Showing posts with label heavy duty shelves. Show all posts
Showing posts with label heavy duty shelves. Show all posts

Wednesday, May 14, 2014

Moen LR2356DCH Home Care 16-Inch Grab Bar with Shelf

LR2356DBN Moen LR2356DBN Home Care 16-Inch Grab Bar with Shelf, Brushed NickelI purchased and installed 2 of these units in the past month. Excellent quality. Both of my installations were able to be made with mounting screws into wood studs behind the tiled wall. The mounting is solid and looks nice. I used a 5/16" diameter tile drill bit to go through the tile. Then I switched to a 5/16" masonary bit to clear the concrete board behind the tiles. A smaller wood bit was the last step to put a pilot hole in the wood stud. No problem but drilling through tile is nerve wracking--you can't press hard with the drill or you risk breaking the tile and must squirt water with a little spray bottle on the rotating bit to cool it down. I have found that the $10 tile bits (from Lowe's) are only good for drilling about 4 holes then they lose their carbide cutting edges and must be replaced.

I mounted the unit with #12 x 2 inch stainless steel pan head screws using two screws on each end of the bar. Luckily so far I have hit 4 out of 4 wood studs. Using a stud finder above the tile wall (above where the tile meets the drywall) and projecting the stud lines down with a level carefully and double checking several times before making that first hole. If you are using screws into the wood studs you don't have to buy the 1 1/4" tile hole saw to drill a hole for Moen's anchor system mentioned in the instructions. Their anchor system looks nicely designed but I have not had to go that route yet as I have been successful using the stud finder. Remember tiles are brittle and therefore somewhat fragile---don't over tighten mounting screws or over do the drilling speed or pressure on the bit. Moderate all impulses to muscle it.

After a heart attack almost 2 years ago and now a botched middle ear surgery, I find myself unable to balance just walking much less during my in & out shower/bath duties. Seeing this available on Vine I JUMPED at the chance to get this. I admit I need it for balance more than support of my 6'2" 220 pound old body but given the number of times I fall per week, it's importance should not be discounted....As someone who prided himself on big wave surfing, roller blades, ice hockey and WAY too many other sports to mention, having the sudden loss of hearing & balance has been nothing less than traumatic.

This installed easily in my tub/shower fiberglass enclosure. I chose to NOT use the plastic tray since all I needed was a balance support. Since using this for a couple weeks I am almost embarrassed to admit at how much I rely on it already. Growing older is one thing. Losing mobility is another. Losing confidence is literally heartbreaking....So I take this with another notch out of my old pride. But I also do it with a sense of confidence and I suppose that is what this was designed for after all. It does exactly what it is called upon to do. Nothing more, and nothing LESS. Thank you to Moen & to Vine.

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Installing this grab bar was the first and, I hope, the last time I ever have to use a ceramic hole saw. The instructions call for using a tile cutting hole saw to wet cut two 1 1/4" holes in the tile of your shower or bath which took me well over an hour to do as I slowly ground them out. I'm sure more experienced cutters would have made shorter work of this, but it was hard for me as a novice. As it turned out, if I had known the geography of my shower wall, I could have made use of a fire break between the studs to get away with just cutting a 1/4" hole with a tile drill on one end. So I ended up using the enclosed anchor for one end of the bar, and angling up with a long wood screw to secure the other end. What you want to avoid is any situation where you drill a large hole for the included anchor without at least 3 inches of head room, that is a no man's land which will lead to a time consuming repair job.

I doubt that anyone frail enough to require a grab bar is going to be able to install this themselves, it was exhausting holding my heavy but long lasting 20V Max Dewalt cordless drill against the wall for so long while keeping the bit wet.

Regardless I tested it with half my body weight (approximately 90 lbs of force) and it flexed just a little so it should hold up to any stress needed for getting up off the shower seat or any gymnastics my monkeys (kids) plan on making use of it. I had thought I might need to put some silicon around the edges, but it seems to be fairly self-sealing in terms of keeping water out of the wall. I'll keep an eye on it.

