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Q: Can I save money with wire shelves instead of wood shelves?

• <div><p>You can budget a little less money for how to build a closet with wire shelves than with wood shelves. Some people don&rsquo;t like the aesthetics that wire shelves provide, though, meaning they&rsquo;ll gladly spend a little more to add wood shelves to the build. If you decide to buy pre-made wire shelves instead of building custom-sized wood shelves, you&rsquo;ll be restricted in the <a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/closet-shelving-dimensions.htm">closet shelving dimensions</a> you can use.</p></div>

Q: What type of wood is best for closet shelves?

• <div><p>Plywood, MDF (medium-density fiberboard), and solid wood are all popular options for closet shelving. Plywood and solid wood are sturdy and ideal for extended shelves or heavy items. MDF is a budget-friendly choice for light to moderate storage, but it can sag under heavy weight if not adequately supported. Wire shelving is another alternative that allows airflow, making it especially useful in humid spaces such as laundry rooms or basements.</p></div>

Q: Can you do a bump out for a closet installation?

• <div><p><a href="https://www.angi.com/articles/what-is-a-bump-out-addition.htm">Bump-out additions</a> can add some space to a closet without requiring any significant structural work. This entails pushing back the existing rear or side of the closet, simply moving the wall into either an adjacent room or unused space. For ground-floor closets, this could even be extended to the exterior of the home, but that has its own complications. Bump-outs are a good discussion to have with your contractor if you&rsquo;re just looking to increase the space a little&mdash;not renovate the entire closet space. </p></div>

Q: What makes a perfect laundry room?

• <div><p>The features you choose for your laundry room to make it perfect depend largely on how you'll use the space, the size of your family, and their laundry needs. A perfect laundry room will have ample storage space, a clothes washer and dryer that are large enough for your needs and have good convenience features, and enough room to move around and work with enough countertop space to make laundry chores as easy as possible. </p></div>

Q: How do I prevent closet shelves from sagging?

• <div><p>To prevent sagging, consider both the material and the span of the shelf. Using sturdy materials such as plywood or solid wood can provide better support than particleboard. Additionally, limiting the shelf span to 36 inches or less can reduce the risk of sagging. For longer shelves, incorporating center supports or brackets can offer additional reinforcement.</p></div>

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Reviewed in August 2021
Gina is awesome! I needed help with my closet , not only did she organize it but she helped me design & decorate it . Making it into a glam room ! I absolutely love it ! Thanks OCDWITHGNG for serving all my needs & more ! I can’t wait to start the next project!
OCDwithGNG-Organize Customize Declutter with Gina Nicole Galletto
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Reviewed in June 2021
I move out from a town house and he cleaned the drawers, laundry area, inside the closets. I was very satisfied with the service. He also arrived on time.
Mr. Elbow Grease Janitorial and Maid Services
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Reviewed in January 2020
I can't remeber how we found Doug, but we're in the process of converting our home to single floor living and wanted to convert a linen closet to laundry room with machines vertically stacked. Doug came by very promptly and gave us a very fair quote, explained how he'd get it done, and I...
Do-It-All Contracting of New York, Inc.
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Reviewed in January 2020
We are in the process of converting our home to single floor living and wanted to convert a linen closet to laundry room with machines vertically stacked. Doug came by very promptly and gave us a fair quote, explained how he would get it done, and I immediately trusted him. When the time came to...
Do-It-All Contracting of New York
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Reviewed in February 2019
Great team. Stripped wallpaper from bathroom & painted living room bedroom, bathroom, hall, front entrance foyer (20 foot ceiling), stairs - including walls, ceilings, closets and trim work in less than 4 days while I was working from home with 2 small dogs. Also worked around the...
Level Up Painting
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Reviewed in November 2018
I was concerned about the closet because, although it was a "retrofit", I wanted it to look built-in as if always a part of the room. I knew it would be tricky because of the cathedral ceiling. Doug listened carefully to what I wanted and asked many questions to ensure he understood how I was...
Schultz & Sons Contracting
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Reviewed in October 2018
Ted was wonderful and did a great job transforming our 1920s non-functional closet into a much more manageable space. The quality of his craftsmanship was superb, and he constantly cleaned up after himself throughout the day and you wouldn't have even know he was ripping out plaster walls. He...
Ted Chapple
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Reviewed in May 2018
I had a design in mind for an already ugly existing hallway closet. My new closet is just what I wanted :)
BK Design Service
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Reviewed in April 2018
Now I feel more confident about getting the closet ceiling replastered.
Mr Fussy Contracting
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Reviewed in September 2017
The floors look great. A couple of repairs/replaced boards also look great. They missed some details putting closet boards (for shoes) back in place but no big deal. If I had reminded them they would have done it. I would certainly bring them back for another job. The cost was ~20% lower than...
Robert Petit
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"Carlos was great in his approach to really care about my log home window sills to rebuilding them from some dry rot. He discussed with me in detail how he was not only what the fix process was but really cared about how the look across the entire log home would match and look like. The finished job was very great and looks very good, Thankyou Carlos, highly recommended."

