Adjustable shelving for pantry


Adjustable Pantry Shelving Makes Pantry Organization So Easy!

Published in 9.10.2020

 

One thing that most living spaces have in common, is the presence of a pantry of some sort. Whether it’s a small cabinet or a large walk-in space, the pantry area is essential to our every day lives. Keeping it organized is a challenge to everyone – including those of us who organize for a living. 

New Month, New Series

In this next series, we will be looking at different options for pantry optimization no matter what size or shape the pantry you have. Of course, Modular Closets has some of the best closet systems and accessories to help you reach your pantry goals and we will be taking a look at all of those options as we move through this series. 

Get Up and Go to Your Kitchen

I want you to take a moment and look at what you have in your pantry. I’m sure there are a few staples that most people store in their pantries like canned goods, cereal, flour, sugar, etc… But we all have our own tastes and that means that we have products of all shapes and sizes that your standard metal pantry shelving won’t always accommodate. 

Modular Closets Has A Solution

Modular Closets has customizable pantry systems that have adjustable pantry shelving that will help you keep your pantry decluttered and optimized no matter what your needs. All it takes is a few simple steps. First of all, group all of your foods and products together so that you can organize them in sections. Second, take some time to adjust the shelves to best suit your groups. For example, if all your pasta is on one shelf, it’s going to need to be a bit taller than the shelf that holds all of your baking goods. By doing this, you can keep the items that you use most frequently in easy reach.

 

These adjustable shelves also add an aesthetic element that you won’t find in most stand

ard pantry spaces. We all aspire for a Pinterest-worthy space and by adjusting your shelves to specifically fit your needs, you can eliminate any unused space creating a beautiful, clutter-free, pantry. 

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Buying Pantry Shelving Systems - everythingpantry.com

Are you confused wading through all the pantry shelving systems out there? It is overwhelming, to say the least. I have ventured into the shopping jungle and have gathered some key thoughts to help as a guide.

This article may contain affiliate links, but there is no endorsement of specific products, only the best advice that I can locate and continue to locate! The only products mentioned in this article are ones that have very happy customers.

If you don't have time to read the article, this is the summary:

ClosetMaid is easy to install, you save money with kits (but make sure you're buying pantry shelving and not their linen shelving) and it is the most budget-friendly. Overall, people are pretty happy with it.

Elfa and freedomRail have huge, happy fan followings. I'm not even buying pantry shelving right now - after reading so many posts by happy customers, I want to be in the Elfa/FreedomRail club (just so you know, those are two different companies!).

OK, ready for this? Let's find out more about shopping for pantry shelving systems!

Wall-mounted pantry systems

Most pantry shelving systems are wall mounted. It is CRITICAL that all pantry shelving systems are mounted correctly and with proper support. Pantry shelves hold heavy canned goods - not light clothing! Please refer to the article "Tips for Installing Pantry Systems" to educate yourself on best practices for installing shelving.

Most pantry shelving systems attach to the wall using a track or shelving standard (tracks are attached to the wall with slots to move shelf brackets around). Don't confuse this with shelving systems that are non-adjustable. These versions don't have shelving standards (tracks). Instead, each wire shelf comes with it's own bracket to attach to a wall.

Some people prefer the cleaner look without shelf tracks (it's also easier to repaint a wall, although it's best to remove the pantry system first before doing so. It is possible to create damage to the wall in attempting to remove tracks that were installed with special bolts).

Benefits of adjustable shelving

Adjustable shelving is highly recommended by many pantry owners because it gives the option of changing the space to fit food items. Shelf tracks allow for adjusting both wire and wood shelves.

Portability of pantry shelving

I never thought I would be writing about pantry shelving portability! I want to be sensitive to the needs of all my pantry friends, and some of you are renters. One pantry user needed something she could take with her since she always lives in rental situations (spoiler alert, she chose freedomRail because of strength and durability).

I can't say how awesome that is - everyone should be able to love the place they call home, even if its a rental!

Built in pantry shelving units

Built-in shelves are more attractive, especially for display, or a show pantry as in this featured pantry tour.

Note that ventilated (wire) shelving also comes in fixed versions with wall brackets. When shelves are positioned above each other, the large brackets can be awkward to work around.

Modular homes and cheaper construction tend to install nonadjustable wire shelving. I would guess that adjustable shelving is an upgrade.

When building wood built in pantry units, careful foresight is needed in the planning process to assure depth and height spacing that will accommodate food items over a lifetime.

Wire spacing varies among pantry shelving systems

Make sure to review the pantry line of each closet company, not the regular closet line. The pantry line will have shelves with wires that are more closely spaced together. More closely spaced means that small food items don't tip over on the shelves.

More wires also means adding to the weight of the shelf. The wire gauge for the pantry line might seem thinner than the closet shelf line. You will just have to compare if you are able to do that in person. It's not completely bad that the pantry shelving might be thinner, as long as the wires are close together to stop objects from tipping over (tipping is a common complaint with pantry wire shelving).

