Frequently Asked Questions
Why Solid Wood Floating Shelves in Oak and Mahogany?
Oak floating wood shelves and mahogany floating shelves add classic appeal to the walls of your home or business. Appreciated for their sleek clean lines, these sturdy, hidden bracket shelves appear to magically float on walls creating a versatile look perfect for any dining room, laundry room, storage room, office, kitchen, and more. NookWoodworking’s custom-crafted oak wood flying shelves and mahogany open shelving are custom-crafted by hand from high-quality hardwood. With free shipping on orders and a lead time of 1-2 weeks, you can safely display and store your most prized possessions such as books, plates, and plants in no time at all.
Is Open Shelving Going Out of Style?
While it’s normal for trends to come and go, open shelving will never go out of style as open shelving offers a beautiful and functional take that is both versatile and adaptable. NookWoodworking’s designer floating shelves with hidden brackets are suitable for every type of home or office, from a modern and minimalist bedroom, to a rustic kitchen, to an industrial warehouse or office, our floating wood shelves provide ample storage space while eliminating the bulky weight of cabinet doors. So if you’re looking for a storage solution that is as timeless as it is flexible, consider adding any of NookWoodworking’s mahogany or oak wood floating shelves to your home or business today.
What is the Length, Depth, and Thickness of NookWoodworking’s Floating Shelves?
NookWoodworking offers a variety of floating shelf sizes to suit every wall. Our smaller light-duty floating shelves range between lengths of 3 to 36 inches, depths of 3 to 8 inches, and a thickness of ⅞”, resulting in a a sleek minimalist look. Our larger heavy-duty shelves vary between 12 inches to 5 feet long, 4 inches to 12 inches deep, and 1 ⅜ inches thick.
Looking for a hard-to-find size on a custom floating shelf? Check out our Custom Oak Floating Shelves and Custom Mahogany Floating Shelves, or contact us at our woodshop in Brooklyn today!
How Much Weight Will Each Standard Floating Shelf Hold?
We want to ensure that you and your family stay safe, so we always recommend checking out the weight capacity of each shelf before purchasing. The weight limit is listed on each product page, so make sure to check it out when you head over to purchase a new shelf.
In general, the weight that your floating shelf will be able to hold depends on your shelf's size and shape. Our light-duty small floating shelves can hold between 5 to 30 lbs while our heavy-duty larger mahogany or oak floating shelves can hold up to 45 lbs per wall stud. Traditional wall studs are located 16 inches apart.
How Do Floating Shelves Float?
Premium-grade floating shelves have become a popular choice for DIYers, designers, architects, contractors, homeowners, and everyone in between. But how do they actually float?
At NookWoodworking, the secret lies in the brackets.
The back of each floating shelf is hand built and routed for a hidden bracket, which allows the hardwood shelf to sit flush against the wall. Additionally, all shelves are pre-drilled with heavy duty bracket rods resulting in a successful and easy installation in less than 10 minutes.
Are NookWoodworking’s Standard Hanging Shelves Easy to Install?
It has never been easier to create your dream floating bookcase or open kitchen shelving than with NookWoodworking’s easy-to-install floating shelves. There are three different installation methods and the one that works is dependent on the size and shape of your floating shelf.
If your floating shelf is ⅞” thick and 3 to 4’’ deep, you can find instructions: here
If your floating shelf is ⅞” thick and 6 to 8’’ deep, click here.
If your floating shelf is 1 ⅜’’ thick and 3 to 12” deep, click here for instructions.
If you purchased a small shape floating shelf that is a square, octagon, rhombus, triangle, or trapezoid, you can find instructions here.
How Do I Care for My Wood Shelves with Brackets?
To ensure the utmost quality and longevity of your custom, made-to-order, floating shelves, avoid the use of harsh chemicals and household cleaning agents. In fact, cleaning only requires a soft, dry cloth. Keep in mind that the floating shelves with brackets hardware may loosen over time. This is perfectly normal and you should periodically check the shelf to ensure that all connections are tight and secure.
