About the 10-inch Flare Cleat 10 inch cleat supports 50 pounds Each cleat is 1.25 inch tall. When interlocked the pair is 1.875 inches tall Aluminum cleat is 3/64 inch thick and made of aircraft-grade aluminum Wall standoff is 5/16 inch Holes are one inch on center and alternate from large to small hole. Alternating holes allow you to easily level the cleat and/or use larger screws in studs. Small screw hole accommodates up to #8 screw and large screw hole accommodates up to #12 screw You can cut aluminum cleats to smaller lengths with any carbide tip saw. Note, the weight supported is 60 pounds per linear foot of cleat The flare shape of the cleat makes it easier to engage the two cleats and allows some flexibility on non-plumb walls Related Content What is a French Cleat Hanger and Why You Need ThemHow to Choose the Proper Aluminum French Cleats
