The best Utility Racks: Reddit reviews

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A pegboard isn’t a bad idea, but you could also use wire shelving (something like this, for example). They’re cheap, sturdy, hold a ton of weight, and have good airflow.

Looks like a common steel wire adjustable shelve. You can find them at most big box stores.

Adjustable steel wire shelve

https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XCGZ7RJ?tag=camelproducts-20&linkCode=ogi&th=1&psc=1&language=en_US

If you're looking for a way to hang plates on your wall I ordered these and I'm very satisfied with how they turned out

Not odd at all. I love those things. You can find them cheaper at Lowes or Home Depot, Here's a link to one on Amazon. They are highly customizable, and I put my router and cable modem underneath the PC in a very short shelf.

Hard shell to help keep things dry and not shifting.

How high is your garage? With rope/pulley you should able to put in on the ground, and hoist up above. Once up against the ceiling, have two chains that can be used for security.

Also helps store some camping gear (not too heavy). Just remember rope breaks at the worst possible time, hence security chains.

Storage idea: Racor PHL-1R Pro HeavyLift 4-by-4-Foot Cable-Lifted Storage Rack Amazon link

I used these rails from amazon. Didn't realize the original design used 2 sets of these but i don't have anything that needs a 4 post rack right now but i can add another set in the back if needed easily.

Thanks. This is a wire rack from Amazon I just wrapped it in wood. I can remove the whole cover if need be. The side is a 16" shelving wood. The front is 1x4 and 1x6 pine that i stained.

https://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-5-Shelf-Shelving-Unit-Black/dp/B018YLFJX4/ref=sr_1_4?crid=39FU4VGKXMWMU&keywords=wire+rack&qid=1578797735&sprefix=wire%2Caps%2C180&sr=8-4

The heat flow is literally the only reason I got that type of shelf. This is the Amazon link to it if you're interested in getting it. AmazonBasics 4-Shelf Shelving Unit - Black https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LYBQXRH/ref=cm_sw_r_other_apa_i_5eZJCb21H30E4

In conjunction with what others have said, using an inexpensive wire rack for small appliance storage would help. They make them in all heights and sizes at local hardware stores too depending on what kind of space you're working with. They make more heavy duty shelves with solid shelves too but those are pricier. Ive used them in most apartments I've rented because I have a ridiculous amount of kitchen equipment. Right now I have a useless coat closet I've converted into a pantry with one of those racks.

For appearance sake, you can also wrap a curtain around it if you don't like having all the stuff exposed.

I picked up a shelf like this, great for holding and organizing lots of product. You can set one up in a closet, and it''ll provide way more structural support for the collection.

https://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-4-Shelf-Shelving-Unit-Black/dp/B01LYBQXRH/

Amazon Basics 5-Shelf Adjustable, Heavy Duty Storage Shelving Unit (350 lbs loading capacity per shelf), Steel Organizer Wire Rack, Chrome, (36L x 14W x 72H) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M0A4B9M/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_T8G0MEBRN04KAFGDNX4B?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

I have some Kallax in my game room. I’m not the biggest fan of them though. The square shapes are always barely too small for what I want to put in them. Between the gaps and the dividers themselves there is a lot of dead space.

I have these https://smile.amazon.com/dp/B01M0A4B9M in my basement and they work great. Don’t look as nice as the Kallax but they are a lot more functional. With the five shelf if you space them it’s a bit tall for games on each shelf. I picked up an extra shelf and made them six shelf. If you need smaller they sell those too.

You said not your forever storage. These are cheap, easy to move when that day comes. If you don’t want to use them for board games in a few years they make great general basement or garage storage.

Amazon sells them! 😁

That's where i got mine from and it works very well Sturdy as fuck

100% this. Although you need to be careful with your aim to prevent nuking the Roomba, I would definitely use a sprayer to teach the kitties a lesson.

As far as putting a "garage" over the thing, I'd be careful as to what you use. I have a 675, and it sometimes goes stupid when it's trying to dock because of where the base is located; between the kitchen trashcan and a cabinet. When the Roomba is trying to locate the dock, it can't see the IR signal that the dock uses to guide it in, as it's blinded from the sides due to obstructions. Assuming you don't have a model with the self emptying bins, I'd buy one of those stainless steel wire kitchen racks with the narrow legs, and set the base far enough underneath it that you still have access to the dirt bin, but far enough underneath that the cats can't easily get to the top of the robot. Depending on the model of the rack, the shelves have adjustable heights, so it should be fairly straightforward. Use a bit of duct tape or double sided sticky foam tape on the bottom of the base to keep it in place on the floor, too.

TL;DR Buy this and put it over the base: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M0A4B9M/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_glt_fabc_V54WCN2592SKQT1KEHCB?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

I have a high horsepower AWD vehicle with summer tires. It's basically a fucking bobsled when winter rolls around. However with good snow tires on it, it's better than my wifes 4runner (except on the rare days when the snow is really deep and clearance is an issue). I bought a wall mountable tire storage unit off of Amazon and have my stock rims mounted to the snow tires. The unit is stored in my garage up above the garage door itself. This is the unit I bought: https://www.amazon.com/HyLoft-01031-Folding-Storage-TireLoft/dp/B0058BMNVU/

Sure.

