Fireplace mantle install using a ready made metal bracket

In this video I'm going to show you how to install a 6x6 wood mantel using a Sheppard bracket, a brand that makes heavy duty floating shelf brackets. The company offers elaborate, pricey drill guides for it multi hole supports, they also offer a single hole guide too, which is what I used. This diy approach ensures a secure and accurate installation.

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0:00 Intro about the Sheppard shelf bracket
2:35 Other considerations when installing a mantel
5:35 Starting the cuts on the mantel
7:00 Tool to cut the first recess and method to do it
13:00 Steps to drill the holes for the support rods
16:05 Modifying an aggressive feed auger
20:14 “Dry fitting” the bracket
21:41 Adjusting the diameter of the holes
23:25 Seeing an adjustment is needed.
25:40 Applying the adjustment when mounting the bracket
28:12 Locating the elusive framing
31:02 Set the bracket in place with screws
32:40 Set the oversized mantel in place for final cuts
34:38 Making the final cuts
38:12 Setting the mantel in place, ready for finishing
39:30 Closing comments

Видео Fireplace mantle install using a ready made metal bracket канала HouseMaster's Carpentry