How to Hang Closet Shelves
In order to organize your closet, hang shelves to provide you with more space and options to set up your personal belongings. These types of kits are readily available at your local retailer and do not require an extensive amount of time or expertise to properly hang them.
Things You Will Need:
- Tape measure
- Pencil
- Stud finder
- Power drill
- Shelf kit
- Plan the location of where you want to hang the shelves. When determining the exact location in your closet, it is important to take into consideration the height of the shelves and the height of the location from the floor. Make a mark with a pencil on the wall where you plan on hanging your shelves.
- Modify the size of the shelf, if necessary, so that it fits into the space you have available. You may even need to cut it in order to make an abstract design with the shelves for a unique organization option in your closet.
- Locate the studs in the walls with a stud finder and mark the location where each clip will go with an “X.” Make sure that you are measuring according to the width of the shelves and move in by 1 inch to allow for a slight overhang.
- Drill holes where the clips are going to be inserted. These holes should be 1/4-inch wide. Insert the clips according to the instructions provided by the manufacturer and secure them into place.
- Place the support bar onto the clips and hang the shelves as designed. You can now begin to place your personal belongings on the shelves in your closet.