Rubbermaid Configurations Deluxe Custom Closet Kit 4-8 Ft. Adjustable Metal Wire Shelving Titanium Finish Expandable Organization System Hardware Included for Home Closet/Pantry/Laundry/Mudroom

**03/07/22 UPDATE** I installed a second one of these in a larger closet. Same situation, tore out old basic shelf, did all drywall repairs and repainted closet walls and ceilings. Like the first closet I did, the hang bar was done at 80" vs the 86.5" that is recommended. This worked out perfectly, again. This time, I did not use any of the included anchors -- for places that required them, I exclusively used toggle bolts I picked up from Lowes. Yes, it cost a few bucks more but the peace of mind is worth it. The hang bar and uprights are not going anywhere! My wife has already hinted I will be installing these in other closets if that is any indication as to our satisfaction with this organizer. The single "ding" against is that the included anchors are, well, crappy. No other way to describe it. Like I said in my original review, the bang:buck ratio for this organizer is super high. Very much recommended. ** I completed the installation of this closet organizer kit this weekend, so wanted to share my experiences while it is still fresh in my mind. Other reviews have gone over all of the features of the kit, so I won't bore you with that. However, I did want to provide some handy tips for installation --> - Prior to beginning the installation, I tore out the old shelf + cheap-o anchors, did all of the drywall repair and finally painted the closet walls and trim. This is obviously not necessary and takes extra time, effort and money but it really made the end result look so much better. Very much recommend going this route if you are tearing out an existing system. - As several other reviewers have suggested, buy some toggles or heavier-duty anchors. The included ones are not horrible, but the chance of hitting studs for the uprights to achieve an optimal layout is pretty low and I would prefer to spend an extra $20 on hardware and know the system is solid. - Read the instructions + watch the brief install video several times and plan your layout prior to beginning installation. There are some great tips (like using the rail cover as a spacer for the uprights) included that will make things much easier. - Both the video and paper instructions tell you to mount the hang rail at 86.5" -- this is in no way, shape or form a requirement. I mounted mine at 80" and it worked out perfectly. The trim in the closet is 6" high, and the upright extensions end up about 2" above it. Perfect. - Take your time. Use a level. Use a stud finder. Measure again before drilling. Yes, simple/silly tips, but you might as well aim to get your installation (at least of the uprights) done right the first time. The shelving/accessory side of things is super flexible post-install, but if you go wild-wild-west with your uprights install, you're likely going to have a bad day. - Overall, the installation was not crazy difficult. Anyone with average+ abilities (and the right tools) can totally knock this out alone and get a good result. If you aren't comfortable with the install, find a handy pal and make an afternoon/learning experience out of it. I can safely say that no advanced skills are required to get a great end result. So, big question here.. would I buy the kit again? Yes, for sure. In fact, my wife has already asked I begin planning the layout for a closet in another room. The single thing I would do differently is to not use any of the included anchors at all and use 100% toggles. The included screws (for sinking the rail into studs) are good though! In closing, let's be clear -- this is not a high-end solution. It is, however, a solution with incredible bang:buck that offers some great flexibility given what is included in this kit and the number of accessories out there. The end result (especially after painting the closet to match the room) looks outstanding and all-in was south of $200 including replacing my old 20-year-old stud finder and a new gallon of paint. Have questions? Feel free to ask and I'll do my best to answer.

