A closet organizer can help you reduce clutter and maximize the use of your space. Organizers are extremely versatile. The shelves are adjustable, and you can usually choose from several cabinet options, including drawers, shoe racks and sliding baskets. Many organizers are coated with melamine, which resists scratches and stains and is easy to clean. A variety of finishes is available. Materials:
Closet-organizer kit
Drill with drill bit and Phillips-head screw bit
4' level
Putty knife and filler material
Stud finder
Tape measure
Hacksaw
Circular saw
File
- Remove everything from the closet, including the existing shelves (figure A). Removing the doors will allow easier access and make the installation simpler.
- Patch any holes with spackling compound or other appropriate filler (figure B).
- Assemble the closet organizer according to the manufacturer's instructions. Most organizers are put together with cam locks and connecting bolts. Don't use a power screwdriver when tightening cam locks: you might overtighten them and damage the connecting bolt.
- Position the main unit in the closet, and mark the location for the wall cleat. Use the stud finder to locate and mark studs for the cleat. Transfer the stud measurements to the cleat, drill pilot holes, and attach the cleat to the wall with screws (figure C). If no studs are available, you can use a toggle fastener.
- Hang the assembled main cabinet on the wall cleat (figure D), and secure it with screws or toggles.
- Screw drawer glides into place in the cabinet (figure E). Slide the drawers into the cabinet, and secure the drawer fronts with the screws provided (figure F). Adjust the drawer fronts until they're even, and attach the drawer hardware (figure G).
- Place the level on top of the main cabinet so that it extends to the side of the closet. Hold the side panel against the wall, and lift it until it reaches the level (figure H). Use screws to secure the side panel to the wall.
- Hold the top panel in place, and mark the surface along the edge of the main unit (figure I). Cut the panel to size with a circular saw.
- Install the support pins for the top panel (figure J), then lay the panel on top of the pins.
- Use a hacksaw to cut the clothes-hanging rod to size, and file off any burrs. Then attach the rod hardware and install the hanging rod.
RESOURCES :
Closet-organizing system
Schulte Corp.
Cincinnati, OH 45249
Phone: 513-489-9300
Fax: 513-247-3389
Website: www.SCHULTEstorage.com
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