Live Edge Floating Shelves

Live edge floating shelves are an interesting addition to any wall in any room. Floating shelves seem to be stuck to a wall without any visible means of support. They do have supports, of course, but they are cleverly concealed. Live edge refers to a piece of wood that still retains its natural shape from when it was cut from the tree. It might retain both cambium and bark.

Place your live edge floating shelf anywhere you need a little decorative storage. It is absolutely perfect in your living or dining room as a support for natural dried grass or dried floral arrangements. They go great with terrariums (be sure to protect the wood from moisture with a good mat) or bonsai. You can even display great-grandma's collection of designer plates on one. Because there is nothing that says tradition and age like a natural slice of tree. Using the floating shelf technique, your live edge shelf can seem to grow out of the wall, especially if you are using natural wood paneling. But it can also be used in contrast to a standard plaster wall. These shelves are lovely no matter where they are placed.

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Alaina 2 Piece Pine Floating Shelf with Live Edge
Alaina 2 Piece Pine Floating Shelf with Live Edge

This floating rectangular wall shelf is endlessly versatile and well-suited for displaying your collectibles, books, framed photographs, or plants. It's made of solid pine wood and has black powder-coated iron brackets that curve artfully to the wall. The two shelves each support up to 22 pounds. This item requires installation directly into a wall stud for stability and support.

Abinaya Floating Shelf with Live Edge
Abinaya Floating Shelf with Live Edge

The perfect place to put your books and files, the companion to your new home office, or the perfect home study.

Live Edge Walnut Floating Shelf
Live Edge Walnut Floating Shelf

Our live edge floating shelves are made using locally sourced, high-quality solid wood and require simple installation.

Annetrud 2 Piece Acacia Solid Wood Floating Shelf with Features
Annetrud 2 Piece Acacia Solid Wood Floating Shelf with Features

This set of two shelves features live edge acacia wood that is transformed into an incredible accent for your home. Handcrafted from acacia trees, each piece is unique and preserves the natural edge of the tree it came from. The included hardware allows you to easily mount these anywhere in your home. The sophisticated look and feel of these handcrafted, one-of-a-kind shelves elevate the style of any room.

Live Edge Maple/Sycamore Floating Shelf
Live Edge Maple/Sycamore Floating Shelf

Our live-edge floating shelves are made of high-quality solid wood and can be attached to the wall in minutes. A live edge refers to the natural edge of a cutting board that comes from the organic shape of a tree.

Yirby Triangle Floating Shelf with Live Edge
Yirby Triangle Floating Shelf with Live Edge

If you plan to set up speakers and charge your phone, choose the corner shelf with a wiring aisle.

Abinabi 2 Piece Accent Shelf with Live Edge
Abinabi 2 Piece Accent Shelf with Live Edge

The ideal spot for your books and files, this bookcase is the perfect complement to a home study.

Floating Shelves Rustic Natural Wood Wall Shelf Open Shelving Farmhouse Live Edge Light Wooden Wall Mounted Decor For Bathroom, Living Room, Bedroom, Kitchen Set Of 2
Floating Shelves Rustic Natural Wood Wall Shelf Open Shelving Farmhouse Live Edge Light Wooden Wall Mounted Decor For Bathroom, Living Room, Bedroom, Kitchen Set Of 2

This wall shelf is made of real wood with natural knots and texture. It is carbonized to give the rustic aged look, and the lightweight wood material is specially selected for wall-mounted stability.

36” Sustainable Sunset Cedar Live Edge Wood Shelf (Set Of 2)
36” Sustainable Sunset Cedar Live Edge Wood Shelf (Set Of 2)

Our live edge wood shelves provide a fashionable, rustic look that feels both refined and natural. Each piece is hand-inspected for quality and durability. The finished product has an organic flow and singular character that can’t be replicated. No two are alike!Shelves are ideal for kitchens, bedrooms, offices, living rooms, dining rooms, and more. Display your decor in style with a statement shelf that suits any decorating theme or aesthetic. You might see lateral knots, bark inclusions or marks from wildfires on these shelves but they won't affect their longevity or quality.

