How to Install Lumber Racks

It is quite easy to install lumber racks, even with little experience in this type of work. The job can be accomplished with either a lumber rack kit or with custom racks designed to your specifications. Lumber rack installation is similar to most types of wall mount.

1. Use a stud finder to find a stud in the area you would like to place your lumber rack. After you find one stud, use the stud finder to locate the next stud either to the left or right of the first stud. The direction you go depends on where you want the rack to be located. Once you find your studs, mark where they are with a pencil. Studs are usually located about fourteen and a half inches from one another. 

2. Place one section of your rack material vertically against each of the studs. It is best to use a level to make sure each section is in the perfect place. If the lumber you will be using is really long, you may want to put up at least three sections of material against three different studs to help support the weight. 

3. Screw the racks into the studs where screw holes are provided. Don't skip any of the provided holes; doing so will make the racks less sturdy.

 4. Before you start placing lumber on your new racks, make sure to check the guide lines and weight limits of the type of racks you are using. If you want to put heavier weight on the racks you may want to go with a wooden or metal rack. These racks are more likely to hold up with really heavy lumber across them better than a plastic rack.