Our Story

At The Shelf Shop, we take pride in crafting high-quality, custom floating shelves designed to elevate any space.

What started as a passion-driven venture by my parents, Brian and Sherry, has grown into a full-scale operation serving homeowners, contractors, and interior designers nationwide.

Our journey has been anything but predictable. My parents, Brian and Sherry, built this business from the ground up—literally. It all started in a garage in Pittsburgh, where they worked around the clock, handcrafting and perfecting each shelf. But woodworking was always in their blood. Brian’s grandfather owned a lumber mill in Miami, and Sherry was a tole painter long before they ever thought about making shelves. Their combined creativity and drive laid the foundation for what The Shelf Shop is today.

We’ll never forget waking up one morning to find our floating shelf featured on the front page of Etsy’s email ad. That was over six years ago, and while we were one of the first to offer floating shelves on Etsy, today we stand apart as one of the few shops that specialize in both stained and painted finishes. Achieving the flawless, furniture-grade paint finish we’re known for didn’t happen overnight—it took years of testing, refining, and perfecting every step of our process.

Like many small businesses, we’ve faced challenges. The 2008 crash, career changes, and financial struggles all played a part in shaping our story. When the pandemic hit, I found myself out of work and joined my parents to help grow the business. Since then, we’ve expanded into a larger facility, increased production, and built a team of skilled craftsmen and artisans who share our commitment to quality.

We’re no longer just a small mom-and-pop shop—we now work with contractors, interior designers, and homeowners looking for high-end shelving solutions that combine beauty and functionality. Whether you need a single statement shelf or custom shelving for a large-scale project, we’re here to deliver exceptional quality with a personal touch.

This business has given our family so much—an opportunity to work together, the chance to give back by employing seminary students who need flexible schedules, and most importantly, the ability to create something lasting.

On behalf of The Shelf Shop team: Thank you for trusting us with your space.

– Brian & Sherry; Andrew & Sarah