The Best Floating Shelves for 2021
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Best Floating Shelves
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For this post, I have put together a collection of the best floating shelves currently available.
UPDATED: June 29, 2021.
Stay organized in style. A compact shelf design will give you the opportunity to decorate without taking up too much space.
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There are two main types of floating shelves: either hidden or strategically placed brackets. The “true floating” shelves have a completely clean look that has the mounting hardware hidden behind the shelf so it is not visible. The “bracket shelves” use a range of support systems that are visible but are still mounted directly to a wall and do not have the traditional bookshelf side supports.
These shelves will create a seamless look that will enhance any room in your house.
Potential uses include:
In the dining room to display photos, plants, memorabilia, and decorations.
In the living room alongside a wall mounted TV to support accessories such as DVD players, speakers, video game consoles, cable boxes, etc.
In the kitchen to organize cookbooks.
In the home office to display books.
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I have included a range of styles and designs below so hopefully one works best for your home design. The following floating shelves uniquely achieve a refined appearance that you will be proud to show off.
So here is my list of The Best Floating Shelves for 2021.
Enjoy!
Best Overall: BAYKA Floating Shelves
The BAYKA shelf is built from Paulownia wood for a rustic natural appearance.
Supporting hardware uses a sturdy triangular design that can be mounted with a single shelf or as a sequence of shelves with the mounts side-to-side.
Includes a set of three shelves: large, medium and small (see product for dimensions).
Available in a range of different wood species.
Runner-up: Sorbus Floating Shelves
The Sorbus shelf features a simple set of three shelves that fit with a range of interior decor styles.
Wood finish is constructed from MDF with PVC.
Shelf thickness measures 16-1/4" L x 5-1/2" W x 1-1/2” thick.
Each shelf supports up to 8 pounds.
Comes in either a grey or mahogany finish.
Includes all required mounting hardware.
Best Slim Appearance: InPlace Shelving 9084676 Floating Shelf
The InPlace shelf is available in a range of dimensions and offers a slim profile design.
Features a simple clean design that works well with a range of interior designs.
Constructed from MDF.
Includes all required mounting hardware.
Best Glass Corner: Fab Floating Shelf
The Fab kit offers the ability to create a floating glass shelf in any corner.
Equipped with a flat polished edge.
Constructed from tempered glass for safety.
Includes chrome brackets for easy installation.
Features 3/8” (10mm) thick glass.
Available in a range of colors and curved profiles.
Best Modern Design: Amada Floating Shelves
The Amada shelves feature a true floating design with hidden metal brackets that secure to the wall with screws.
Features a simple smooth matte black finish that will go with most room interior designs.
Each shelf can support up to 20 pounds.
Constructed from MDF laminate for a durable yet affordable design.
Dimensions of each shelf: 15” long x 6.7” deep x 1.4” thick.
Best Budget Option: Greenco Floating Shelves
The Greenco shelves feature a simple U-shaped design.
Includes a set of three shelves: large, medium, and small (see product for dimensions).
Available in a range of different colors to match a particular room or wall design.
Comes with all necessary mounting hardware.
Best Narrow Depth: Wallniture Floating Shelves
The Wallniture shelf features a narrow, 3.8” depth to minimize the protrusion from the wall which is great for high-traffic areas such as hallways or stairs.
Features a minimalist photo ledge is built to blend in with the decor of your home.
Utilize your walls efficiently and proudly display what is important.
Offers the ability to store a lot of items with the substaintial 46” width.
Best Box Style: Melannco Square Wood Floating Shelves
The Melannco shelves can be customized on the wall to be used individually or together as one connected piece.
Equipped with lock-in screw slots on the large cube for secure mounting.
Includes instructions for mounting and required hardware along with a hanging template.
Constructed from lightweight MDF.
Available in different finishes to match a particular interior space.
Best for TV Accessories: WALI TV Accessories Floating Shelves
The WALI shelf offers the ability to wall mount a range of accessories below a TV for a clean, modern look.
Supports items such as DVD players, cable boxes, video game consoles, and speakers.
Features adjustable height shelves constructed from tempered glass for safety.
Equipped with three shelves each measuring 15 inches x 11 inches x 5mm thick.
Offers support for up to 17.6 pounds (8kg) per shelf.
Equipped with a wall plate that provides built-in cable for an uncluttered appearance.
Best “U” Design: EWEI'S HomeWares Three Floating Shelves
The EWEI’s set features three U-shaped display shelves for a simple appearance on the wall.
Offers the ability to be quickly installed in just a few minutes.
Constructed from MDF for a durable design.
Each shelf dimension: 17” long x 4” tall x 4” deep.
Includes all required installation hardware.
I hope this list of the best floating shelves was helpful.
If you think I left out one that is important or have a suggestion for a future article, let me know in the comments below.
Brandon Hubbard, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP BD+C