I ordered a Rubbermaid Configurations 4-8 foot Deluxe Custom Closet Kit, as well as sliding wire basket to go along with it. First, the few negatives...at no fault of Amazon.com's. The basket arrived damaged, at a point that was very noticeable and not easy to fix or hide (the plastic caps that are built-in to the ends of the grab bar to slide the drawer out, one was cracked...or more crunched beyond belief). These pieces aren't put in by the consumer, they are already glued (I'm assuming) into the ends of the bar, and it sticks out like a sore thumb, not to mention can CAUSE a sore thumb...when you cut yourself from grabbing the bar near the cracked plastic. So, I returned the basket and asked that another one be shipped to me. The Amazon return process is pretty easy, I opted for the Amazon-paid USPS shipper, which I printed immediately. The return seemed to get "lost", and unfortunately Amazon doesn't pay for tracking on those returns (A tip that I got from the post office: in the future, pay the extra $1.50 or so for the USPS track and confirm service, added onto what's pre-paid by Amazon, to avoid this. Even though Amazon.com pays shipping, you can add this service out of your pocket without re-paying for the entire shipping charge.). After getting the "you will be charged in a few days" e-mail and going back and forth, Amazon assured me they would't charge me, then miraculously a few weeks later, they got the return package. So that was my sliding drawer. The replacement came and wasn't damaged. However, the 4-8 foot deluxe closet kit also had damaged clothes rod caps. Fortunately, these caps you put in yourself, so I could pick and choose the less damaged ones (most if not all were damaged to some extent, but most damage was easily hidden in the clothes rods, as it was the inner part of the caps that was crushed). After getting around this small inconvenience, I got the hand rails mounted, the rails hung, and the shelves in place. So that's the bad part...and for that reason, I would recommend what I've since found out...Lowe's sells the white version of these, and just calls them something different, but still Rubbermaid (I believe Rubbermaid Home or Rubbermaid Closet Home Essentials, or something like that). So you can probably get it at your local Lowe's at prices that are about the same, and not have to worry about shipping damage. Lowes.com, however, doesn't sell these...so I imagine only certain markets have them in stores. Now for the good part. I did some research on Consumer Reports on custom closet systems before purchasing them. I had Closetmaid in my mind at the time, until I saw the ratings...and Rubbermaid won for several reasons, including quality of the product, ease of installation/customization, etc. It really was very easy to install, and I used this particular kit in my laundry room...and well, since I installed it, I've rearranged the shelves about 5 or 6 times. Each time it only took me about 5 minutes to completely rearrange things, and half that time was spent taking everything off of the shelves. You just slide the shelf locks to the unlocked position, pull the shelves off, move the brackets, put the shelves back up, and re-lock them in place with the sliding locks. It's that simple. Being that easy, you might thing they don't hold in place very well, but the simple shelf locks do the trick--they aren't going anywhere once you slide the locking mechanism. Quality seems very good too (assuming it arrives undamaged). I was somewhat leary with the overlapping shelves idea...to combine two smaller shelves into one bigger shelf, but the way Rubbermaid does it is pretty clever...they have A and B shelves, clearly labeled. One is slightly longer than the other, but not so much that it's noticeable or looks funny. They overlap when needed perfectly, without looking odd, being out of balance, or anything like that. Overall I would highly recommend this product, but you may want to try Lowe's for it, based on potential shipping damage which occurred with both of my shipments. Don't get me wrong, I LOVE Amazon.com, and have NEVER had an unresolved issue with them. However, this just might be a product that is better purchased in the store, unless you have the time and patience for a potential return/exchange. It didn't cost me a cent, other than a few extra days delay, and some follow-up finding the return package. However, although I've placed about 7 or 8 Amazon.com orders since then...this is one product I probably won't purchase via ANY mail-order method again. ;)

Having lived with the sticky mess of well aged metal shelving I had written these systems off. But this system caught my eye and I am impressed with its value, ease of installation (you just need to know how to locate your studs and be sure the top rail is securely attached to them). It is very flexible allowing many different configurations, and these are easily modified if you are not happy with your initial choice. I was tempted to try to use all the shelving provided but sometimes less is more, so I have shelving left over for another project. The end result is a closet that is clean in layout and makes maximum use of the space available, while providing flexibility for a change in configuration in the future. Hopefully this new generation of coated wire shelving will not age to the sticky surfaces of the past.

I seriously do not understand how anyone could give this a negative review. It was easy to set up (by myself) and made such a difference in my closet. My sister liked it enough to order one for her closet too. She used a different configuration but still easy-peasy to do. Would definitely recommend.

Es muy resistente y de fácil instalación y se ve increíble

Primero comentar que el envío por Amazon fue en tiempo y forma, llego en buenas condiciones. El producto es muy bueno, es muy claro en su forma de instalarse, básicamente es barrenar, colocar tornillos y poner los accesorios. En dado caso que no entiendas las instrucciones puedes encontrar tutoriales, pero el instructivo es muy claro y viene en inglés y español. Lo instalé con ayuda de mi hermano, nunca habíamos hecho ningún tipo de trabajo similar, es la primera vez que usábamos un taladro casi casi jaja, y sólo por eso tardamos un poco (y por estar verificando de no perforar alguna tubería), pero fue muy sencillos, la parte que más se tarda es midiendo y barrenando, ya que instalas el soporte colocar los accesorios y repisas se vuelve una tarea sumamente fácil, puedes acomodarlo según tus necesidades, cabe señalar que tienen un software que te puede servir de ayuda para diseñar tu clóset (no incluido, se busca en Internet). La verdad estamos muy contento con el resultado final, instalación sencilla, materiales de calidad. OJO: asegúrate de comprar los taquetes de concreto (unos grises), por que los que incluyen son para tablaroca. Producto recomendable!

The hardest parts to install are the support brackets (one horizontal 4-5 vertical) as you want them level and you need to screw them in place. The wardrobe system itself is all modular, very easy to install/change around and super versatile. I bought it on amazon as it was less expensive then in store where I live. While in store I compared it to other models/brands in the same price range and it was the only one that didn't band/warp under pressure/weight. It not only met my expectations but those of my significant other's (whom I bought one for), my parents in law (who bought one and are thinking of getting another) and my own parents who are also thinking of getting one. Before buying, make sure to mesure your wardrobe to make sure you get the right sized kit!

Justo lo que necesitaba para ordenar mi closet, siendo que en donde vivo rento y necesitaba un mueble que pudiera trasladar fácilmente a la hora de la mudanza. Los materiales son buenos, lo único es qué hay que hacer una buena medición a la hora de perforar la pared para que quede bien. Además ha soportado suficiente y no he visto deformación en los materiales. Me encanta!