Differences in wire spacing among different pantry shelving systems.

Other considerations when buying pantry shelving systems

Closet, garage, and pantry shelving can be used interchangeably

Garage shelving is touted as "heavy-duty" but heavy-duty is ideal for pantry shelves, too. Closet shelving with the focus on clothing and linen storage is going to have 1-inch spaced wire for greater ventilation.  

For pantry shelves, be sure to buy 1/2" narrow spaced wires

1" gaps are too wide for food items to stay upright on. However, if the storage is for appliances, paper goods, and extra food containers, than 1" will work. Less wires in a shelf means less cost, but don't cheap out for pantry shelving. Here is a pantry tour that shows both pantry wire spacing options being used.

Buy whole-unit pantry kits or single shelf items individually

Whole-unit kits are appealing because they are ready-to-go and include adjustable shelving, but they will definitely come at a cost. Companies, such as Elfa, have perfected pantry shelving.

I would encourage you to really evaluate the unit and imagine what you would place in each section. This will help you determine if it will fit your needs satisfactorily. 

Straight pantry shelving has strong arguments, too. Space can be divided up with baskets and may turn out to be a more flexible option than a whole-unit kit.

Pantry shelving system cost

Overall, wire shelving is going to cost less in materials than wood shelving. However, there is a range in price and quality for wood shelves, so don't be so quick to dismiss wood shelves as an option.

Some of the companies have different price levels based on quality (ex. a high end product and low end). It's not quite as simple as saying Company A is cheaper than company B, especially when fancy accessories are added in. In general, we can make assumptions that one company will always be more expensive due to the fact that they are simply elevated into a higher quality category - prices reflect that.

When there are project overruns, it's always the poor pantry that takes a hit and our grandiose dreams get cut back. Pantry shelving systems can cost thousands of dollars. Sorry to pick on anyone, but companies such as California Closets and ELFA can cost 3x as much than more budget-friendly brands such as IKEA, ClosetMaid, and Rubbermaid.

I am in no way endorsing one product over the other. The only products mentioned in this article are ones that have very happy customers. Buying pantry shelving is a personal thing. Experienced pantry owners can offer helpful feedback of why they chose the product they did, which can help immensely with wading through decisions.

Make your pantry shelf budget stretch further with pantry shelf buying tips included in our "Pantry Shelf Planning Bundle!"

Stretch the pantry shelving budget

For more tips on buying pantry shelving on a budget, check out the "Pantry Shelf Planning Bundle" that features smart shopper buying tips!

Where to buy pantry shelf kits and pantry shelves

Below are the most common places that sell pantry shelving systems and pantry shelving. In most cases, you cannot buy direct from the manufacturer, but have to work with one of their retail sites. Some companies offer both wood and wire versions.

Comparing pantry shelving systems

There are some long-time players out there in the shelving market. 

DISCLAIMER: To get the most accurate information at the time of your purchase, you will need to check shelving products out yourself. Changes in the supply chain can have an effect on production and end product quality.

CLOSETMAID VS RUBBERMAID

ClosetMaid and Rubbermaid are two pantry shelving products that are often compared.

As for the shelf brackets, you are right the ClosetMaid supports are better quality. The have stamped ridges making them less prone to bend. All of the metal is still thinner as opposed to several years ago. Rubbermaid seems to be focusing on their new FastTrack for garage spaces. Those components are thicker and more rugged including the paint. At least the shelves and supports are all interchangeable. 

ClosetMaid

ClosetMaid ClosetMaid closet systems target both clothing and pantry systems. Here is a 4 foot pantry organizer system they offer that can hold up to 1000 lbs Kits are a great way to save money rather than buying the individual pieces. Users (that goes for both guys and gals) love the easy install. ClosetMaid has a positive reputation of being a cost-effective shelving solution.

NOTE: ClosetMaid shelving kits made specifically for pantries will have the wire spacing closer together than their line of kits made for clothing closets.

Don't forget that Closetmaid comes with accessories, like the over-the-door storage rack, perfect for small food bottles and boxes!

Rubbermaid

The Rubbermaid company is a big competitor with the ClosetMaid brand. Overall in my research, people were more happy with the installation process of ClosetMaid than the Rubbermaid users.

Rubbermaid also has a pantry kit, the Rubbermaid Pantry 36" Closet Storage Organization System Kit, 4 Shelf System for Pantry Storage. This kit highlights their TightMesh Shelves - these shelves have the wires placed closer together.

Since this product is labeled for pantry use, it means that the wires are closer together so bottles and boxes won't tip over so easily. The exact spacing of the wires was not specified, but you can tell on a close up of the product image that it is more narrow than their closet shelving (linen) products. 

