How to install shelves with stud in awkward location?

Smcgo

Hello!

I’ve currently started my first home mini project adding more storage to my euro laundry. The plan was to install a wall cabinet on one side and 2 shelves running from the end of the cabinet to the wall.

After installing the wall cabinet, I’m trying to figure out how to best install the shelves.

I plan to cut the Specrite multi use 18mm panel into two 810 x 300mm shelves weighing about 2.5kg each.

Currently there is one stud available which I have marked in the photo below however it is in an awkward position which would mean that if I used it for the brackets they not look evenly spread.

How could I go about putting up brackets or supporting the shelves? Would anchor screws be an alternative? 

Any advice to a novice would be greatly appreciated!

EricL

Hello @Smcgo 

Welcome to the Bunnings Workshop community. It's sensational to have you join us, and thanks for sharing your question about your shelves.

I propose using Hafele 23 x 23mm Angle Bracket - 20 Pack to support the shelves. I propose using Zenith 8G x 15mm Galvanised Button Head Stitching Timber Screws - 35 Pack to anchor to the cabinet, Zenith 8G x 40mm Countersunk Rib Head Chipboard Screws - 28 Pack to anchor to the stud wall and Ramset M5 x 9mm Plasterboard Hollow Wall Anchor - 4 Pack for sections with no studs.

If you need further assistance, please let us know.

Eric