Mainly, I wanted it as a shelf for my toiletries, and for that it is well designed, my wife can even put her hair clips around the thinner bars holding up the shelf. And I like the ability to take the plastic tray out for cleaning, and that there is room between the shelf and the wall for cleaning the tile.

So, I can recommend this for anyone needing support to get in and out of their shower or bath. It may be too much of a pain to install just for the added shelving, but now that the effort has faded in my memory, I'm very happy with my handiwork and the added convenient place to store my various hygiene products.

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This is a grab bar, and as a grab bar, it does its thing and does it well. It looks nice and build quality seems good. Time will have more to say on this issue ....

What is super nice about this particular design is the integration of the shelf. This helps in two distinct ways:

1. The space is used in a practical way

2. Because you use the space, you are training your brain of where to grab and where it is in a spacial orientation way. That way, when and if, you do need to grab the bar in a hurry you know where it is without looking.

So for #2, this is super important and gives you a higher advantage of catching yourself, or at the very least, saving time reaching around for the handle.

It attaches easily. However, if you are not a handy person, have it professionally installed. You don't want this coming out of the wall when you really need it.

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It is a sturdy bar, and a shelf that could hold a few slender bottles of soaps. The mounting instructions are clear, and it can mount to either studs or a hollow wall (e.g., drywall), but note that you will a 1 1/4 carbide/diamond hole saw bit for your drill, e.g. Bosch HDG114 1 1/4" 32mm Diamond Grit Hole Saw and Bosch HDGQA Diamond Hole Saw Mandrel with AutoStart. Also, keep in mind that a hole saw needs to be kept cool by spraying water on it (e.g., a squirt bottle), so the installation goes best if someone can squirt the saw bit while you drill.

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Monday, April 14, 2014

Oil Rubbed Bronze Hotel Towel Shelf or Train Rack with Bar

Oil Rubbed Bronze Hotel Towel Shelf or Train Rack with BarIt's everything it was advertised to be strong, good looking, easy to install. I feared it might be too large for my small bathroom, but as luck would have it, it was just the right size. In addition to the towels I set my small radio on the top shelf. I'm delighted!

This matched other fixtures in the bathroom and was mounted by the cabinets and holds 6-8 bath towels well. The bronze finish is what I was looling for and was hard to find. It solved a problem of not enough space for more towels and is very sturdy and attractive.

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I can get something like this for half the price at Target.

And it only comes with screws long enough for drywall.

Forget trying to install it into studs, unless you go buy different screws.

It's also smaller than it looks.

It's ok...

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Wednesday, April 9, 2014

SEI Mission-Oak Bathroom Space Saver

SEI Mission-Oak Bathroom Space SaverI love it, the style is above average, I don't like things that look like what everyone else has. I could not install the bottom shelve however, as I have a higher toilet, and tried adding to the bottom of the legs, but it didn't work. But I still love it, and it looks great, and well built.

If purchased to be used behind a toilet in the USA, it's unlikely that it will fit! Putting this thing together is a nightmare. There is only pictures and the print is very light. The hardware alone is not enough to hold it together, I has to use a stong glue compound, remove to bottom piece, add hardware on the bottom legs to raise it high enough so that the toilet seat would not hit the bottom shelf when it is opened. There are 2 holes drilled and some light screws and anchors included, but for added stability, I drilled 2 more holes and much stronger anchors and longer screws. It does not, of course, sit flush with the wall if you have a baseboard. It's made in China and most likely Teak(very hard to drill into, but scratches pretty easily). If it hadn't been so heavy and I had not spent so many hours getting it together, I would have returned it. On a positive note, the one shelve inside is adjustable, there is good height for storage of items, and the packing was very good.

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The item is okay, but not as sturdy or roomy as I expected. Since purchasing this item, I have found several similar items that are much cheaper and just as nice. It would also be nice to have feet on bottom of legs especially since this is an item for the bathroom where water can get onto the floor and wick up the legs.