Rubbermaid products are limited on Amazon and get mixed in with the clothing shelving. If you want a Rubbermaid product, enter the term in "rubbermaid tightmesh shelves" if you want to make sure you are purchasing narrow-spaced wires targeted for pantry use. There does seem to be more reports of the Rubbermaid brand feeling "more flimsy. " If you have a chance to compare, it wouldn't be a bad idea.

Don't get confused with the Rubbermaid shelving "Fast Track" product line when you see it (NOT to be confused with the Easy Track brand). The Fast Track system is more heavy-duty and targeted to the garage storage market. 
Note: the image features the pantry shelves in the Rubbermaid line.

Rubbermaid 41642 3' X 16" White TightMesh Shelf Kits

ELFA VS FREEDOM RAIL

Following are two main competitors, elfa and freedomRail. Organized Living owns freedomRail, and at one time, they also manufactured elfa. To compare each company is "getting into the weeds" and just may come down to personal preference.

There are not really complaints about either. Be careful if you read that one's shelf is not as nice as another, or one has a feature and another one does not. Some online forums can be from several years ago, and each company may have worked really hard to improve certain features - so compare in "real time. "

elfa

Elfa has many happy customers (like cult-following happy). Many die-hard ELFA fans speak enthusiastically about their wire shelving, proclaiming the product is "built like a tank!"  It is commonly known that elfa has seasonal sales. People plan for these sales, husband and wives team up with separate coupons to maximize sale benefits - it is a big thing.

Elfa users love the product and they plan out additions to their pantry empire via these sales. Most people have a budget, use the power of elfa sales to your advantage.

Note that wood shelving is also an option in the product line. Many people state that they don't like the look of wire shelving. Elfa is so well-made that the attractiveness of the wire shelving systems becomes a selling point.

Their shelving is an epoxy bonded steel product. It's easy to clean and is guaranteed for ten years not to peel as opposed to other steel shelving which is rubber or plastic coated.

freedomRail

FreedomRail has up to 50% more steel than most adjustable storage systems. The line is the strongest adjustable storage solution available, holding 170 pounds per linear foot. The company's history page reads "We were the first company to use epoxy powder coating on shelving. In 1976, the company launched its ventilated shelving line of products."

Today, freedomRail is Organized Living’s flagship product line, regarded with a reputation for high quality.

Are you curious how Freedom Rail compares to other shelving companies? FreedomRail notes in this PDF document, "freedomRail costs more than Closetmaid today, but not tomorrow. It is much higher in quality, so it provides the most strength, versatility and value for your customer. With 50 percent more steel and the freedom to adjust, your customers will save money in the long run because they will never have to replace their freedomRail storage system."

Another PDF from the same company compares freedomRail to all major players: Closetmaid, elfa, and Rubbermaid.

One last thing to mention, on the Organized Living site they offer GIFT CERTIFICATES!!! My inner homemaker geek is coming through - I would totally love a gift certificate to their store!

OTHER PANTRY SHELVING OPTIONS
EasyCloset

EasyClosets is another online company with lots of happy customers, They lean toward the melamine-covered particle board. Buyers report a happy website purchase experience and love the product and find it attractive.

EasyClosets compares in price to elfa, but be on the lookout for sales!

EasyTrack

The Easy Track system is a shelving standard system (uses tracks attached to the wall with slots to move shelf brackets around). 

I'm not seeing examples of using the systems for pantry storage, although one product description states: "Built to last from thermally fused laminate. Resists moisture and scratching—great for pantries." I'm wondering if Easy Track excels with clothing storage, but may not do well with daily use and the weight of canned goods?

You will find happy Easy Track customers, but beware of some quality issues. The particle board components can chip and break off. Not all Amazon reviews are "legit" but I am concerned if the quality is a problem.

IKEA

Oh, the beloved IKEA! IKEA always enters the discussion of pantry shelving. I recall someone making a comment that IKEA was made for things like pantries. Their storage is affordable, attractive, and has enough features and extras to make people happy.

Things don't break right away and the customer gets to enjoy it for awhile. IKEA offers its own line of products which periodically change. The word being tossed around these days is the PAX system. 

It's not easy for me and others to get to a nearby IKEA. I have ordered a mirror off of their website and was surprised that they shipped it. I attempted to order a mattress which would have come in a small box, and that proved too pricey to ship. I had a friend who went through the whole process and ordered a kitchen from them. All in all, it was a success, but a commitment (the store was 3 1/2 hours away). 

I won't say too much about IKEA, if you're a loyal fans - you know who you are. 

Pantry shelving design services

Pantries are big business. Most companies recognize this and provide free closet designing software on their website (or have staff in-store that can offer free help). By the way, just because a company has a design app doesn't mean it's great software!

This article won't be recommending any companies based on their software - sometimes you catch them at a glitchy moment and other times improvements require giving them a second look. I might take a spin at a later date and try out the closet planners and report back - but not now.

