How Do You Wall Mount A Shelf System For A/V Components?
When you have a flat-screen television mounted on a wall, in your home or apartment, you may need a wall-mounted shelf to set your audio and video or A/V components. One type of shelf system that you can mount for your A/V components is the VF2012 shelf unit manufactured by Sanus. The Sanus VF2012 is a two shelf unit, with glass shelves, you can use to support A/V components such as a stereo or satellite receiver. Organize all of the parts required to mount the VF2012 shelf unit on the wall. Separate the individual pieces, such as the lag bolts and the washers. Locate a stud in the wall with a stud finder. Measure for the placement of the shelf, on the wall, with a tape measure. The shelf will measure 21-5/16 inches wide, 24 inches high and 18-1/4 inches deep. Mark the location for the shelf on the wall with a pencil. Place the wall plate vertically on the wall and verify it is level by using a small level. Mark the location of the mounting holes with a pencil. Drill pilot holes into t