Your floating shelf brackets arrive firmly inserted into the back of your shelves. Use a flathead screwdriver to pry the ends up, not along the long edge. Once the ends of the metal floating shelf bracket are up, you’ll be able to pull the floating shelf bracket straight out. Screws are included in the box for your convenience. It is very important to install top and bottom screws into each wood stud. Additional drywall anchors can add strength, but are optional and not included. Expect weight capacity of approximately 50lbs+ for each wood stud installed into.