Pantry shelving systems: the wire vs. wood debate

To see more of this ongoing debate, visit "Wood or Wire Pantry Shelving, Which is Better?" It is such an important choice that I touch on it again here. If you're really struggling with deciding between wood or wire pantry shelving, a Wood vs. Wire Decision Maker is included in the "Pantry Shelf Planning Bundle" -check it out!

Committed to solid wood shelving? I just want to point out that all of the big manufacturer's use particle board. On the Simple Closet website, they have a chart comparing pantry shelving materials from all of the big pantry shelving system manufacturers.

Simple Closet is one of the few that offers solid wood, but of course, it will cost more. It is true that wood has a more finished, built-in look, and is more charming. There are options to solid wood, since most people cannot afford that: plywood and MDF (medium density fiberboard). Both products are made from wood fibers.

The home construction guru, Bob Villa, lays out the MDF vs plywood comparison on his website.

With plywood and MDF, it's important to do a nice job with the edge binding to give the pantry a finished, upscale look. One thing to point out, melamine also comes in wood "tones". The product looks like wood, but at a fraction of the cost. Installing a true wood closet costs 3-4 times the price.

Many people opt for pine material for shelving and then paint over it as a way to keep the budget under control. I have laminate-covered shelving and interiors in kitchen cupboards built in 2008, and they are amazing. The interiors are bright white and I can see everything, and they are easy to wipe down, and don't look cheap.

Wire pantry shelving systems

The problem with wire shelves

Let's address the elephant in the room: the quality of the wire, tackiness, and yellowing issues. 

First of all, any shelving within the cooking zone is going to get a build up of grease - that goes for wire as well as wood. This results in a tacky feeling. Seriously, take a look at your oven vent hood, I know mine is gross!

In the past, there have been comments floating around the Internet about wire coating being tacky and yellowing - the stickiness attracting dust and dirt. This is more of a deterioration discussion. If you come across such comments, they were likely true - in the past. Both companies are now using advanced technology to prolong the life of their wire products.

ClosetMaid's website states "ClosetMaid ventilated wire shelving systems feature fully-encapsulated, vinyl-coated wires and welds at every intersection to protect against corrosion and maintain structural integrity over the life of the product."

According to the Rubbermaid information PDF, "steel [shelving] is coated with an epoxy-polyester coating for a hard, smooth and durable finish. Provides easy gliding surface for hangers, resists chipping, will not discolor or peel, and will not become tacky over time."

The ELFA brand is not covered with a plastic coating. According to The Container Store, the company that owns ELFA, states that the product is "Made from exceptionally strong epoxy-bonded steel, Elfa can easily handle everything from a library of books to garden equipment." They also have guaranteed their product for ten years not to peel as opposed to other steel shelving which is rubber or plastic coated.

Pantry shelving purchase checklist

Below is a checklist of important factors to consider when buying pantry shelving. Pick up your ready-to-go Pantry Shelving Evaluation Checklist included in the "Pantry Shelf Planning Bundle" -check it out!

"Beware of big box stores offering cheaper components and lack of future availability. "

Installing pantry shelving systems

It wouldn't be right to mention buying pantry shelving kits and systems without talking about the installation of them. Most shelving systems are designed to be easy to install for do-it-yourselfers. Anyone with or without carpentry skills can install a system - no gender favorites here.

From one happy customer, "I thought I’d hire a guy” like always - but I bought some bolt cutters on Amazon and put it up MYSELF!!! ... I felt so empowered doing it myself- I did actually a better job than the LAST guy did."

Most pantry shelving systems are wall mounted. It is CRITICAL that all pantry shelving systems are mounted correctly and with proper support. Pantry shelves hold heavy canned goods - not light clothing! Please visit "Tips for Installing Pantry Shelving Systems" to learn more.

Special mention

Here are a few companies and products that have crossed my path while researching this article:

In conclusion

I started the Everything Pantry website back in 2007. Since then, pantry interest has exploded among homeowners. Yet, most of the online companies selling pantry systems seem to be a bit lackluster in their product focus. Summing it up, they don't seem to be feeling the same enthusiasm as the rest of us.

Don't expect to navigate pretty company sites with pages of breath-taking pantries - I didn't. Companies are still caught up working out glitches for their online software and catching some of the closet industry traffic. If it was a contest between websites, none of them would win. It sounds a bit harsh, but I'm just surprised.

Keep the focus on what your needs are to finish your project. No one can take away that happy, feeling of brand new (and organized!) pantry shelving.

