First Things First: Consider Weight Requirements
Open pantry shelving often holds a lot of weight—think beans, rice, snacks, and cans. Before choosing any brand, consider what you plan to store on your shelves.
If you want your shelving to be sturdy and not tip or sag, we highly recommend a brand that uses a steel peg system that is bored into the shelf board itself. All of our contractor-grade shelf hardware is designed to reliably hold up to around 40–60 pounds per stud that you drill into.
Now the Fun Stuff: Picking Out Your Finish & Style
Once you've found a brand you trust, explore their range of shelf styles and finishes. We recommend not choosing a shelf company based solely on finishes and styles without considering the durability and strength of the shelves themselves.
It’s also wise to pick a company that offers samples. This allows you to see which finishes will look best in your pantry alongside your existing decor. At Shelfology, we offer samples for all our shelf boards and steel finishes. These are reasonably priced and come with bulk pricing if you need multiple samples. They also ship quickly, keeping your project on track.
What’s Next? Measure the Space & Order!
After selecting your finish and style, measure the space where you’ll hang your shelves. The standard for kitchen shelving is to have the bottom of the first shelf 18†above the countertops. The next shelf should be about 18†above that. However, in a pantry, you can place shelves wherever you prefer.
Once you’ve measured, take those numbers to the website of your choice (you can view all our shelf kits here) and order the shelves you need.
The Final Countdown!
Your new, stylish shelves have arrived, and you’re excited to start hanging them. While we can't provide one set of instructions that works for every shelf, you'll want to read through your shelf kit’s instructions before beginning installation.
If you've chosen our classic Aksel Wood Floating Shelves, we have a dedicated blog post on installing these popular shelves.
Here are some quick tips for installing your pantry shelving:
- Attach your shelves to as many studs as possible. Overkill is better than a mess on your pantry floor.
- Make sure everything is level before finalizing where your shelves will go.
- Use a good-quality stud finder and mark your studs with a pencil.
The Fun Part: Organizing and Decorating!
Now comes the fun part! Grab your collection of mason jars and storage containers and get started. You can go for a symmetrical look, or mix and match different jars and jugs to suit your lifestyle. Remember, this open pantry needs to work for you and anyone else who cooks in the kitchen.
The goal is functionality first, and aesthetics second (especially if your pantry is behind doors). Optimize your space to help you be more efficient, and the rest will follow naturally!
We hope this guide has been helpful to you, no matter where you are in the process. From all of us at Shelfology, happy shelf decorating!
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