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Cheap construction, but it actually went together ok and had all the right pieces, parts, etc.

The finished product actually looks pretty good.

The screws are garbage and the heads tended to strip out easily. Substituted some Made in USA steel screws for the critical holding points.

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Perfect in my bathroom! The plumbing for the toilet blocked the cross beam so we just cut a small groove out and now it fits just fine.

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Thursday, March 13, 2014

Bin Warehouse DFAE2MBW0431 Storage System for 12-Totes

Bin Warehouse DFAE2MBW0431 Storage System for 12-TotesHaving done my homework before purchasing I purchased just organizer itself. After taking the measurements of the bins themselves from the description of them on Amazons site the bins were purchased on sale at Target for $6ea reg. $7.50ea which is a fraction of the cost on the internet, and even more so when you add in shipping charges. The unit was a breeze to put together, if you can read! The bin size this unit requires is more than ample and securing to the wall is effortless with the included hardware and the construction is sturdy once secured to the wall. Definetly need a screw gun for this project, but other than that and a rubber mallet it is all you'll need. The instructions were dead on accurate so follow them to the tee and the parts are all numbered. Try to put it together without the step by step and you'll be sorry. Mine went together in approx. 1 hour and did the basement wonders.

Excellant product and I found it on Amazon cheaper than anywhere else.

We've been storing books and clothes and sporting equipment in large tubs in our basement, and these shelves immediately caught my eye when I saw them in a Skymall catalog. Having now installed a set and put them to use, I can offer the following comments and advice:

1. Properly assembled, they are pretty strong. The entire unit is rated to 1200 pounds, which is enough for most purposes, but you're probably not going to want to load it entirely with books or fluids, as that could bring it over the limit. We have put our heaviest bins on the bottom, and I would suggest others do the same.

2. Label well -even if you use transparent boxes, it can be hard to tell where everything is from the side. We use a Brother PT-2700 Desktop Labeling System (Silver/Black), which is great.

3. Though the shelves are designed to be used in tight spaces, you'll need a fair amount of space to assemble them. I think an unobstructed space 8' x 8' x 8' is probably a good idea, with a clear path to where the shelves will ultimately be installed.

4. Open everything, separate, and count the parts before you start. Bin Warehouse does a good job of packing the parts in a small box, nesting tubes inside other tubes, and screws inside wall-mounting flanges, etc. Until you separate it all out, you have no way of knowing whether or not they've sent everything you need.

5. The unit is intended to be bolted to a wall. If you aren't comfortable with doing this yourself, hire a handyman. I actually changed my intended installation place so that I could be working with drywall (which I can handle myself), rather than concrete blocks (beyond my experience and tools).

6. Don't dream of starting work on this without power tools. You have to sink nearly 100 screws of different types through PVC pipes. Arnold Schwarzenegger couldn't do it by hand.

7. Unfortunately, the screws included with the unit strip pretty easily. Make sure your screwdriver is well seated before starting, and don't use maximum torque.

The assembly took me about three hours, though I did some side-projects in the middle. I can imagine somebody getting it done in an hour if they have everything planned out well before starting.

Once the shelves were in place, they seem stable and our basement is easier to navigate.

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I bought this in order to continue my quest to have the most organized basement. It took about 2 hours to put together make sure you have a drill gun. You can not do this by hand. Good assembly directions. This product has to be wall mounted. I mounted it to my concrete wall but putting it into studs would be fine too. I have been very happy with the outcome: strong, sturdy, and great storage. I felt it was a little pricey but it does what it says.

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I use these in my basement. This is my 3rd unit. Holds 12 bins per rack. No issues at all with weight on it, and also anchors to the wall for support. A+++ in my book.

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This is perfect for clearing out a packed garage. It holds up well, is very strong and even come with a way to secure it to the wall if you really need to.

