- 1). Place the mantel shelf on the wall at the height you desire.
- 2). Level the shelf and draw a line from one end of the mantel to the other.
- 3). Take the mantel shelf down.
- 4). Align the top of the mounting board with the drawn line and attach the mounting brackets on each end, using the drill for the bolts or screws provided.
- 5). Place the mantel shelf on top of the mounting board and slide it back against the wall.
- 6). Hammer five nails from the top of the mantel shelf through the mounting board.
- 7). Pull down on the mantel shelf gently to make sure it is secure.
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