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фа Регулируемая стальная про волока металлическихстелла жей для установки в стойку для Кладовой шкаф кухня прачечна я 72"x48"x18"

Преимущества Провод стеллажей:
1) прочная конструкция с отличным хромированная отделка
2) полок и add-on структуры
3) с регулируемыми ножками
4) простота сборки и разборки, не требуется никаких инструментов
5) Высокое Качество и Разумные Цены
6) многоцелевого Использования

Стандартные форматы просто провод стеллаж, как указано ниже , однако пользовательский размер приемлемым:

Для тяжелого режима работы провод стеллажи стандартные размеры
Глубина (мм) 14" / 355 18" / 457 21" / 533 24" / 609
Длина (мм)
14" / 355 14" * 14" / 355*355 18" * 14" /457*355 21" * 14" / 533*355 24" * 14" / 609*355
24" / 609 14" * 24" / 355*609 18" * 24" / 457*609 21" * 18" / 533*609 24" * 24" / 609*609
30" / 757 14" * 30" / 355*757 18" * 30" / 457*757 21" * 18"/ 533*757 24" * 30" / 609*757
36" / 907 14" * 36" / 355*907 18" * 36" / 457*907 21" * 18" / 533*907 24" * 36" / 609*907
42" / 1060 14" * 42" / 355*1060 18" * 42" / 457*1060 21" * 18" / 533*1060 24" * 42" / 609*1060
48" / 1215 14" * 48" / 355*1215 18" * 48" / 457*1215 21" * 18" / 533*1215 24" * 48" / 609* 1215
54" / 1370 14" * 54" / 355*1370 18" * 54" / 457*1370 21" * 18" / 533*1370 24* 54" / 609*1370
60" / 1518 14" * 60" / 355*1518 18" * 60" / 457*1518 21" * 18" / 533*1518 24" * 60" / 609*1518
72" / 1822 14" * 72" / 355*1822 18" * 72" / 457*1822 21" * 18" / 533*1822 24* 72" / 609*1822

Такие как 14'/33'/54'/60'/72'/74'/82'' для одной из компонент. и может быть еще выше с должности на две части


опции окончательной обработки медицинских провод стеллажные системы:

О нас:

Городе просто металлические Products Co., Ltd была основана в 2005 году. С нашими усилиями и развития, просто металлические компания превратилась в профессиональных и ведущим производителем Провод полок. В течение многих лет Мы воспользовался такой передовой технологии и накопленных много богатый опыт, что обеспечивает высокое качество провод полок. С экспортных продаж, качество стало необходимым, автоматическая и полуавтоматическая сварка машин, автоматическая перфорирование машин, металлической проволоки режущих машин, провода и трубы изгиба машин, полировка машины.


Часто задаваемые вопросы:

Q: 1. В чем преимущество с помощью системы стеллажей

A: экономия пространства , позволяет Вам Организованной, экономичного, функциональных и быстро собрать и быстро настроить, быстрая очистка

Q: 2. Порядок сборки стеллажей? Было бы необходимости любой Сервис?

А у нас есть инструкции, вы можете собрать его в соответствии с нашей инструкции. Его легко собрать без инструментов.

Q: 3. Как по поводу размеров и отделки поверхности на полках?

A: Мы многие основные размеры полки, также могут быть настроены в соответствии с вашей просьбой. Также там есть поверхность, хромированный, Порошковое покрытие(любого цвета), оцинкованные, охватываемых порошок покрытие.

Q; 4. Будет вам предлагают бесплатные образцы?

A: Мы предлагаем бесплатные образцы 1 комплект для наших клиентов бесплатно с экспресс-перевозки коллекции.

Q: 5. Что такое MOQ? Как насчет выплаты таким образом?

A: Базового размера MOQ-20. Пользовательские размеры MOQ 30 устанавливает каждому пункту повестки дня. Наш способ платежа обычно T/T 30 %, 70 % баланса в отношении копировать транспортировочные doc.

Q: 6. Что такое о вашем время выполнения заказа контейнера заказ?

A: Базового размера раунда 30 дней, настраиваемые элементы 40 дней после получения депозита.

Q: 7. Какой у вас преимущество в том же промышленных провода стеллажей?

A: Обеспечивает профессиональное решение для хранения данных, стабильного высокого качества и управления современным производственным технологиям, качество послепродажного обслуживания

Q: 8. Где находится ваша компания? Как мы можем посетить?

Ответ: Да, добро пожаловать. Наша компания добавить: Новые Базы Промышленного Парка, NanCheng Района, Городе, Провинции Гуандун. Приветствуем ваше посещение и мы можем организовать наш водитель для выезда из отеля. Около 50 минут езды от Гуанчжоу или из аэропорта Шэньчжэня для нашей компании.

Shelves and shelves for pantry - ISaloni - interior studio, wallpaper salon

Contents

4 series of products and 5 matching accessories

Pantry is a closed small space where it is very difficult to choose furniture by size. IKEA has several combinations and individual items just right for small rooms. They will help organize storage practical and wisely.