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Tuesday, March 4, 2014

Trista - U-Shaped Leather Wall Shelf / Bookshelf / Floating Shelf (Set of 3)

Trista - U-Shaped Leather Wall Shelf / Bookshelf / Floating ShelfThey are super easy to install, and the three color matches prefectly. They arrived 5 days before the max estimated time. Im not sure if they will hold really heavy books but overall you can put anything you want on them. I totally recommend these shelves

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Sunday, February 23, 2014

Large Mirror Backed and 7 Glass Shelves Shot Glasses Display Case Holder Cabinet , Black

Large Mirror Backed and 7 Glass Shelves Shot Glasses Display Case Holder Cabinet , BlackVery attractive, easy to assemble. The glass is fragile due to back mirror being concave and pushing the shelves outwards. The functionality of opening/closing the cabinet is minimal due to fragility of the shelves and the nature of glass on glass. Only recommend for aesthetics and not for functionality.

I purchased this unit back in February, after having it on my wishlist for *years*. I'd hoped to have a nice case for all the shot glasses I'd collected from my travels.

Sadly, this unit does not live up to all the positive feedback it has received from others. Where do I begin?

1. The locks are completely non-functional. The latches cannot lock whatsoever, with or without key. The center piece just spins. If it did lock, it could probably be easily manipulated with a very small screwdriver. The latches don't even really seem to close completely, as when you push them forward to the lock, it pushes the locking mechanism out to block the latch. No amount of fiddling with this will make them close entirely.

2. The pegs cannot fit in all of the holes. For each and every shelf to fit, the pegs must be aligned to certain holes. It doesn't quite work out, though, as two of the holes on the left side of the unit are blocked by screws from the door.

3. The glass shelves are badly cut. Most are several millimeters too short for the case, which causes issues I'll describe in #4.

4. The pegs are too loose, and when the shortened shelves are placed on the pegs, they start to bow in. Many have randomly fallen out while I was putting in shelves and trying to perfectly align the shelves between the pegs. I don't even want to try putting the weight of my shot glasses on these, for fear that the pegs will fall out and the shelves will crash down on the others below them, glasses and all.

I'm too far beyond Amazon's return policy to return this item (I was wrapping up my job and my last semester at school prior to moving ~700 miles away from my hometown, things got a little nuts, and assembly of this unit got put on the back burner, so that's totally my fault), but I figured I'd at least give it the review it deserves. My options at this point seem to be Super Glue and tape, which is not really what I wanted to have to do for a unit I paid over $100 for (when including shipping).

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I like the product its self quality is ok. The problem I had was the back glass was busted in the corner. Instead of going through the hassle of shipping it back I sorta hid the cracks with the shot glasses.

That the trouble with ordering stuff.

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Absolutely fantastic quality perfect for shot glasses. Mounting instructions are easy to follow and looks great on the wall. Highly recommend.

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I am very satisfied with this showcase. Look's great hanging on the wall. Very well made. Would highley recommended this product to anyone.

Wednesday, January 29, 2014

Akro-Mils 30776 Economy Stacking Nesting Plastic Storage Bin, 17-7/8-Inch Long by 6-5/8-Inch Wide b

Akro-Mils 30776 Economy Stacking Nesting Plastic Storage Bin, 17-7/8-Inch Long by 6-5/8-Inch Wide by 7-Inch High, Black, Case of 10I have put these containers through several years of heavy use in an industrial environment. They look as new today as they did when I first bought them. They stack with access to the contents and they nest to minimize the space they use when not in use. They are reasonably priced relative to other "non-nesting" stackable storage on the market. If I were to offer any criticism at all, it would be nice to have them available in other colors for sorting purposes. Other than that minor issue, these are the perfect solution to my storage needs.

This would have been the perfect product, but I relied too heavily on the image for size reference, not the actual dimensions listed on the item. It is far narrower than this photo would suggest.