16” Cedar Natural Edge Floating Shelf Set Of 2
16” Cedar Natural Edge Floating Shelf Set Of 2

Wood slab is handpicked, cut and spliced to retain its natural shape by our skilled wood makers. As a result, the color and shape of each piece will vary.

Ekstrom Poplar Solid Wood Floating Shelf
Ekstrom Poplar Solid Wood Floating Shelf

The Ekstrom Poplar Solid Wood Floating Shelf is a great accent for any home. Whether your style is rustic, modern, or traditional, it will add glamour to your home. It's perfect for displaying decorative pieces and other keepsakes.

Gaspard Acacia Solid Wood Accent Shelf with Live Edge
Gaspard Acacia Solid Wood Accent Shelf with Live Edge

This Gaspard Acacia Solid Wood Accent Shelf with Live Edge is a unique entryway or living room mantel of solid acacia wood. The shape of each piece varies due to the natural features of the wood, and small imperfections such as knots and cracks are part of its character.

Islesboro 2 Piece Rectangle Metal Bracket Shelf with Live Edge
Islesboro 2 Piece Rectangle Metal Bracket Shelf with Live Edge

This wall shelf set features two shelves with a distressed finish, carved details, and same sizes. Place decor items, quotes, plants, and more upon the shelf to display your style.

Aaliyiah Spruce Solid Wood Accent Shelf with Live Edge
Aaliyiah Spruce Solid Wood Accent Shelf with Live Edge

The wall accessory shown here will make your room more aesthetic and provide new storage spaces.

24” Sustainable Trail Brown Live Edge Wood Shelf (Set Of 2)
24” Sustainable Trail Brown Live Edge Wood Shelf (Set Of 2)

Our collection of solid wood accents offers a chic, distressed look that feels refined yet rustic. Each shelf is hand-inspected to ensure consistent quality and durability. The live edge incorporates the natural exterior of the tree into the shelf’s final design. No two are alike!These shelves suit a variety of aesthetics and work well in kitchens, bedrooms, offices, living rooms, dining rooms, and more. Display your decor in style with a statement shelf you won’t find anywhere else.

24” Sustainable Riverstone Grey Live Edge Wood Shelf (Set Of 2)
24” Sustainable Riverstone Grey Live Edge Wood Shelf (Set Of 2)

Our collection of solid-wood shelves offers a rustic, chic look that feels refined yet natural. The live edge incorporates the exterior of the tree into each shelf's design. Every shelf is hand-inspected to ensure consistent quality and durability. The finished product has an organic flow and singular character that can't be replicated. No two are alike!These shelves suit a variety of aesthetics and work well in kitchens, bedrooms, offices, living rooms and dining rooms. Display your decor in style with a statement shelf you won’t find anywhere else. With live edge wood, you might see lateral knots, bark inclusions or other markings where the tree was affected by wildfires.

Cassella 2 Piece Rectangle Fir Accent Shelf With Live Edge
Cassella 2 Piece Rectangle Fir Accent Shelf With Live Edge

This set of two rectangular accent shelves is crafted from solid wood with a whitewashed finish that adds a vintage, flea-market-find look. Each shelf features live edges, fluted sides, and four bun feet. We love that they are mountable to your wall and also well-suited for use as table risers for your centerpiece. The two pieces may be positioned together for a cohesive look, or used separately in different rooms.

