Aksel HD Floating Shelf Brackets
Aksel Hollow Core HD Floating Shelf Bracket
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Aksel MD Floating Shelf Brackets
Aksel Hollow Core MD Floating Shelf Bracket
Aksel XD Floating Shelf Bracket
Aksel LD Floating Shelf Brackets
Built for serious floating shelf installs.
This is the original, patented heavy-duty floating shelf bracket — built for pros who demand strength, speed, and zero surprises on install day. Aksel delivers the kind of hidden shelf support that holds serious weight, vanishes cleanly into the wall, and installs with rock-solid reliability.
Whether you’re trimming out a full wall of floating shelves, installing shelves on stud-backed drywall, or mounting a single live-edge statement piece, Aksel brackets give you the confidence to build bold, clean-lined shelving that actually performs.
Ideal applications for floating shelf brackets
Pro Builds: These heavy-duty brackets are designed for contractors and cabinet shops who need strong, reliable floating shelf support that won’t sag, flex, or fail.
Custom Projects: Aksel floating shelf brackets handle it all—live edge slabs, solid hardwood, hollow-core styles—you build it, they back it.
Modern Interiors: Get the clean, hardware-free floating shelf look your clients want, with the hidden support they’ll never see coming.
Support you don’t have to see to trust.
Aksel brackets mount flush to the wall and disappear completely inside the shelf. No visible brackets. No awkward angle irons. Just crisp lines, true level, and the kind of install you’d show off in your portfolio.
Aksel HD Floating Shelf Bracket
The original heavyweight. For shelves 2" to 3" thick and 8" to 14" deep, Aksel HD supports up to 100 lbs per stud when properly installed into wood studs or blocking. It’s the gold standard for larger floating shelf builds and solid hardwood runs.
Aksel MD Floating Shelf Bracket
Strength in a slim profile. Sized for shelves 1 ½" to 2" thick and up to 12" deep, Aksel MD supports up to 75 lbs per stud — a go-to for mid-sized shelving that still needs serious performance.
Aksel LD Floating Shelf Bracket
Low clearance. High confidence. Perfect for shallow shelves and tight wall conditions, the LD is our slimmest hidden shelf support, built for clean installs where space is tight and aesthetics matter.
Aksel Hollow Core Brackets (HD + MD)
Purpose-built for hollow core floating shelves. Designed specifically for hollow-core shelf construction, these brackets are made to integrate seamlessly into CNC-cut, miter-folded builds. Available in HD or MD to match your shelf dimensions, they offer reliable, hidden support for fast, precise installs — no visible hardware, no unnecessary fuss.
Common questions about floating shelves and hidden brackets
When installed into studs, Aksel HD floating shelf brackets can support up to 100 lbs per rod. Exact capacity will depend on your shelf depth, material, bracket type, and wall construction.
Aksel brackets are installed by anchoring directly into wood studs, blocking, or masonry. Once level and secured, the shelf slides onto the bracket arms for a flush, floating finish.
While drywall may hold light loads, it can’t support the full weight capacity of floating shelf brackets on it’s own. For a secure, long-term install, always anchor into studs, blocking, or masonry.
Solid wood, live edge slabs, plywood, and hollow-core styles — Aksel brackets come in a full range of sizes and styles to match your shelf build. Match the bracket style and capacity rating to your material and shelf dimensions for best results.
It depends on your shelf’s depth, thickness, and what you plan to put on it. Aksel brackets come in a range of load capacities and profiles, so you can choose the right support for your project:
- Aksel LD: For floating shelves 1¼"–1¾" thick, 5"–8" deep; up to 50 lbs per rod
- Aksel MD: For floating shelves 1½"–2" thick, 7"–10" deep; up to 65 lbs per rod
- Aksel HD: For floating shelves 1¾"–2½" thick, 7"–14" deep; up to 80 lbs per rod
- Aksel XD: For floating shelves 2"–3" thick, 7"–17" deep; up to 95 lbs per rod
- Aksel Hollow Core HD: For hollow-core shelves 1½" thick or greater, 7"–17" deep; up to 125 lbs per rod
- Aksel Hollow Core MD: For hollow-core shelves 1¼" thick or greater, 7"–14" deep; up to 85 lbs per rod
Our brackets are installation-ready, with clear guides and expert support if you need it. Whether you’re a first-timer or a seasoned pro, we’ve got your back.
