Step 9: Attach the Shelf Top

a woman attaching the top shelf on the brackets to make a vintage porcelain tap towel rack
Photo: Kristine Larsen
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Rest the shelf top on the brackets. To secure it in place, drive trim-head screws through the shelf and into the top ledge of the supporting board. Now pick a nice spot in the bathroom for your new towel rack.
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