My Experience With Hanging Lack Shelves

A few months ago, I decided to give my living room a makeover. One of the things I wanted to do was add some shelves to the wall to display some of my favorite books and décor pieces. After some research, I decided to go with the Lack shelves from IKEA. They were affordable, stylish, and seemed easy enough to install. However, I soon realized that hanging shelves is not as simple as it seems. It took me a few tries to get it right, but I finally figured out the best way to hang Lack shelves. In this article, I’ll be sharing my experience and some tips on how to hang Lack shelves.

How to Hang Lack Shelves

Step-by-Step Guide

1. Gather all the necessary tools and materials. You’ll need a drill, screws, wall anchors, a level, and of course, the Lack shelves.

2. Decide where you want to hang the shelves. Use a pencil to mark the spots where you’ll be drilling. Make sure the marks are level and evenly spaced.

3. Drill the holes where you’ve marked them. If you’re not drilling into studs, use wall anchors to ensure the shelves are securely attached to the wall.

4. Attach the brackets to the wall using screws. Again, make sure they’re level and evenly spaced.

5. Slide the shelf onto the brackets. Make sure it’s centered and level.

6. Secure the shelf to the brackets using screws.

Top 10 Tips and Ideas

1. Use a stud finder to locate the studs in your wall. If you can drill into studs, you won’t need wall anchors.

2. Make sure the brackets are level before attaching them to the wall.

3. Use a level to ensure the shelf is level before securing it to the brackets.

4. If you’re hanging multiple shelves, use a spacer to ensure they’re evenly spaced.

5. Paint the brackets and screws to match the shelf for a seamless look.

6. Use Lack shelves in different sizes and colors to create a unique and interesting display.

7. Use the shelves to display books, plants, picture frames, and other décor pieces.

8. Hang the shelves in an asymmetrical pattern for a modern and eclectic look.

9. Install lights underneath the shelves to highlight the items on display.

10. Use Lack shelves in unconventional ways, such as using them as a bedside table or a desk.

Pros and Cons

Pros:

Affordable
Stylish
Available in different sizes and colors
Easy to install

Cons:

Not as sturdy as some other shelves
Can only hold a limited amount of weight
May require wall anchors if not drilling into studs

My Personal Review and Suggestion

Overall, I’m very happy with my Lack shelves. They were easy to install, and they look great in my living room. However, I did have to use wall anchors because I wasn’t drilling into studs, and I wouldn’t trust them to hold anything too heavy. If you’re looking for a stylish and affordable way to display some lightweight décor pieces, I would definitely recommend the Lack shelves.