8" x 22-1/2" Large Floating Shelf Bracket, Black Finish

Floating Shelf Bracket For Heavy-Duty Wall Storage

Floating shelf bracket by Federal Brace provides concealed wall support for a floating-style shelf, giving a clean look while carrying substantial weight in kitchens, living areas, closets, or garages. This large bracket measures 8 inches x 22.5 inches x 1.65 inches, so it spans multiple studs for a broad mounting footprint on standard framed walls. The bracket uses 0.25 inch thick steel, which delivers the rigidity needed to support dense loads without bending. Each floating shelf bracket holds 200 pounds, allowing dishes, books, or media equipment to be supported on a properly mounted shelf. Arms extend 8 inches from the wall, so they can support a 10 inch deep shelf while maintaining a level appearance under load. A gloss black, powder-coated finish on the heavy duty steel creates a neutral, finished look that blends with most shelf materials.

Key Floating Shelf Bracket Details For Projects

• This 8 inch x 22.5 inch x 1.65 inch bracket size spreads support over a long wall section, which helps distribute load across more framing for heavier floating shelf applications.
• The 0.25 inch thick steel construction resists deflection under weight, which keeps a properly built floating shelf level when used with heavier items like books or media devices.
• Each floating shelf bracket has a 200 pound carrying capacity, which allows a single bracket to support substantial storage or display loads in typical residential or light commercial settings.
• The bracket arms project 8 inches from the wall, supporting a 10 inch deep shelf so the shelf front aligns visually while the steel remains concealed inside the shelf material.
• Arms extend from both ends of the bracket, providing support along the full 22.5 inch length so the shelf material can engage steel at multiple points for better stiffness.
• The heavy duty, gloss black powder-coated finish on the steel offers a clean appearance that pairs well with a range of wood or composite shelf styles.

Floating Shelf Bracket Mounting And Slot Layout

This Federal Brace floating shelf bracket uses sets of 1 inch slots in the steel back plate to mount directly to wall studs, supporting the 200 pound carrying capacity when fastening into solid framing. Four slots are provided, giving several mounting points along the 22.5 inch length to align with studs in typical layouts. The slots are 16 inches on center from the center of one slot to the center of the next, matching standard stud spacing so the bracket can be positioned to hit two studs. Each slot is a 0.25 inch slot, so commonly used fastener diameters fit through the steel while still allowing minor side-to-side adjustment during mounting. This slotted design simplifies slight position changes during installation while preserving structural engagement with studs.

Using This Large Floating Shelf Bracket In Builds

Where This 8 x 22.5 Bracket Works Best

This large floating shelf bracket fits applications where a longer shelf span and higher capacity are needed, such as supporting a floating shelf for dishes, books, or media equipment. Its 22.5 inch length allows the bracket to reach multiple studs, which is useful when building wider shelves that carry continuous loads along a wall. The 8 inch arm projection is designed for use with a 10 inch deep shelf, so this bracket suits standard shelf depths commonly used in living rooms, offices, or closets. Arms extend from both ends of the bracket into the shelf box or other shelf material, so the steel can engage a wide portion of the shelf interior for added stiffness along the full run. The gloss black finish works well when the bracket is used with darker-toned shelf materials or in areas where the support might be partially visible during installation.

Details That Support Repeatable Shelf Installations

The 0.25 inch thick steel used in this floating shelf bracket provides consistent stiffness, which helps installers produce repeatable, level floating shelves across multiple locations using the same bracket size. With four 0.25 inch slots spaced 16 inches on center, the bracket layout aligns to common stud patterns, reducing layout time when placing several brackets along a wall. The 8 inch arm projection is fixed, so once a 10 inch deep shelf design is established, the same bracket geometry can be repeated for additional shelves without new layout calculations. A carrying capacity of 200 pounds per floating shelf bracket gives a clear load reference when planning how many brackets to use along a longer shelf. Because arms extend from both ends of the 22.5 inch plate, each bracket can support a broad section of shelf material, which helps minimize sag over time when shelves are built to engage the arms fully.

Common Questions About This Floating Shelf Bracket

Select This Bracket For Strong Floating Shelf Support

The Federal Brace 8 inch x 22.5 inch large floating shelf bracket in gloss black pairs 0.25 inch thick steel with 8 inch projecting arms to support a 10 inch deep shelf at up to 200 pounds per bracket. Four 0.25 inch slots spaced 16 inches on center allow mounting into wall studs over a broad span, giving a solid base for heavier floating shelf applications. When a project calls for a concealed shelf support that matches standard stud spacing and supports dishes, books, or media equipment, this floating shelf bracket offers a defined size and capacity to build around.