Brackets for Live edge wood shelf
Curious as to the difference in size.
Yes, the 7&quot; brackets would be OK. You need to screw into the studs for the most secure mounting. If that's not possible, use anchors similar to the ones shown below or toggle bolts. People always say &quot;nothing too heavy&quot; and then a few months later, they're back on this site asking how to repair a wall that shelf brackets pulled out of. Also, never hurts to put a few small screws through the bracket up into the shelf to hole it steady.