Really glad I ordered these brackets. We wanted to install a few small shelves for decorative items in our kitchen and selected these designer look brackets. The shelves are in direct view from our front entrance, so we wanted something that would go with our modern décor. These brackets have a bit of an industrial, yet artistic look to them. We used the 6" brackets for 8" natural maple shelves. They have a brushed finish, but there are some irregularities in this - nothing that detracts from their look, however. The film used to protect the finish during shipping comes off easily. 

W. Sparrow

My wife and I were looking for an alternative to the same old brackets bought at the big box store without the cost of the specialty store. I bought a bunch and was given a very fair break on the the oddly calculated shipping. They are very attractive and heavy duty despite their fashionable look. The coating used for fabrication and protection during shipping peels off without too much fuss to reveal a fine finish to match the other side. If one anchors these in a stud, I would estimate they'll hold just about anything.

B. Brown