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How to Hang Stuff from Wire Shelving

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By AuntPhyl
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Wire shelving is great for organizing your garage. At the same time, the shelving stands in front of walls where nails used to hold mops, cords and brushes. With the right hooks, the shelves can hold those awkward items. Many cleaning supplies such as mops and brooms should hang between uses so that the cleaning surfaces can dry. Stacking these tools in a corner will flatten sponges and break bristles. In a few minutes, you can reduce your clutter and put those useful tools within reach.

From Quick Guide: Introduction to Shelves
Difficulty: Easy
Instructions

Things You'll Need:

  • Scissors
  • Assorted cable ties 8 to 12 inches long
  • Caribeners
  • Heavy duty S-hooks
  • Open Eye Snap Hooks
  • Wire shelf hook
  • Foam noodle
  1. Step 1
    Cable Tie Loops
     
    Cable Tie Loops

    Use sturdy cable ties to make a loop through your mop or broom handle. The loop should be 2 to 3 inches long for easy removal from the hook. Cut off any excess end.

  2. Step 2
    Assorted hooks
     
    Assorted hooks

    Select an assortment of hooks. Be sure they are large enough to fit over the wire shelving rod. Small hooks or snap eyes will not open far enough to hang over the rod. Lightweight or plastic hooks will not be sturdy enough to handle the weight. These hooks are available at hardware stores and home improvement stores. The flat shelf hooks are harder to find. They are often sold at home organizer stores or wire shelf suppliers.

  3. Step 3
    Caribeners
     
    Caribeners

    Hang obstructing items, like cords, at the end of shelves where they will not block access to your organized area. Large caribeners are suited to cords.

  4. Step 4
    Flat shelf hooks
     
    Flat shelf hooks

    Flat shelf hooks can be used singly or in pairs to hold larger items. These hooks clip firmly to the shelf and are not easily moved compared to other hooks.

  5. Step 5

    Open-eye snap hooks work well for long-handled supplies such as mops and brooms. They hang from the top shelf of a garage shelving unit and can hang in front of your organizer as they are easily moved for shelf access.

  6. Step 6
    S Hook
     
    S Hook

    Large S-hooks at the end of a shelf unit can hold several dusters, short brushes or yardsticks. S-hooks are usually the least expensive but they also fall off easily. Hanging two small items on on a hook gives enough weight to keep it in place when you lift off one item.

  7. Step 7
    Leg Noodle
     
    Leg Noodle

    You can add a section of foam noodle to your wire shelf leg. This protects against car door bumps and gives you a cushion support on the leg. A short noodle section halfway down your mop handle will hold it out from the shelving to dry.

Tips & Warnings
  • Experiment with hooks to find the ones that fit each length.
  • Hang mops where they will not drip on your organizer.
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