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Heavy Duty 3" Floating Shelf Mantel
from $130.00

Heavy Duty 3” Thick Floating Shelf Mantel | With Heavy Duty Steel Hidden Bracket | Made In Maryland USA

Elevate your space by installing our floating shelf mantel with hidden steel bracket. These shelf mantels appear to hang effortlessly while supporting up to 450 lbs. Designed for DIY homeowners and professionals. Our floating shelf mantels with the included matched heavy duty hidden steel bracket, deliver clean lines, exceptional strength, and fast installation.

This is our heavy duty floating fireplace mantle / floating shelf. Constructed from top-grade imported 18mm 13-ply Baltic Birch plywood with solid wood pine internal stringers. This 3 inch thick floating shelf mantle is designed to carry the heaviest loads. Ideal for use in your kitchen for those heavy pots and pans and crockery. If you are planning on complimenting your bookcases with additional wall shelving this is perfect even for your entire encyclopedia collection. This floating shelf mantle is ideal to comliment a fireplace or carry your entertainment center in your living room. We have supplied and installed these in bedrooms as vanities, in offices between book cases as additional desk space and in mudrooms. Available in a variety of finishes, lengths and depths this is a truly versatile product. Every floating shelf / mantel is made to order and can be customized to your exact specifications. With lengths available up to 96” and shelf depths up to 16” this is the king of Floating Shelves, the prince of Mantels

Our stain coats are of the highest quality using premium water-based stains from the “General Finishes” company. These finishes provide a lasting odor free finish making your project instantly home-ready. We have listed our most popular stain colors for easy ordering, however we can provide every stain and dye color from the General Finishes catalog. We also offer painted finsishes from Benjamin Mooore as a special order. Our standard finish is Satin Polyurethene over stain, although we can accomodate any finish sheen you desire. We can also finish these products using Shellac if requested. Our painted floating shelves are completed using Benjamin Moore Advance paint over Zinsser Smart Prime. We always finish with a satin Polyurethane as standard unless otherwise requested. If you require a different finish, stain color or dimensional customization please feel free to contact us prior to order. Check out our Product Colors & Finishes Page for more detailed info.

Every 3” thick floating shelf / mantel unit ships with the custom solid steel mounting bracket and hardware. When installed correctly our 60” shelf has been tested to carry loads exceeding 430lbs.

Installation of all our floating shelves and floating mantels is a very easy 5 step process requiring minimal tools. All of the hardware is provided with your shelf or mantel, including the heavy guage steel hidden floating shelf bracket and the necessary screws. The bracket is mounted (level) to the studs inside your wall using the supplied hardware and the shelf is simply slipped onto the bracket rods. The longer the bracket the more studs you will fasten into thus increasing the shelf capacity, longer shelves carry larger loads!

The Aria and Timber floating shelves are made in our Southern Maryland workshop with care and attention to detail. Our mission is to provide an American Made product that cannot be found at a big box store or on Amazon.

All of our shelves will ship in bespoke secure wrapping and boxes via UPS.

Specifications

Shelf Thickness 3"

Available Lengths 18–72 inches

Available Depths 6", 8", 10", 12, 16”

Material Imported Baltic Birch Plywood (Furniture Grade)

Finish Hand-applied stain

Bracket Heavy-duty concealed steel bracket

Weight Capacity Up to 430 lbs (72” Shelf when installed into studs at 16” intervals)

Made In USA

Why choose an Aria & Timber mantel?

  • Premium all wood construction

  • Heavy-duty concealed steel bracket included

  • Supports up to 450 lbs when installed correctly

  • Handmade in the USA

  • Custom lengths available

  • Premium finish options

  • Easy DIY installation

  • Built to last for generations

VISIT OUR FLOATING SHELF FLOATING MANTEL FAQ PAGE

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Standard 1.5" Floating Shelf
from $130.00

Standard 1.5" Floating Shelf | With Hidden Steel Bracket | Made In Maryland, USA

Create beautiful floating shelves that appear to hang effortlessly while supporting up to 200 lbs. Designed for DIY homeowners and professionals, our incorporated hidden steel bracket floating shelf delivers clean lines, exceptional strength, and fast installation.

