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Hello @bvw
Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community. It's marvellous to have you join us and thank you for sharing your question about installing a floating shelf.
The Specrite 1200 x 405mm 18mm Timber Panel Spotted Gum FJ Laminated should be strong enough to carry 60kg as a spread weight. It's the brackets that will need to hold the entire shelf up.
I suggest looking at the following brackets:
- Carinya 300 x 300 x 25 x 3.5mm Stayed Straight Bracket - single - Black ( weight rating 125kg )
- Carinya 400 x 350 x 30 x 4mm Heavy Duty Stayed Twisted Bracket - single-galvanised ( weight rating 300kg )
- Carinya 300 x 300 x 25 x 2mm Euro Bracket - single - Satin Black ( weight rating 100kg )
I suggest a minimum of three brackets to hold the entire weight of the shelf and items on it. I suggest using the largest gauge screws that will fit in the brackets such as the Zenith 10G x 75mm Countersunk Rib Head Chipboard Screws. For the shelf itself, I propose using the Zenith 8G x 20mm Countersunk Rib Head Chipboard Screws - 45 Pack.
Please remember to wear safety equipment such as gloves, goggles and a dust mask when cutting timber and working on your shelf.
Here is a handy step-by-step guide:
If you need further assistance, please let us know.
Eric
