Angles, Brackets & Braces

Angles, brackets, and braces are the connectors that make projects stronger, straighter, and easier to assemble. From building shelves and cabinets to reinforcing frames and repairing furniture, these metal supports join materials at precise angles, prevent racking, and distribute loads where you need them most.

Common types include L-brackets, T-brackets, corner braces, mending plates, gussets, slotted angles, Z-clips, joist hangers, and heavy-duty shelf brackets. Choose from cold‑rolled steel for strength, stainless steel for corrosion resistance, galvanized steel for outdoor or treated lumber, and aluminum or brass for weight savings or decorative finishes. Popular coatings—zinc-plated, powder-coated, and black finishes—add durability and match project aesthetics.

Selection is straightforward with a few checks:
- Match the bracket’s load rating and gauge to the job.
- Verify leg length, hole spacing, and slot adjustability for your layout.
- Confirm true 90° accuracy where alignment matters.
- Use code-listed connectors for structural framing or deck work.
- Pair with the right fasteners: wood screws or structural screws for timber, machine screws and nuts for metal, and anchors for masonry.

Installation tips that save time and improve results:
- Lay out with a square; clamp parts before drilling.
- Pre‑drill pilot holes to avoid splitting and to seat screws cleanly.
- Support heavy components while fastening; check level and plumb.
- Use washers where slots allow movement; tighten in sequence.

Applications span cabinetry, closets, garage storage, pergolas, decking (use rated galvanized or stainless connectors), HVAC mounting, electrical enclosures, and solar racking. Whether you need a heavy duty corner brace, a right angle bracket for a clean wall mount, a slotted angle for adjustability, or a low‑profile mending plate for quick repairs, the right connector speeds installation and extends service life.

Shop by material, finish, size, and rating to match your environment and load. Stock a small range of angles, brackets, and braces, and you’ll be ready to align, reinforce, and mount with confidence on any project.