This is our best selling floating shelf with hidden steel mounting bracket. Constructed from solid Douglas Fir this is the pinnacle of floating shelf designs. This 1.5 inch thick floating shelf is designed to carry considerable loads. We have tested this system and the shelf can easily hold 50lbs for each stud to which it is mounted. These floating shelves are ideal for use in your kitchen, office, livingroom, bedroom, laundry room, playroom or bathroom. These shelves are as great hit in kid’s bedrooms and we have dressed entire pantries with this system. Our 1.5” thick floating shelves with hidden steel brackets are a cost effective way to level up your floating shelf game.

Available in a variety of finishes, lengths and depths this is a truly versatile product. Every floating shelf is made to order and can be customized to your exact specifications. With lengths available from 18” up to 96” and shelf depths of 6”, 8”, 12” and 16” these the most versatile and easily incorporated floating shelves on the market.

Our stain coats are of the highest quality using premium water-based stains from the “General Finishes” company. These finishes provide a lasting odor free finish making your project instantly home-ready. Our standard finish is Satin Polyurethene although we can accomodate any finish sheen you desire. We can also finish these products using Shellac if requested. Our painted floating shelves are completed using Benjamin Moore Advance paint over Zinsser Smart Prime. We always finish with a satin Polyurethane as standard unless otherwise requested. If you require a different finish, stain color or dimensional customization please feel free to contact us prior to order. Check out our Product Colors & Finishes Pagefor more detailed info.

Every 1.5” thick floating shelf unit ships with the matching custom solid steel mounting bracket and hardware. When installed correctly our 60” shelf has been tested to carry loads exceeding 200lbs.

Installation of all our floating shelves and floating mantels is a very easy 5 step process requiring minimal tools. All of the hardware is provided with your shelf or mantel, including the heavy guage steel hidden floating shelf bracket and the necessary screws. The bracket is mounted (level) to the studs inside your wall using the supplied hardware and the shelf is simply slipped onto the bracket rods. The longer the bracket the more studs you will fasten into thus increasing the shelf capacity, longer shelves carry larger loads!

The Aria and Timber shelves are made in our Southern Maryland workshop with care and attention to detail. Our mission is to provide an American Made product that cannot be found at a big box store or on Amazon.

All of our shelves will ship in bespoke secure wrapping and boxes via UPS.

Specifications

Shelf Thickness 1.5"

Available Lengths 18–96 inches

Available Depths 6", 8", 12", 16"

Material Solid Douglas Fir (Finished to Furniture Grade)

Finish Hand-applied stain

Bracket Heavy-duty concealed steel bracket

Weight Capacity Up to 200 lbs (72” Shelf when installed into studs at 16” intervals)

Made In USA

Why choose an Aria & Timber mantel?

  • Premium solid Douglas Fir wood construction

  • Heavy-duty concealed steel bracket included

  • Supports up to 200 lbs when installed correctly

  • Handmade in the USA

  • Custom lengths available

  • Premium finish options

  • Easy DIY installation

  • Built to last for generations

VISIT OUR FLOATING SHELF FLOATING MANTEL FAQ PAGE

Offerings From Aria & Timber

Need something one-of-a-kind? Let’s turn wood into wow together. From sketch to final finish, we make the process fun and easy!

  • Create beautiful floating shelves that appear to hang effortlessly while supporting up to 400 lbs. Designed for DIY homeowners and professionals, our incorporated hidden steel bracket floating shelf delivers clean lines, exceptional strength, and fast installation.

    We offer 3 lines of floating shelves:

    • The Heavy Duty 3” thick floating shelf / Floating Fireplace mantle, with hidden steel bracket and a maximum 450lb capacity.

