Project completed not using CNC but wanted to share.
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So is the nightstand basically a floating shelf. How did you attach it to the wall? I am older and do not hold onto the furniture but if I lost my balance I would like to be able to hold onto the nightstand and not have it collapse under my weight.
There is a video on YouTube that shows the holding power of sheetrock fasteners. I used the type that spring out when pushed into the wall. These are supposed to be rated for about 100 lbs. before pulling out. I have two in each shelf.
I pushed on them to test the strength and they seemed strong but I hope I never have to put them to the test.
That’s just me. My wife wanted them and she gets what she wants. 
Oh, The best fastener is to lag screw directly into a stud. DUH!
Actually, the best fastener for that purpose is legs! 
If you ever have to look at the fastening system again, look at floating shelf systems. Some of them are very robust, as they are simply lag screws with a long “head” that then can be inserted into a hole in the shelf. Everything is hidden like your fasterners, but they would be stronger.
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