How to Install The Alta

Choose the mounting height. Fit the loose wall cleat against the cleat on the back of The Alta and measure from the top of the shelf to the bottom of the wall cleat. Use this offset to position the wall cleat. Hold it level, lightly outline its bottom and ends, and mark the fixing locations.

Use a stud finder to locate studs along the cleat outline. Mark each stud centre just below the bottom line, then transfer these positions onto the cleat. Plan to fasten into studs wherever possible.

Prepare pilot holes at the stud positions. Where wall anchors are needed, use anchors suitable for your wall and rated for the weight of The Alta plus its contents. Follow the anchor manufacturer's instructions for drilling and installation. Use the screws specified for those anchors.

Drill and lightly countersink the wooden cleat at stud positions as needed. Fasten the cleat using suitable screws into the studs and any prepared anchors. Check the level as you tighten. Screw heads should sit flush, and the cleat must be held firmly against the wall.

Lift The Alta above the wall cleat and align the two angled edges. Lower the shelf until the cleats are fully engaged. Press gently downward at the back to seat it. Check that the shelf is level and stable before adding items. The Alta hangs on the cleat; no side locking screws are used.