Floating shelves add style to a home, but positioning them can be tricky. Here's our advice on determining the right amount ...

Floating shelves have taken over interior design, but has the reign of this favored open look become a thing of the past or does it stand the test of time?

Once the shelf is in place, the cleat is hidden from view and the shelf appears to be floating unsupported. The hollow shelf measures about 3 inches thick x 6 inches deep x 22 to 24 inches long.