Attach one end of a.
Hanging shelving on plaster wall.
Shelves that are expected to hold any.
Determine the height.
Screws and screws with masonry anchors for heavy items are your best choice for hanging things on plaster walls without picture rail.
1m long level stud finder steel wall screws electric drill screwdriver pencil tape measure brackets shelf.
For instance drive a screw into the strip on the spot just above where you want to hang a picture.
For lighter items simply screwing into the plaster with a 1 1 4 drywall screw is usually enough to get the job done.
How to hang shelves on plaster walls step 1.
Here is a list of items you ll need before you begin hanging your shelf on a plaster wall.
There are many different kinds of stud finders so.
You can raise or lower the wire to get the picture to the correct height.
Place one of the brackets against the wall at the first shelf location.
Drill a pilot hole.
Plaster walls with available studs locate the vertical studs in the wall where the shelving will be located by sliding an electronic stud sensor over that.