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"We had Barndog Woodworking build a custom pool deck for us. They did an excellent job and were great to work with. While many contractors rush to get the job done as quickly as possible, they really took their time and made sure it got done right. We also appreciated how they communicated with us clearly throughout the entire project. We highly recommend them."

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"On time - capable - fixed problem and cleaned up. Good to work with. Came back to say it has been 3 years of regular service from Dave who has always been excellent to work with and I don't think my wife wouldn't want to move if he wouldn't be available... 8^)"

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"Sierra did a great job. Ran new electric and installed our Govee lights. Even took the time to help us download app on phone so we can control the lights."

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"So happy we chose R&D for our exterior wall repairs! they were great to work with throughout the process of what turned out to be a complicated issue. Their communication was really appreciated as they dug into things and problem solved some unique issues with how the previous home owners had cut corners on the house. R&D wasn’t the cheapest initial bid we received but I have no doubt that we would have wound up paying more in the end for a lower quality result with anyone else. Thanks guys!"

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We are a dedicated business committed to providing exceptional services. Our primary focus is on delivering high-quality solutions that meet your specific needs. We pride ourselves on our professionalism and our ability to achieve outstanding results. Our team works diligently to ensure customer satisfaction in every interaction. We are always striving to exceed expectations and build lasting relationships.

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Brads Boards and Artistic Creations

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"Very prompt on the appointment on very short notice! Did a great job on fixing my 2 doors."

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"Love my new deck, as with any project, we ran across a few snags but Brian and Karen are great people to work with and very accomodating."

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Closets questions, answered by experts

You can budget a little less money for how to build a closet with wire shelves than with wood shelves. Some people don’t like the aesthetics that wire shelves provide, though, meaning they’ll gladly spend a little more to add wood shelves to the build. If you decide to buy pre-made wire shelves instead of building custom-sized wood shelves, you’ll be restricted in the closet shelving dimensions you can use.

Plywood, MDF (medium-density fiberboard), and solid wood are all popular options for closet shelving. Plywood and solid wood are sturdy and ideal for extended shelves or heavy items. MDF is a budget-friendly choice for light to moderate storage, but it can sag under heavy weight if not adequately supported. Wire shelving is another alternative that allows airflow, making it especially useful in humid spaces such as laundry rooms or basements.

Bump-out additions can add some space to a closet without requiring any significant structural work. This entails pushing back the existing rear or side of the closet, simply moving the wall into either an adjacent room or unused space. For ground-floor closets, this could even be extended to the exterior of the home, but that has its own complications. Bump-outs are a good discussion to have with your contractor if you’re just looking to increase the space a little—not renovate the entire closet space.

The features you choose for your laundry room to make it perfect depend largely on how you'll use the space, the size of your family, and their laundry needs. A perfect laundry room will have ample storage space, a clothes washer and dryer that are large enough for your needs and have good convenience features, and enough room to move around and work with enough countertop space to make laundry chores as easy as possible.

To prevent sagging, consider both the material and the span of the shelf. Using sturdy materials such as plywood or solid wood can provide better support than particleboard. Additionally, limiting the shelf span to 36 inches or less can reduce the risk of sagging. For longer shelves, incorporating center supports or brackets can offer additional reinforcement.

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