Series

1. Kungfors

These accessories are hardly a complete storage combination. But they are so convenient due to their versatility that they cannot be ignored when decorating a pantry. Hang hooks and railings on the wall, and woven fabric string bags for groceries on them. So you can store vegetables without a refrigerator, such as potatoes or carrots. It is convenient to store household chemicals or dishes on the cart and shelves. During the festive serving, you will not need to delve into boxes on dusty mezzanines. Just roll out the trolley, rinse the new items under running water and put them on the table.

2. Kallax

Another IKEA veteran. Callax is one of the most numerous storage lines. Here are tables, and racks, and whole walls and combinations. Combine sections, use different colors, and adjust the number of shelves. In general, fantasize by adding and removing drawers, shelves, compartments. Thus, you will form the most convenient storage system for yourself. "Kallaks" is good for the pantry, and for the dressing room, and for the kitchen, with its help you can zone the space and add functionality to a small room. For example, a transforming table with a rack will allow you not only to store things in the pantry, but also to work or be creative.

3. Skodis

The Skodis series of storage accessories has an interesting storage solution: a wall panel with elastic bands. This is an ingenious combination in its simplicity, which can be used both separately and together. Hang the panel on the wall and place there all the little things that are constantly lost: spare keys, sewing accessories. Elastic bands secure them to the board.

4. "Ivar"

In the collection of the "Ivar" series: racks and combinations that are ideal for organizing a pantry. For example, an open rack made of solid pine looks natural and extremely concise. Fill it with shelves by content usage frequency. At eye level, place the most frequently used items, under the ceiling - the least needed, and below you can leave the space open and store every little thing, such as sports accessories.

Accessories

1. Gabbig wicker basket

The basket will not only conveniently, but also stylishly organize the pantry space. It will perform the function of an organizer if you hang a small cute tag on it, where it will be indicated what is stored, or expiration dates will be marked when it comes to food.

2. Observator hanging basket

Hanging storage always saves a little extra space for new things, for example, with this accessory you can store a couple of flat boxes or jars on the shelf, and fit groceries in the basket itself.

3. Fyantig hooks

The devil is in the details, remember? Even in a closed pantry it will be beautiful! A set of elegant black hooks in the form of chairs can be used in two ways at once. Of course, you can hang anything on them, such as fabric storage containers. In addition, the miniature seat of each chair can serve as a mini-shelf for various little things: letters, keys, wires or jewelry.

4. Hook "Brandur"

Was it possible? Yes! One hook, but how many benefits - all bike owners will understand what it is about, because this is a special hook for him. "Brandur" can be fixed against a long wall in the pantry and just hang a bike on it. No more hallway storage!

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Ristorp Basket

The mesh basket is a good organizer, which also allows you to see at a glance where the right thing is. Use them in open shelving in the manner of drawers or put them on hanging shelves.

Equipment for a small pantry with the Algot system from IKEA

Initial data: a small pantry in Khrushchev (the plan is presented below) and a very modest budget, from the word "no")))
A little background. The owner's small closet caused a lot of controversy. The room was certainly necessary and necessary, but, devoid of any well-thought-out system of shelves, it inevitably turned into a rubbish dump in which it was impossible to navigate. Despite the annual crusades with dismantling, revision and putting things in order - the latter was accurately described by the phrase "the devil will break his leg."

I started planning by considering how many things the new system would need to fit. A long list of everything was compiled, then this mass was divided into categories (clothes, shoes, tools, furniture, carpets, hardware for computers, household appliances, etc.)

Then the scenario for using these categories was determined - what should be in quick access, and what - you can shove away. This point is very important, with this form of pantry - narrow and long, and near the door it should be comfortable and wide enough for a person with a chair / stepladder to pass.

And, finally, they began to select and assemble shelves and accessories from the long-planned IKEA Algot series. Dwelling on the question “why Algot?”, I will note that this series did not cause doubts: the number of details and solutions is striking in its completeness and the opportunities that open up. The agony of choice remained, since there is something to choose from and it is difficult to “get together” for the first time and not forget why everything was started, carried away by typing and sorting)))

After the selection process, 3 system configurations were assembled.
Each of them has both disadvantages and advantages, and only 1 turned out to be optimal - No. 3.

And now photos and pictures in order.
Storage system layout plan, dimensional drawing:


Wall sweeps - dimensional drawings.
Wall to the left of the door:

Wall to the right of the door:

View of the doorway - makes it clear which passage remains when the door is slightly opened and orients according to the heights of the shelves.

And now a photo of the installation stages, first a photo of an almost empty pantry:

Luminaire directly above the door. The lamp has a cord - a switch (this is convenient when there is no space on the walls to place a conventional switch). What hangs in the center of the opening is an extension cord for connecting a puncher, etc. It will be removed at the end.