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Thursday, January 9, 2014

U Clips 48 Bag

U Clips 48 BagFrom the pictures, they look like they're plastic. But after reading some reviews, I was pleasantly surprised to find out that they're made out of metal! Don't even think about using plastic ones. They WILL most likely break eventually.

Also, as another reviewer noted, screw these into the studs behind the drywall if possible. You can use the included screws because they are really long (1-1/2 inches) but don't use the anchors in drywall (the plastic gray pieces) unless you have no other choice. Buy a cheap stud finder to find the studs.

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They really need to advertise these as being made of metal.

Small CON. They should put the screws in a separate plastic bag so that they don't mark up all the brackets.

My old Closetmaid U-clips were plastic and many have broken over the years. These metal ones should last. Personally, I recommend not using the drywall anchors that are supplied, but drilling into studs wherever possible. It will be worth it in the long run. The shelves LOOK so sturdy, and they are -so it is tempting to keep piling the weight on. What will fail ultimately are the anchors. I did not install our original shelves, they came with the house, and 4 of ours have failed.

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These clips are NOT plastic. They are the metal ones! Excellent for those wire shelves. I have bought 3 sets now and am greatly impressed. Only complaint is that the screws are thrown in with the clips which tends to take the paint off.

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these are little brackets that fit 1/4" rode and hold it to the wall. LOTS of them were chipped paint, but where they are used it didn't matter to us. Comes with screws and anchors. For the price (about $5) it did the job.

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Saturday, January 4, 2014

Vantage Point AXWG02B 2-Shelf Audio/Video Wall Shelves (Black)

Vantage Point AXWG02B 2-Shelf Audio/Video Wall Shelves
  • Designed with a hidden-wire management system to complement your home's appearance
  • Built with attractive glass shelves
  • Neatly organize your audio/video components
  • Shelves are fully adjustable for height and spacing
  • Supports up to 100 pounds

For the money, this audio shelving system will not dissapoint most. It is very clean looking and rather easy to install. We had to make some minor adjustment due to our home being CBS construction and do not have the ability to screw the brackets into the studs. The one draw back was the design of the cable management system. It only allows you to pull the cables from the very bottom or top of the brackets and not in the middle where the shelves and thus the components sit. There is a little wire showing but for the money it is worth it.

Monday, October 7, 2013

Smoke Gray Ten Drawer Storage Cart Smoke Gray/Chrome Frame

Smoke Gray Ten Drawer Storage Cart Smoke Gray/Chrome FrameDon't be fooled that this unit is going to hold any type of weight. I bought it knowing this piece of info so for me it's a great storage unit to hold scissors, templates, stamps, punches, and most of my "tools" for scrapbooking. I even use the paper cutter while it sits on top of the entire thing. It also won't hold 12x12 paper but again I didn't expect that.

I bought two of these to store lightweight inventory items for my home-based business. They are just what I needed size-wise, and look neat and contemporary. My only complaint is the drawers often stick since they are a lighter-weight plastic.

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Thursday, September 19, 2013

AVF FS1100BUCW-A Buckingham TV Stand - 1100 - Walnut

AVF FS1100BUCW-A Buckingham TV Stand - 1100 - Walnut
  • Accommodates Flat Panel TV's 32 - 55"
  • Top Shelf TV Weight Capacity: 121 lbs.
  • Weight capacity of middle and bottom shelves: 33 lbs. each
  • The Buckingham is based on a timeless oval shape. This open shelf TV stand, in wood veneer and black glass, features a full width back panel and is perfect for positioning in the corner or flat against the wall.
  • Functionality is maintained by the cable management which provides excellent routing for all your AV equipment.

I bought this to hold my 60" I bought for my den. The item itself looks very sleek and goes with the decor. I would say you need two peeps to assemble the unit. After everything was done and tightened, the unit is very sturdy.

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Very nice tv stand. Smaller and not as tall as expected, but overall a very nice piece of furniture. Looks great in my office!

