We're renting a house with exposed brick walls inside, and would like to put up some shelves. The landlord doesn't want us drilling into the brick itself, but he's fine with us drilling into the mortar. If we mount shelves this way, will the mortar be strong enough to hold them up?
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2Depends on the shelf geometry, fasteners, and mortar.– pophamCommented Oct 7, 2023 at 0:46
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Please clarify your specific problem or provide additional details to highlight exactly what you need. As it's currently written, it's hard to tell exactly what you're asking.– Community BotCommented Oct 7, 2023 at 10:07
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@popham and the load!– HuesmannCommented Oct 7, 2023 at 13:36
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Ask for forgiveness not permission. Move in fees are non-refundable anyway. The dick move would be taking your shelves when you move out. You're making improvements to the house, go nuts. "Some planter boxes? Sure. Your 60" TV? No." Tapcons don't list spec for mortar. diy.stackexchange.com/questions/51888/…– MazuraCommented Oct 7, 2023 at 15:41
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Or Why did concrete screws feel loose when installed in a brick wall?– MazuraCommented Oct 7, 2023 at 15:51
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Unless you are placing a lot of weight on the shelves mounting in the mortar would be prefered. Be sure you use the appropriate anchors. The directions will give you information on the size, number etc for the amount of weight you want to support. This link may help: https://www.wikihow.com/Hang-Something-on-Brick