Amazon Basics 4-Shelf Adjustable, Heavy Duty Storage Shelving Unit (350 lbs loading capacity per shelf), Steel Organizer Wire Rack, Black (36L x 14W x 54H) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LYBQXRH/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_HPWYCQTC2AV4W9K5ZV12

Seville Classics Baker's Rack for Kitchens, Solid Wood Top, 14" x 36" x 63" H https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0719MK3J1/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_glt_fabc_KFH7B3QSKQ00VJEVKTB0?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

These things are my go to - cheap lightweight but can handle a significant load per shelf.

come in a variety of sizes too for maximizing storage in odd spaces.

We have two large wire shelving units on our wall, in between them is a large storage cabinet type thing with doors that close - where I keep art/puzzle stuff “locked up”. Fabric boxes on the shelves with different toys and we rotate or bring down what she wants. Box for magnet tiles/blocks/cars etc. things like her little dollhouse and other favorite toys are on the bottom so she can play as needed. The rest of her toys are in her room. We have another cubby style storage in her room with the same - books/toys and Knick Knacks in fabric boxes. Also lucky enough that her bedroom has 2 small closets so one for clothes and the other for more toys. After reading this I have an urge to toss toys now XD

AmazonBasics 5-Shelf Adjustable, Heavy Duty Storage Shelving Unit (350 lbs loading capacity per shelf), Steel Organizer Wire Rack, Chrome, (36L x 14W x 72H) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01M0A4B9M/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_fabc_QNOYFbAMW5MTF?_encoding=UTF8&psc=1

cant attest to it personally, but this looks like itd work, the weight rating is crazy high at least. lots of good ratings.

I've always used the metal garage shelving from Amazon, and it's worked great for me for smaller tanks. https://www.amazon.com/AmazonBasics-5-Shelf-Shelving-Unit-Chrome/dp/B01M0A4B9M/ref=sr_1_3?dchild=1&keywords=Metal+Shelves&qid=1605566122&sr=8-3

I built an angled rack for under my stairs for my homelab, using 2x4s and just the threaded rails I got off Amazon. Total cost, $63

14U for 4-post stuff, 8U above at the top/front for switch, router, and cable management.

20U Rails

14U rails

Got some old compaq swing arms off FleaBay for $18 so the two 4U boxes can extend on their rails while they're powered on.

The R510 was designed for high density. I have the 12 bay version with the 2 internal 2.5 ssd's only using 6 drive bays and its pretty quiet. I stuck a few L5506's in it and its quieter then my T610 with no drives. As for racks. I purchased one of these from amazon. I put my tower servers on the bottom shelf and put my rack servers on the upper ones.

Just got sent this link by a friend. I just bought a house with an 8' door so I can drive inside with the tent on (that was a requirement for any house I got). I was planning on building something to store the tent, but this is practically exactly what I was looking for anyway!

Figured a few people here might want the same thing.

*edit, and for those who can't see the facebook post, here is the amazon link! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0009I8AO6/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apap_WMUcd1BDsfqBC

I actually found this on Amazon for just under $20, and it will safely hold two 10-gallon tanks with rocks. I’ll buy it soon if I can find space for it!

I live in Japan so links to the ones I use wouldn't be super helpful (I'm assuming). Not sure the dimensions of your TV, but these Amazon basics shelves are rated to hold insane amounts of weight. They have a range of sizes so have a look. https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01LYBQXRH?aaxitk=kG9MNMadpfxDJZr3Ys7LLA&pd_rd_i=B01LYBQXRH&hsa_cr_id=8633735720401

The rails I got with the servers... Not sure where you can buy them. If you mean the posts (I realized I made a typo in the album and I actually got sent 40u posts!), I got the 20u ones off Amazon - these ones: https://www.amazon.ca/gp/product/B00JJ18OVS/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o03_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I have a very similar problem and i just bought this shelving system on amazon for $20, i’m gonna set it up by my window and hope for the best! i’m also sure you can find other window-tables around if this doesn’t work for you!

I'd make a note of a couple things.

On the swapping side, it's easy to swap out wheel sets (that's just takes a lug wrench and a jack - you can get a decent bottle jack at Harbor Freight, with the proper safety lock, for about $20). If you want to keep the same wheels year-round and swap the tires, you're looking at spending about $30-$50 every swap, or about $60-$100/year.

The best wheels for winter are heavy (steel, typically), and in a standard diameter (15, 16, or 17). If you get low-profile wheels (like 18's or 19's), you'll have a harder time finding winter tires for them, and it'll be more costly. Also, Subaru's with low-profile / garishly painted / non-stock wheels puts you in a somewhat different heuristic category for local law enforcement than a Subie with stock wheels does, by way of FYI.

If you're looking at getting another set of wheels, I'd recommend pulling up tirerack.com and comparing cost of winter tires sized for old wheels vs. the ones you're looking at purchasing. If you've got the garage space, I'd definitely recommend just keeping the not-in-use set there. I've got a cheap-o Amazon rack (I've got a review and some pictures included there) that is mostly out of the way.

All that said, if garage space is lacking, swapping out tires annually works, and some tire places will store your tires for you. But if you can spare the space, it's a good investment, IMO.

I bought a couple of these shelves and assembled them like a table. My plants sit on them and as I water runoff gathers in a dish washing tub I have underneath them. Then I dump them when I’m done.

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