The installation is finished (it took about 3 hours and an hour to clean up dust and debris), but things are not folded yet:

Well, the result in terms of spaciousness met all expectations. Everything that didn’t fit before fit in, and there was still a place left in 4 baskets under clothes for a reserve and one free deep shelf on the left at the entrance. Cleaning and revision of what is stored now takes much less time and effort, which became the most important achievement of the design. In addition, all things are freely visible, so losing something in the new pantry will be problematic, the owners immediately appreciated this moment!

As planned - the most necessary in the hand access zone just outside the door: the vacuum cleaner has found its rightful place in the most convenient place. Small tools and other belongings fit on the right on narrow shelves. In the near future, I plan to arrange small things in special boxes (although their owners will not buy them in Ikea)
And you don’t need to fumble for the switch - it’s right on top))

sundries, as well as narrow shelves on the right side at the very top will be replaced by wide ones in order to fit more into the resulting "mezzanine".

Note: during the planning process, a nook appeared on the left wall at the very end behind the frames with clothes - it was used to store tall and narrow things: rolls of carpets, remnants of building materials and other things needed in the household: they are not visible there and they are securely fixed between wall and frame.

The Algot system proved to be very, very good. There were no shortcomings, except for the high cost of individual components. It is an inexpensive and beautiful, moreover, a well-thought-out way to invest a minimum and get the maximum return. With proper planning, the multifunctionality of the system can pleasantly surprise.

I have already planned another configuration from this set - this time for the workplace. But that's a little later.))

IKEA pantry shelving: creating a beautiful and comfortable room

Pantry shelving is a popular piece of furniture that helps create a comfortable workspace. Bulky furniture is rapidly giving way to light and compact designs that perfectly cope with the storage function and at the same time take care of the living space. If for large and private houses the rack is a matter of taste, then for small rooms it is a functional solution.

In our new review, we find out how IKEA pantry shelving can change the way you live, decorate your space and help you enjoy your daily routine.

IKEA metal shelving or balcony new life

Balcony has long been perceived as part of the apartment, and not as an extension. It is not surprising that he is assigned the role of a full-fledged room. Who will refuse morning coffee in the first rays of the sun in the fresh air or aromatic evening tea against the backdrop of a sleeping city?

The area of ​​the balcony is small, but there is a need to organize a corner for storing personal belongings, garden supplies or utensils. Do not clutter up the space, and at the same time, a metal rack helps to solve the issue.

Model feet with plastic pads to prevent scratches on the floor. To prevent the structure from tipping over under the weight of things on the shelves, it must be fixed to the wall.

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  1. Series models are made of steel.
  2. They are easy to assemble and do not require any tools.
  3. The design looks easy due to the shelves in the form of lattices.

They are removable and easily adjustable in height, so you can store anything on the shelves. The legs are also adjustable, and therefore the structure can be installed even on uneven floors.

IKEA shelving units series are easy to combine with each other, so you can expand the storage area if necessary.

Just remember to screw the racks to the wall.

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Shelves can be combined with cabinets from the same series to create comfortable walls.

Furniture maintenance is simple: use a damp cloth to remove dust. For other dirt, you can use a soft washcloth and a non-abrasive detergent. Galvanized steel will protect furniture from rust. The legs are adjustable and allow you to install furniture on uneven floors.

If you choose a shelving unit combined with a cabinet, you can be sure of a secure fixation with a magnetic lock.

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Wooden shelving for comfort in the house

IKEA wooden shelving unit is not only comfortable, beautiful and functional. It is also cozy and automatically fills the room with its warmth. On such shelves it is especially pleasant to store stocks of cereals, pasta, spices and spices, flour, dishes and kitchen tools. It will help decorate the room and save the living space. Get ready for the fact that the desire to pamper your loved ones with delicious pies and fragrant dinners will visit you more often. And everyday routine things will no longer be boring: after all, decorating a shelf with a bowl is real creativity.

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Purchasing shelving for the pantry, balcony or kitchen is a rational solution in the spirit of the times.

You can:

  1. Save space.
  2. Get comfortable storage space.
  3. Decorate the room, because open storage allows you to play with the filling of the shelves and create original compositions from personal items. For example, you can try to stack the plates by color.
  4. Shelving can be used not only along the wall. Through models help to easily zone a large room. The heavy wall and closet are no longer used in interiors that require boundaries.

If you decide to use a shelving unit in the middle of a room, make sure it is not overloaded and will not fall over. With this decision, furniture performs a more decorative function, and therefore it is appropriate to organize the storage of souvenirs from trips, favorite records or books on the shelves.

When installing furniture along the wall, take care of its fasteners. IKEA offers to choose fasteners based on the thickness of your walls and the material from which they are built. Therefore, in many furniture models, there are no fasteners in the package. This is not a bug, but a precautionary measure from the company.