Why Purchase Specialized Floating Shelves Custom-Made in Brooklyn, NY?
Functional and stylish, our specialized custom shelves provide the perfect solution for storing your keys and managing cords while elegantly displaying your most-loved items. Handcrafted from high-quality oak or mahogany wood, our specialized shelves are designed to seamlessly blend into any décor style, making them the ideal addition to any home or office environment.NookWoodworking offers three types of specialized floating shelves:
Key Hook Floating Shelves
Easily install a Key Hook Shelf in your entryway to ensure that you never lose your keys again. Available in solid oak or mahogany, in rectangular or octagon shapes, each key shelf is beautifully built-to-last with a sturdy frame and a sleek minimalist design.
Cable Management Floating Shelves
Keep your cords and cables organized with a Cable Management Floating Shelf. Available in oak or mahogany, this shelf contains a discreet drilled grommet hole to keep your cords organized and tangle-free, even when they’re not in use.
Live Edge Floating Shelves
Add a natural element to your home with a Live Edge Floating Shelf. Available in oak or mahogany, this shelf features beautiful wood grain and unique natural edges that add warmth and character to any space.
Why Should I Choose Mahogany Wood for My Shelf?
With its rich brown color and smooth grain, mahogany wood is an excellent choice for floating shelves. Mahogany is 70% harder than other types of wood shelves, which allows for a heavier weight capacity and a longer -well- shelf life. Mahogany is also resistant to moisture and will not warp or rot, making it a great choice for floating bathroom shelves because it’s easy to clean, resists mold and mildew, and doesn’t absorb moisture from shower steam.
From the lumberyard to the woodshop to your home, all of NookWoodworking's mahogany wood is expertly handpicked and crafted to create a durable and beautiful shelf that will last for years.
Why Should I Choose Oak Wood for my Shelf?
The oak wood species is durable, versatile, and beautiful, making it a strong choice for all of your specialized shelf needs. Oak wood is perfect for customers who want to curate their homes with high-quality, long-lasting shelves. Its strength and resistance to warping make it ideal for holding weighty items like books, collectibles, and wine bottles. Additionally, oak wood can be easily stained and finished to match any décor style, from rustic farmhouse to sleek minimalism.
What is the Length, Depth, and Thickness of NookWoodworking's Specialized Shelves?
NookWoodworking is proud to offer a variety of specialized shelves for your home or business needs. For this reason, the length, width, and thickness of each shelf can vary.
Our standard key hook, cable management, and live edge floating shelves range in size from 6" to 24" in length and 4" to 8" in shelf depth. All of our shelves are either 7/8" or 1 3/4" thick.
Our octagon key hook and cable management shelves are available with a shelf depth of 3", 4", or 5" and a shelf thickness of 7/8" or 1 3/4".
How Much Weight Will Each Specialized Shelf Hold?
We want to ensure that you and your family stay safe, so we always recommend checking out the weight capacity of each shelf before purchasing. The weight limit is listed on each product page, so make sure to check it out when you head over to purchase a new shelf.
In general, the weight that your floating shelf will be able to hold depends on your shelf's size and shape. Our light-duty small floating shelves can hold between 5 to 30 lbs, while our larger mahogany or oak floating shelves can hold up to 45 lbs per wall stud. Traditional wall studs are located 16 inches apart.
How Do I Care for My Custom Specialized Floating Shelf?
To ensure the utmost quality and longevity of your custom, made-to-order, floating shelves, avoid harsh chemicals and household cleaning agents. In fact, cleaning only requires a soft, dry cloth. Keep in mind that the floating shelves with brackets hardware may loosen over time. This is perfectly normal and you should periodically check the shelf to ensure that all connections are tight and secure.
Why should I purchase NookWoodworking's Lifestyle and Home Goods?
Experience the seamless blend of function and style with NookWoodworking's Lifestyle and Home Goods Collection. These handcrafted products are designed to effortlessly elevate your home or office space and are meticulously crafted using only the highest quality materials such as opulent full-grain leather and solid oak or mahogany wood.
