Using a drill bit slightly smaller than the screws you will be using, drill pilot holes into the wall studs at the marked locations. This will make driving the screws easier and prevent the wood from splitting.
Step 4 · Drill Pilot Holes
Using a drill bit slightly smaller than the screws you will be using, drill pilot holes into the wall studs at the marked locations. This will make driving the screws easier and prevent the wood from splitting.