How best to build a long shelf in laundry room?

For reference see the first image on this page https://www.bhg.com/rooms/laundry-room/makeovers/small-laundry-room-ideas/ I want to build a floating shelf like that, above my washer and dryer. Like the topmost shelf in the pic.The difference is my laundry room is about 10ft wide, so much wider than that picture. My plan is to build a simple box out of 2x4s and screw/nail a peice of plywood to the top, then attach this to the walls. Luckily I have 3 walls to use for attaching, so I think that should make it nice and sturdy. Downside is the free-floating side is 10ft long so I'm hoping there won't be much sag. Maybe I should use a 2x6 on this front facing side? My question is, does anyone see anything wrong with this plan or have any tips for me. Also was wondering if I should try to remove strips of drywall so the shelves can attach directly to the studs. I guess it would be even more sturdy that way. An extra reason is behind this wall is the kitchen and I happen to know there is a ton of pipes and wires embedded in this wall, so removing the drywall would help ensure I don't miss any studs when attaching the shelf. I dont think I can afford to miss a stud and hit a pipe. submitted by /u/Acceptable-Platypus2 [link] [comments]

Mar 1, 2025 - 23:26

For reference see the first image on this page

https://www.bhg.com/rooms/laundry-room/makeovers/small-laundry-room-ideas/

I want to build a floating shelf like that, above my washer and dryer. Like the topmost shelf in the pic.The difference is my laundry room is about 10ft wide, so much wider than that picture.
My plan is to build a simple box out of 2x4s and screw/nail a peice of plywood to the top, then attach this to the walls. Luckily I have 3 walls to use for attaching, so I think that should make it nice and sturdy. Downside is the free-floating side is 10ft long so I'm hoping there won't be much sag. Maybe I should use a 2x6 on this front facing side?

My question is, does anyone see anything wrong with this plan or have any tips for me.

Also was wondering if I should try to remove strips of drywall so the shelves can attach directly to the studs. I guess it would be even more sturdy that way. An extra reason is behind this wall is the kitchen and I happen to know there is a ton of pipes and wires embedded in this wall, so removing the drywall would help ensure I don't miss any studs when attaching the shelf. I dont think I can afford to miss a stud and hit a pipe.

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