Friday, August 30, 2013

Safco Model 5-Pocket Magazine Rack, Black Onyx (5578)

Safco Model 5-Pocket Magazine Rack, Black OnyxThis rack was purchased to hold file folders for various members of the family. The top opening is wide and can hold several magazines. The other openings are narrower, could hold probably only one magazine. They are perfect for a folder filled with papers for family members.

It's a little smaller than I anticipated, but it works perfectly for us in the space we designated. So, just read the dimensions and make sure you're aware of the size.

Overall, it's a great product. It's sturdy, functional, and looks good. I think I'm remembering correctly that it has a guide to use for hanging on the wall and it comes with plastic wall anchors, as well.

My office marketing materials were getting out of hand.

I suggested we mount magazine-type holders on the wall and use them to house the marketing slicks.

And this is what we did.

Three in a row, right next to each other.

They look great, hold exactly what we need. Couldn't ask for more than that (plus, they make me look good)!

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Nice rack. Came with a template to drill holes on the wall for the mounting screws. Wall anchors that come with it are useless though but you find those at a hardware store easy. The rack itself is made of wire mesh attached to a metal frame. It seems sturdy and is holding up well. I have these mounted in patient exam rooms that see heavy use everyday. The rack is handsome and looks professional.

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This is exactly what we were looking for at work in our community room. AND it is escetic and versital. I love it and am thinking about buying another for the same reasons!

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This item is a bit larger than I had anticipated but works amazing to keep homework and mail organized and all in one place. Great for our very busy family.

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Wednesday, August 28, 2013

Way Basics Eco 3-Shelf Madison Bookcase and Storage

Way Basics zBoard Eco 3-Shelf Madison Bookcase and Storage, WhiteIf you need this to house books, records, Cds, etc. ,don't bother with this item. Too light weight for it's role as a shelf.

PROS: Lightweight, easy to assemble, no hardware required.

CONS: Lower quality materials, not suitable for larger books or heavy items, can only be configured vertically (not horizontally as one of the sample Amazon product images implies).

While one could position the bookcase horizontally, the assembly instructions specifically state that only one "zBoard" should touch the floor to confirm correct usage, which requires one of the horizontal boards (about 32" wide), making the unit height about 45". Therefore, the Amazon sample product image for this bookshelf that displays a horizontal layout (i.e. the longest side on the floor) is incorrect. (I had thought there might have been options to assemble it either way.)

Since we purchased this for our toddler's books and stuffed animals, it is adequate. However, we don't expect it to last through any "adventures" our son might decide to have on or with the bookshelf in the future! If you need or want something more durable or made of higher quality materials, consider a different product.

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I love my Madison Bookcase! I bought the white one and it's so easy to put together. No nails, screws or any tools needed. I would advise not to use them for super heavy books, but for most items you put on a shelf this is great.

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I am solely disappointed with this product. I bought this cubed shelving thinking it was made out of wood. It turned out it is made out of cardboard. There's no screws or nails, just cardboard connector to hold the pieces together. There's no way this product can hold a big tv our anything a little heavy. I regret this purchase, specially at this VERY HIGH price, considering the product is Kind of a toy.

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I love this bookshelf! The shelves look/feel like wood, take a couple of minutes to assemble, hold up nicely, and are made of recycled paper. I'm planning on getting another one to hold the rest of my book collection.

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Friday, July 26, 2013

Home Source Industries US3193 BEECH 6-Cube Utility Cabinet, Beech Finish

Home Source Industries US3193 BEECH 6-Cube Utility Cabinet, Beech FinishThe dimensions on this item description are completely wrong. It's actually 24" W x 36" H x 11" D.

I'm very disappointed in this item, because I chose it specifically because the listed dimensions fit perfectly in the space I picked out for it. Now I'm stuck with a cabinet which is way too small.

For the money, this is a pretty good looking cabinet. The door magnets could be better, and nail covers for the ousside nails should be provided. It was not difficult to assemble.