Floating Shelves For Wal Set Of 4 Rustic Wooden Wall Shelves Natural Wood Floating Shelves Live Edge Thick Wood Shelves Storage For Kitchen Living Room Bedroom Bathroom Home Decor Burnt, 16" X 5.5"
Floating Shelves For Wal Set Of 4 Rustic Wooden Wall Shelves Natural Wood Floating Shelves Live Edge Thick Wood Shelves Storage For Kitchen Living Room Bedroom Bathroom Home Decor Burnt, 16" X 5.5"

We handcraft every shelf in our wood workshop and are committed to providing customers with high-quality, rustic shelves. Each of our shelves has been carbonized at 600°F and brushed to achieve the function of compression, waterproof, and corrosion resistance. The two corners of each shelf are decorated with metal reinforcement, which effectively protects the board and adds a retro, yet sophisticated beauty.

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Live edge floating shelves not only provide function as they add a miniature storage space to any wall, but they also bring a sense of rustic charm as the raw wood edges feel very natural and unaffected. Live edge floating shelves come in a variety of sizes and solid woods from pine and acacia to walnut. Rodney Lawrence suggests choosing live edge floating shelves that showcase powder-coated iron or stainless steel brackets as it works to create a modern mixed-media effect. There are lots of shelves that cleverly conceal any metal supports though if you just want to display the live edge floating shelves. Most of these shelves are mounted using a traditional anchor and metal screws. A lot of the wood shelves are finished in a clear varnish to create a long-lasting finish that keeps the integrity of the natural wood.

Weight and balance:

Stephanie Goto recommends mounting live edge floating shelves directly to wall studs in order to create a proper support structure that will hold home goods and won't easily buckle. You can use a stud finder as well as a level to ensure you're hanging your live edge floating shelves straight and accurately for long-term use. The key to success with live edge floating shelves is to ensure they have a secure and stable internal bracket that will either be hidden with a backplate that gets screwed into the wall and arms that extend over the body of the shelf. There are also designs that come with a wood cleat mounting bracket that attaches to the wall for stabilization with the natural wood shelf connecting over the cleat.

Size:

If you're looking to create a sense of balance or utilize some empty wall space in the bathroom, you could opt for live edge floating shelves that contain two small shelves that can hold extra toilet paper or beauty products. For mid-size dens or bedrooms, interior designer Nicole Hollis suggests finding a unit with two shelves that are no longer than 20 inches in length and can hold around 15 to 20 pounds. If you're looking for something slightly smaller in scale, single live edge floating shelves that measure 12 to 15 inches in length work well to put a small plant or a few books in any living space. To go nicely in a kitchen space above the sink, there is larger live edge floating shelves that measure anywhere from 40 to 50 inches long with a weight capacity of 30 pounds.

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Homan Found Wall Shelf

Give your room an old-world feel with this one-of-a-kind wall shelf. Inspired by the half-moon, its semi-circle shape lends a unique element for aesthetic appeal. It’s made from repurposed maple wood for optimal durability and strength, while the stained finish gives it a protective layer and an alluring look. You can place the shelf in your living room to hold quick-access items – it provides a stunning space for display and storage.

Sporgh 2 Piece Wall Shelf Set (Set of 2)

If quality of construction is your priority then look no further than this 2 piece floating shelf set. Each premium shelf is made from carefully selected timber and hand stained, while the brackets are powder-coated to prevent rusting. The shelves can hold up to 20lbs of decor items to accommodate your books, flowers, saucers, and the like.

Jamel Floating Wall Shelf

Add a touch of uniqueness and heaps of rustic charm to your space with this attractive floating wall shelf made entirely from repurposed oak planks. The shelf is durable, environmentally friendly, and blends in any modern setting. It’s ideal for holding wall arts and simple flower pots in your living room. Or, add it to your kitchen to create extra space for your saucers and dessert bowls.

Clawson Wall Shelf

At 5.5'' H x 31.5'' W x 6'' D, this artistic wall shelf offers an attractive, spacious display surface for your home. The walnut wood and white gloss design combines a rustic style with a modern touch for a contrasting appeal. Add it to your living room’s wall to create space for your books, flowers or quick-access items. It’s simple and unique with a contemporary design that appeals to any eye.

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