If you need more space in your closet, you may want to consider installing an adjustable metal track type closet storage system. Track systems offer much more storage space than a standard hanging rod and shelf, and they can be easily rearranged to meet your changing storage needs.

• Remove the existing shelf and rod from your closet.
• Lay the track storage components out on the floor and follow the instructions to see how they fit together.
• Use a stud finder to locate and mark the position of studs on the closet wall.
• Secure the horizontal track to the back wall near the ceiling with toggle bolts where there aren’t any studs, and wood screws where there are.
• Position the vertical standards on the wall every 24” or less, and secure them to the wall using toggles or screws.
• Use a hacksaw, bolt cutters, or reciprocating saw to cut wire shelves to length.
• Mount the shelf supports on standards.
• Position the wire shelves, hanging rods, and wire baskets on shelf supports where desired.

Watch this video for step-by-step instructions on how to install a track storage system in your closet.

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3. Joy@Wire Rope Clamps Says:
   January 25th, 2011 at 8:24 am

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