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Wednesday, July 24, 2013

HyLoft 164 96-Inch by 48-Inch Super Pro Ceiling Mount Shelf, White

HyLoft 164 96-Inch by 48-Inch Super Pro Ceiling Mount Shelf, WhiteI'm very pleased with this shelf, which is well-made, rigid, and well painted. However, I have certain observations/caveats.

* My version of this shelf appears rather unlike the picture on this product. I got mine from globalindustrial.com, which was by far the best price at the time (no problems with them, incidentally). My shelf seems to match the look of the one on the HyLoft web site, so perhaps what I got is just the new and improved model. Mine has much more substantial-seeming stiffening bars under the mesh of each of the four 2'-wide elements of the shelf. It has no central beam as shown in the pic. My shelf also has a degree of diagonal cross-bracing. I take all these differences to be good things. All told, this shelf are very strong-seeming. I've loaded it up and swung on it monkey-bar fashion, and the deflection seems acceptable to me.

* There's talk in the product description of the mounting height being from 24"-44". In fact, you can make it pretty much as short as you like without any problems, simply by using only the lower part of the leg and cutting it down as much as you like. This would likely be necessary if you're wanting to mount tight up under a significantly sloping roof.

* The instructions were entirely sufficient to allow one to install the shelf, and the whole installation process was very easy. However, I think that the major flaw in the instructions concerned how best to set the height of the shelf. I'd think that anybody who gets shelves like this is really trying to eke out every last inch of space, and so will probably try and set the shelf as low as possible. Given that (in my case, as noted above) there are stiffening bars hanging BELOW the frame of the shelf, it's important to take this extra height into account when siting the shelf frame. This was obvious to me (though not necessarily too easy to measure accurately), but may not be to others. If you don't have your wits about you, you might end up setting the shelf so that your garage door bumps into it. This is especially true given that, when raised, most garage doors end up ABOVE the tracks they run on. A little slip in your calculations and you could ruin your garage doors. I'd think that a bit of bold text in the instructions would be worthwhile to cover this topic.

* The adjustment holes on the legs would be much more useful if the holes were drilled twice as frequently. The strength would not be significantly compromised, but it would be much easier to set it up. It's trivial for the manufacturer to drill holes, but the average home-owner is less inclined and/or able to drill through chunks of steel.

* The swivel at the end of the mounting legs is designed to track the rafter/joist to which you're mounting. If you're mounting to a horizontal-running joist, or to a normal sloping rafter (such that the sides of the rafter are plumb, and the axis of the rafter slopes up to the peak of the roof), then things are fine. However, if you want to mount to something that isn't plumb on at least one face, then you're out of luck. The same problem would occur if you wanted to mount the shelf up under any sort of domed roof with a radial raftering pattern.

* I live in California, where having things be seismically sound is considered important. Even though my shelf came with diagonal braces to run between the legs on the short side, there was no extra strapping to allow you to brace the shelf to the wall. In my case, because I shortened the legs significantly, I had enough material left over that I was able to cook up some extra seismic strapping. At least for fault-line residents, this product would have been better had it come with an earthquake kit (or had one available at extra cost). Imagine this shelf, which already weighs about 100lbs swinging around with its 600lbs load, and you can see what I mean.

This was my first time to use the Hyloft system. Have to say it was easier than I thought. I was concerned about the reviews saying your measurements have to be perfect, it is actuall fairly forgiving. I would recommend the use of a laser to make it a easier line up and you will need help to measure the long span, however after that you can do the job your self. It looks great and I have plans to add a smaller unit to the other garage soon.

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This item added lots of storage space to my garage, especially since I have high ceilings. It was not difficult to install, however I took my time up front to make lots of measurements. The ceiling-mounted brackets MUST be spaced exactly as described in the instructions, and they MUST be square to each other. If you're not comfortable with finding ceiling joists and making precise (and square) measurements, then get some help. Once the brackets are installed though, the rest of the installation is very easy.

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Great product, nice and roomy, would do this business again. Fully adjustable so make it ideal if you have a taller vehicle or shorter ceilings.

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