Whatever size or material you decide to buy a shelving unit, the main thing is that it will decorate the room and help you neatly fold things.

shelving units with glass doors and shelves, white models with glass

Nowadays, books are increasingly being replaced by modern electronic devices that provide us with more convenient access to useful information. As a rule, the younger generation is not in the habit of buying bound books. However, opinions are divided, and many people believe that reading books in electronic form is less familiar and inconvenient.

If you dream of creating a book corner or a library in your apartment, then you need to think about purchasing a comfortable and sophisticated bookcase. Products from Ikea will help you with this and become an integral part of your interior. It is worth noting that the company is famous every year for an increasing number of positive reviews and strives to keep the brand, producing only the best quality furniture.

Many customers comment on the furniture's practicality, durability, and easy installation with the included instructions.

Features

Wardrobes from the Swedish company Ikea have their own advantages and are distinguished by quality, variety of models and prices for every taste. They will solve your problem with storing books, while they will not take up much space and will help in creating home comfort. When choosing a product, you can stop at hanging cabinets, as they are very convenient and practical.

Also available in a wide range of floor cabinets, display cabinets and shelving units. It should be added that the buyer has the opportunity to match the product to the furniture he already has for a complete combination with the overall style of the interior.

Varieties

Consider the popular series of cabinets from the Swedish manufacturer.

Billy

It has been estimated that every five seconds the famous Billy shelving unit is bought worldwide. This series of furniture has been produced and sold since 1979. This is the preference of true book lovers, because the classics never go out of style. Billy cabinets are a modular design, equipped with glass or wooden doors, as well as additional shelves and drawers for a variety of things.

Morliden cabinets are one of the popular cabinets in this series. Their main difference is frosted glass, which gives the room style and sophistication.

"Oxberg" will undoubtedly be able to perfectly complement the interior in a trendy Nordic style. Shelves and drawers will help you store literature and items of various sizes. This will help keep order and create home comfort.

Presented bookcases and racks of this series are small in size, made of materials for every taste, which will save a lot of money when buying furniture and make your life more convenient and comfortable.

"Brogult"

"Brogult" wardrobes are distinguished by their simple design, compactness and spaciousness, which is very much appreciated by buyers with small apartments and houses. Most often, such cabinets do not have doors and consist of many shelves on which it is convenient to store books.

The materials from which they are made are among the most environmentally friendly. At the same time, they have a more affordable price than those products that are made from natural raw materials or solid wood.

The bookcases of this series are very compact, stable and available in various heights, you can also adjust the position of the shelves yourself when installing the furniture. You can leave the distance you need between the shelves.

The color palette of this cabinet model includes several traditional options, ranging from white to dark wood. Therefore, these cabinets are in demand among those buyers who do not like bright and catchy colors. Furniture of such tones, as a rule, can be well combined with a variety of shades of furniture.

Wegby

Wegby cabinets will serve as shelving units. They are suitable even for the smallest rooms. Shelves can be adjusted in height. This furniture design guarantees durability and maximum stability. The racks are very easy to set up and can be easily attached to the wall with self-tapping screws or other fasteners.

The main advantage of such racks is that they can store not only small items, but also relatively heavy items weighing more than twenty kilograms.

Hamnes

These stylish solid wood cabinets are the epitome of a classic. The series includes not only bookcases, but also coffee tables and TV furniture. A closet with blind doors or glass will allow you to show or hide items. Its convenience lies in the fact that you yourself can decide on which side to install the door with a closer, which closes smoothly and silently.

Traditional style and quality are the hallmarks of the Hamnes range, but you won't miss the opportunity to show off your solid pine furniture, a natural, renewable material that only looks better with time.

"Brusali"

Cabinets of this series are distinguished by their high price, as their design consists of large and massive parts. So the manufacturer emphasized that the furniture requires installation in large rooms. The cabinets are equipped with a secure fastening system for storing heavy items. You can also install several additional shelves, in addition to the main five.

Brusali cupboards are only available in two basic shades: white and dark chocolate. They do not look like modern wardrobes, their design is classic, so it will never lose its relevance and will always be in demand among buyers.

Liatorp

Liatorp display cabinets are primarily an indicator of luxury and sophistication, quality and style, suitable for storing valuables or rare collector's editions of books. When buying this furniture, you need to pay attention to the fact that Liatorp bookcases are considered one of the most expensive and prestigious. However, the price remains affordable for many regular customers, as the manufacturer remains true to its principles when creating high-quality and affordable furniture.

The shelving is done in light colors, which allows the cabinet to blend perfectly with modern interior design. The main advantage of the model is that the shelves have the ability to hold large items weighing about forty kilograms. A wardrobe for your books and things can be supplemented with doors, which will make it more modern and practical.

This model can be used not only for storing things, it can also serve as a place for a TV or other household appliances.

How to choose?

When choosing a bookcase or bookcase, you should determine how much space it will take up, because a lot depends not only on taste preferences, but also on the size of the room where the bookcase will be placed.


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