NOTE: As of 4/13/26, InnovaShelf's prefix has changed from IS to RS. This part number has changed from IST-LOC-1510-08W to RST-LOC-1510-08.

T-LOC-1510 8 Inch Floating Shelf Bracket Purpose

T-LOC-1510 8 inch floating shelf bracket is a concealed support designed for floating shelves, so it carries the load behind the wall and leaves the shelf face clean for a built-in look in closets, garages, or living areas. This bracket is part of the InnovaShelf line in the Floating Shelves and Concealed Brackets class, so it serves as structural hardware rather than visible decor when planning storage or display runs. The T-LOC-1510-08 model is specified at 1.5 by 1 by 8 inches with a 250 lb rating, which gives installers clear parameters when choosing shelf size and expected loading within that range. Brackets and arms are crafted from high quality materials for maximum strength and durability, which supports long-term performance where sag or flex would cause alignment problems. Designed for a hollow shelf, the bracket works with shelves built to hide the arm, so finished projects present as true floating shelves.

Key T-LOC Floating Shelf Bracket Advantages

• The patented leveling system uses a specially designed slotted base plate that slides onto the screws, which allows installers to adjust bracket position on the wall for fine leveling and straightforward alignment of multiple brackets.
• The same slotted base plate that slides onto the screws also adds strength, because the load shares across the base and fasteners, helping the 250 lb rated bracket perform as a rigid support in everyday use.
• Brackets and arms are crafted from high quality materials for maximum strength and durability, so the support resists bending under properly planned loads and reduces the need for later rework caused by sagging shelves.
• The bracket is designed to be installed into a wood substrate, which aligns directly with common wood stud construction, simplifying layout for installers working on framed walls or wood-based backing panels.
• The bracket is designed for a hollow shelf, allowing the arm to disappear inside the shelf body so the finished installation shows no visible hardware while still using the full structural capacity of the concealed arm.

Floating Shelf Bracket Mounting And Securing Details

The T-LOC F.SHELF BRKT 1.5 by 1 by 8, 250 lb design is intended to be installed into a wood substrate, so it integrates naturally with wood studs or wood panels during layout and drilling. The specially designed slotted base plate slides onto the screws set in the wood, allowing installers to shift the bracket laterally on the wall and dial in level before final tightening. That adjustability helps align multiple brackets under a single shelf, saving time otherwise spent redrilling. Shelf connection is handled by self-tapping trim screws that secure the shelf to the bracket, so the shelf locks firmly onto the concealed arm and resists movement during everyday loading.

Using This Bracket In Shelf Projects

Where This Floating Shelf Bracket Performs Best

This InnovaShelf floating shelf bracket sits in the Shelf, Closet & Garage Organization and Floating Shelves categories, so it suits storage or display runs where clean, hardware-free faces are important. The 8 inch arm length works with hollow shelf designs that can fully cover the bracket, supporting projects like closet cubes or garage shelves built as hollow structures around the arm. Because it is designed to be installed into a wood substrate, it fits directly into projects framed with wood studs or built over wood panels, streamlining material coordination. The 250 lb rating gives installers a defined strength reference when sizing shelf spans and planning loads within that bracket capability.

How T-LOC Leveling Supports Repeatable Results

The patented T-LOC leveling system utilizes a specially designed slotted base plate that slides onto the screws, which lets installers micro-adjust bracket position after the screws are set, instead of relying on perfect first-hole placement. That lateral and leveling adjustability makes it easier to keep multiple T-LOC-1510-08 shelf brackets precisely aligned, which is critical when several brackets support a single hollow shelf. By allowing the base plate to slide on the fasteners, the system helps maintain consistent shelf heights across a wall, reducing the chance of visible misalignment along long runs. Brackets and arms made from high quality materials support this system by keeping the adjusted position stable over time, so once the shelf is leveled with the T-LOC mechanism and locked with self-tapping trim screws, the assembly remains steady during typical use.

Common Questions About The T-LOC-1510 Bracket

Selecting The T-LOC-1510 Bracket For Your Job

The T-LOC-1510 8 inch floating shelf bracket for wood stud combines a patented slotted base plate and high quality bracket materials to support stable, level floating shelves. Its design for installation into a wood substrate ties directly into common stud layouts in closets, garages, and built-ins. The 250 lb rating and hollow shelf orientation guide decisions on shelf construction and expected loads when laying out a run. With self-tapping trim screws securing the shelf to the arm, the bracket forms a rigid, concealed structure behind the clean shelf face. For projects where a concealed support and field-adjustable leveling are priorities, this InnovaShelf model offers a focused solution.