    • Our best selling solid wood 1.5” thick floating shelf with hidden steel mounting bracket. Constructed from solid Douglas Fir this is the pinnacle of floating shelf designs. This 1.5 inch thick floating shelf is designed to carry considerable loads. We have tested this system and the shelf can easily hold 50lbs for each stud to which it is mounted.

    • Lastly our cost effective All-Wood floating shelves that utilize a 2-piece construction and wooden dowel system, tested to hold over 60lbs.

    Available in a variety of finishes, lengths and depths this is a truly versatile product. Every floating shelf is made to order and can be customized to your exact specifications. With lengths available from 18” up to 96” and shelf depths of 6”, 8”, 12” and 16” these are the most versatile and easily incorporated floating shelves on the market.

    Our stain coats are of the highest quality using premium water-based stains from the “General Finishes” company. These finishes provide a lasting odor free finish making your project instantly home-ready. Our standard finish is Satin Polyurethene although we can accomodate any finish sheen you desire. We can also finish these products using Shellac if requested. Our painted floating shelves are completed using Benjamin Moore Advance paint over Zinsser Smart Prime. We always finish with a satin Polyurethane as standard unless otherwise requested. If you require a different finish, stain color or dimensional customization please feel free to contact us prior to order. Check out our Product Colors & Finishes Pagefor more detailed info.

    Every 3” & 1.5” thick floating shelf unit ships with the matching custom solid steel mounting bracket and hardware. When installed correctly our 60” long 1.5” thick shelf has been tested to carry loads exceeding 200lbs. Our 3” thick shelves have been tested beyond 400lbs capacity.

    Installation of all our floating shelves and floating mantels is a very easy 5 step process requiring minimal tools. All of the hardware is provided with your shelf or mantel, including the heavy guage steel hidden floating shelf bracket and the necessary screws. The bracket is mounted (level) to the studs inside your wall using the supplied hardware and the shelf is simply slipped onto the bracket rods. The longer the bracket the more studs you will fasten into thus increasing the shelf capacity, longer shelves carry larger loads!

    The Aria and Timber shelves are made in our Southern Maryland workshop with care and attention to detail. Our mission is to provide an American Made product that cannot be found at a big box store or on Amazon.

  • Preserve every milestone of your child’s growth with this Vintage Ruler style wooden growth chart. This wooden growth chart height measurement wall ruler is the perfect way to record your child’s height. Our rulers are made from premium Douglas Fir. This wooden growth chart is a timeless family keepsake designed to last for generations. Every mark will tell the story of your child’s growth. Evoke memories forever with this ruler growth chart.

  • Our best selling signature product, robust, elegant and versatile. Plant a tree, flowers or a vegetable garden, the choice is yours. Always made from fresh water safe materials, available in Cedar or Pine, natural or with the finish of your choice. Choose from our standard offerings or call us for a custom build.

  • Upgrade your space with our selection of hand crafted cedar drink coolers. Built around premium IGLOO coolers, with top quality hardware. Constructed to last, and worthy of being the centerpiece of your outdoor fun.

  • Add storage, interest and archtectural value to your space with built-in cabinets by Aria & Timber. Whether it’s heavy duty book cases or lower cabinets with upper shelving, we can design and build a solution to meet your needs. With integrated LEd lighting and smart home connectivity our designs will blend seamlessly into your home. Add a fireplace or a bar, the options are endless, dream it and we will build it, with love.

  • Elevate your space with custom trim and millwork. Let us enhance your home with contemporary or traditional wood trim. Wainscoating, panelling, shiplap, mouldings and custom trim are used to enhance a room’s character, adding interest and value to your property.

  • We design our products to be extremely user friendly, and make ourselves available for any questions and advice. We also recognise that there are times when you will need help with project planning, product installation and delivery. We are here to help. We offer planning, installation and delivery services all through the DMV and beyond. Please contact us for more information.

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