Hi,

I have a custom-built shelf with two sections where the total width is 2 m. Now, I want to remove some shelves to "recess" the TV and thus remove the supporting middle. I'm considering installing 2 steel profiles between the outer sides (one on the outermost and one on the innermost) which would be screwed into the side walls. The total weight of the shelf above and the content (books) is estimated to be around 180 kg.

What dimension of steel profile should I use? See the concept in the image with the profiles in red Diagram showing before and after layout of a built-in shelf with a red steel beam added for support in the "after" section to accommodate a TV.

If you have other tips/ideas on how to solve the problem, they are also welcome :)
 
I have made shelves from 10mm threaded rod that you thread through the shelves and secure with a nut+washer above and below each shelf. Like this: Shelves made from 10mm threaded rods with wood shelves fixed by nuts and washers, showing a completed DIY project in a living room setup.
 
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