The Aksel Black shelf isn’t here to fade into the background—it’s here to sharpen it. Cut from premium solid alder and finished in a rich satin black with a kitchen-ready varnish, this floating shelf brings a quiet confidence that plays well in any room. It’s bold but not bossy. Luxe but never fussy. Whether you’re designing a moody feature wall, punctuating a minimalist kitchen, or creating gallery shelving with serious edge, Aksel Black brings strength, style, and stealthy performance. Built to last. Built to display.
Shop black floating shelf styles.
Aksel Inlay Black Floating Shelf
Aksel LED Black Floating Shelf
Aksel RADius Black Floating Shelf
Heavy on customize. Light on compromise.
- Customized sizes: dial in your perfect depth, length, and thickness because standard is for someone else’s project.
- Premium painted alder: crisp black, real grain, no shortcuts
- Hidden Aksel bracket: rock-solid, easy install, and totally invisible
Perfect for: kitchens, baths, living rooms, and anywhere that needs a little architectural drama
Testimonials
Greatest shelfs ever. Perfect customer service perfect product and materials just perfect from ordering to customizing your receipt and o install to final optics
— Jeffrey N.
Perfect in every way! Easy to order and install.The shelf is used under our tv to hold a small cable device.Its color and size allow it to sort of disappear which is what we wanted.Customer service was terrific.
— Polly R.
Great shelves! Great quality shelves, easy to install and they are beautiful!
— Seth M.
Designs where black does the talking.
Real projects. Real pros. Real good use of black.
Aksel Black Floating Shelf FAQ
Is this shelf strong enough for heavy items?
Yes, each Aksel Black Floating Shelf is crafted from solid wood and supported by our patented Aksel bracket system. When installed into studs, it holds up to 45 lbs per rod — that’s 90 lbs on a 12" shelf and up to 225 lbs on shelves 74" and up. Translation: It’s not just strong. It’s overachiever strong.
Can I use this in a kitchen or bathroom?
Absolutely — kitchens and baths love this shelf. The Aksel Black Floating Shelf is finished with a durable, easy-to-clean varnish that stands up to the daily stuff. It’s a go-to for open shelving in hardworking kitchens and modern bathrooms that need to look good and live easy.
How do I install black floating shelves without visible brackets?
With Shelfology’s Aksel bracket, the support hardware is completely hidden inside the shelf. You mount the bracket to the wall (into studs), then slide the shelf right on. No exposed metal. Just a clean, floating look designers obsess over.
Are custom-sized black floating shelves available?
You bet, that’s kind of our thing. Choose your exact shelf length (down to the 1/8 inch), and pick from our range of depths and thicknesses. Whether you’re filling a tight nook or going full feature wall, we’ll build to fit your project perfectly — no compromises, no awkward gaps. Have something different in mind. We meet you there. Call a Shelf Geek 949.244.1083
Are these shelves made from real wood?
They are. Each shelf is crafted from solid alder, a premium hardwood that brings natural strength and subtle grain. Then it’s finished in a premium black paint that lets the character of the wood sneak through — real wood, not MDF, and never fake.
Custom, because “close enough” doesn’t cut it.
One-size-fits-most? Not in our shop. Whether it’s a specific hue, an exact dimension, or a tweak only your project could dream up—we’re here for it. We speak fluent drawing set. We live for the back-and-forth. And we’ve built our whole process to serve designers, architects, builders, and millworkers who know what they want—and expect their partners to keep up.
Have something in mind? Get specific. We’ll meet you there. Call a Shelf Geek: 949.244.1083