A guide to buying chrome wire shelving

Chrome wire shelving is versatile shelving which you can use for many different purposes. Chrome wire shelving can be great for closets, where you can put it on top of closet rods to store boxes or seldom used items. You can also use chrome wire shelving to create a rack of shelves in your closet for things like purses and sweaters. Chrome wire shelving may be used in basements, in pantries and anywhere in the house where you need inexpensive and functional storage. However, when you buy shelving and racking, whether it is made of chrome or other wire shelf material, you need to think about a few key factors.

Mounting system

The first thing to consider is how your wire racking or shelf unit will mount. It is possible to buy free standing metal and/or chrome shelves and this is often the simplest option if you are not particularly handy. Many companies also make simple mounting racks which screw into the wall. You will need to use a stud finder to find where the studs are and screw the mounting system into the wall with the screws which fit in the holes or which come with the mounting system. Before buying any chrome shelving systems, make sure you are comfortable with what is required to mount the system so that you do not end up with shelves you cannot use.

Weight rating

The next thing to consider when you shop shelves is how much the shelves can hold. Chrome wire shelving is usually substantial but wire shelving racks do have limits on how much weight they will support before they sag or break, leaving your items tumbling to the floor. If your chrome wire shelving does not seem to be strong enough, you can consider steel shelves as a viable alternative.

Size and accessories

You also need to consider the size of the chrome wire shelving unit as well as any potential accessories which come with it. The system should be large enough to hold all you need. If you are using the chrome shelf in a closet, you may also wish to consider whether it has matching shoe racks or other components so you can put together a cohesive closet unit.