both level and spaced correctly.

Next time use a level and a grease pencil to make the job easier.  Take the level and lay it on the back of the shelf (Where the notches for the screws are).  With the grease pencil make a mark on the level at each of the notches.  You now have the exact spacing for the screws marked on the level.  Place the level on the wall where you want to mount the shelf and adjust it until it is level.  Once it is level make marks on the wall that corresponds with the marks on the level.  Install you anchors and screws and then the shelf.  The screws will be exactly where you need them to be and level every time.

You may want to consider putting some masking tape on the edge of your level to make it easier to see the marks and to prevent scuffing the wall.

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