From comfortable Leather Lap Desks to technologically advanced NYC Realtime Subway Clocks, NookWoodworking has something for everyone.
How Does the NYC Realtime Subway Clock Work?
Our NYC Realtime Subway Clock utilizes a real-time feed of current subway times to accurately display the comings and goings of the New York City subway system.
Each subway train time clock employs a mini-computer that downloads the data from the NYC Real-Time app. The clock then uses this data to display the train times on its LCD screen. If a train is late or early, the time will automatically adjust itself to reflect that. The subway clock is powered by an AC adapter (included) and can be placed anywhere in your home or office.
Can the NYC Subway Clock display Bus Times?
Current technology does not allow access to the NYC bus arrival and departure times. Rest assured, should such technology ever become available we would be happy to implement it.
What is Full Grain Leather?
The highest quality of leather available, full grain leather is made for the strongest and most durable part of an animal's hide ensuring a lifetime of use. As full grain leather is not sanded or buffed during the tanning process it is able to retain its natural shape and durability while maintaining a breathable and comfortable feel. Thanks to the above, full grain leather develops an attractive patina over time which adds to the unique character and distinctive look of each piece.
What are NookWoodworking's Plant Propagation Stations?
Make plant propagation a breeze with NookWoodworking's stylish and functional propagation shelf. Crafted from high-quality oak or mahogany wood and delicately finished with sumptuous Danish oil, our propagation stations provide the ideal environment for your plant cuttings to take root. Effortlessly double your plant stock and enhance the variety of plants in your home with our propagation solution.
How to Propagate Your Plants: A Primer?
Are you a proud plant parent with a healthy and thriving plant? Consider propagating it! Plant propagation is the process of taking a cutting from your existing plant and growing it into a whole new plant. It is an excellent way to expand your plant collection and add diversity to your indoor garden. To successfully propagate your plant, you will need the following:
-A healthy plant
-Water
-Clean shears
-NookWoodworking’s Plant Propagation Station
While any tall or skinny glass can be used to propagate your plant, we recommend our Propagation Shelf from NookWoodworking. It provides the ideal space for your cuttings to root and can be easily wall-mounted – an added bonus if you have mischievous cats! Propagate your plant in three simple steps:
1) Identify the node where you'll cut your plant. Nodes are the bumpy points on your plant where future growth will emerge.
2) Make a diagonal cut just below the lowest node of your cutting.
3) Fill the test tube vase(s) provided with your NookWoodworking's propagation shelves about a quarter of the way with water, and place your cutting in the vase.
That’s it! Over time, you’ll notice your plant developing healthy roots. Remember to refill the water as needed. Once your cutting has grown healthy roots that are at least 4"" inches long, you can transplant it into moist soil and start the process anew.
How Many Cuttings Can My Plant Propagation Station Hold?
NookWoodworking offers propagation stations in various sizes and shapes, and the capacity for cuttings you can propagate on one oak or mahogany shelf depends on the shelf’s dimensions. Generally, the smallest geometric shelf can hold one test tube, which is perfect for showcasing individual cuttings.
The maximum number of propagation test tubes our shelves can accommodate is eight. However, if you have a custom size or shape in mind, we're happy to work with you to bring to life a custom propagation station just for you.
What plants Can I Propagate in My Propagation Shelf?
Not all plants are equally suited for water propagation. We recommend selecting low-maintenance and adaptable plants for this method. Thankfully, there are numerous plant varieties that fit this category, so you have plenty of options. Some of our favorite plants to propagate in our propagation shelves include Philodendrons, Wandering Jews, Bamboo, Spider Plants, Pothos, and more!
How Do I Care for My Plant Propagation Station and Test Tube Vases?
To ensure the longevity and quality of your plant propagation shelf, avoid using harsh chemicals or household cleaning agents. A soft, dry cloth is all you need. After each propagation, use a cotton swab or paper towel to clean the test tube vases to maintain their cleanliness and sterility.