Hanging Diy Closet Shelves And Rods

Measure and mark the lumber for the two side shelves four wall cleats for the side shelves closet rod and top shelf image 1.

Hanging diy closet shelves and rods.

We placed the top of the rod 35 in. We placed the top of the rod 35 in. All you need to gain a lot of hanging space in your closet is two metal closet brackets and a length of closet rod. If your existing closet rod is at least 66 in.

To finish off the closet shelves add strips of 1 x2 poplar to the front of each shelf and cubby divider. If this is the case mount the closet rod below the shelf. Closet rod lets hangers slide freely offering easy hanger adjustment. Nail a few nails into the top of each divider through the shelf above to secure it in place.

If there is a shelf above the rod determine the vertical distance from the rod to the shelf. Use a few finishing nails to hold each piece in place. The smooth tubular design of the closetmaid superslide the smooth tubular design of the closetmaid superslide 6 ft. Locate studs on the back wall of the closet with a stud finder.

Two inches should be suffice. From the floor there s enough space to add a second rod below it and still hang shirts and slacks. From the floor which allowed just enough room to hang two levels of pants. The durable body is constructed of steel for strength and resistance to sagging.

Locate studs on the back wall of the closet with a stud finder. A double rod set up should have the bottom rod mounted at 3 5 feet 1 1 m and the upper rod mounted at 7 feet 2 1 m. You can buy one from the store but making a diy version gives you the option to easily customize the height length to fit your closet plus it s inexpensive quick and fun to make your own. From the floor there s enough space to add a second rod below it and still hang shirts and slacks.

Leave wiggle room between closet rods and shelves. May 12 2018 explore sassi space s board closet rod ideas on pinterest. One of the easiest ways to instantly double your hanging space in a closet is to add a hanging rod. If there is a shelf above the rod you should make sure the rod is at least 2 inches 5 1 cm below the shelf.

If your existing closet rod is at least 66 in. Cut the side shelves wall cleats for the side shelves closet rod and top shelf image 2. Repeat for the middle row and top row of shelves. Prime and paint all wood parts after cutting image 3.

See more ideas about closet rod closet organization shallow closet ideas. A minimum of 10 inches is best but it ll depend on the size of your hangers. In general it s a good idea to mount a single rod at 5 feet 1 5 m tall. Say a shelf built into your closet obstructs the optimal rod placement position.

Measure for the distance away from the wall.