Wood Closet Shelves

You know you need more storage in your home but how to get it? There are lots of options and solutions available today. One tried and true solution is the use of wood in your closet. There are many types of wood to choose from as they come in different thicknesses, colors and strengths. Wood closet shelves are easy to install to create a beautiful and functional storage space for your home.

Function Dictates Form

With so many choices at the hardware and home improvement stores how do you know what type of wood to buy to make your new shelves? The first question to ask yourself is what are you going to be storing on the wood closet shelves?

If you need to store heavy boxes you're going to want a thicker and stronger type of shelf. Storing blankets and clothes then you can most likely choose any type of wood shelf for your needs. Wood comes in different grades and it's important to know those grades before you venture out to make your selections.

Choosing Your Wood

A common type of wood used for many types of shelving is that of BC graded plywood. Plywood is used in garages, closets and even in kitchens. It is an expensive and easy to cut option for your wood closet shelves. One side of your plywood is going to be smooth with limited knots and the opposite side is going to be very rough.

Next we have cabinet grade plywood which can be stained to match other wood shelves or furniture in your home. It generally has a veneered top layer on it and can be finished on both sides for a very smooth and polished look. Cabinet grade plywood can be found in many types of hardwood species such as oak or maple.

Either type of plywood can be used for wood closet shelves and are easy to cut to size to fit any closet space.

Installing Your Shelves

Installing your new wood closet shelves isn't a difficult task. Take measurements and sketch out how many shelves you are going to need. Remember to allow plenty of space between the shelves for stacking and then removal of the items.

If you are going to be storing boxes measure the boxes themselves before you begin to ensure you allow for enough clearance. Paint or stain your shelves before you install them; besides being easier it is safer to do this in a well ventilated area, which a closet is not. Find the studs in the wall and then you can install your supports and brackets into the studs for extra stability.

Measure, buy, cut, stain and install. Five easy steps with the right preparation, some patience and a few tools your new wood closet shelves will be completed in no time at all. Storage is a premium today and creating your own wood closet shelves is a cost-effective but value adding solution that anyone can do in their home.

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