Your cans, jars, pots, and glasses might be different heights so it can be difficult to store them in your pantry.That is why the shelves are adjusted.If you have to accommodate anything in your pantry, you can move them around.It is easy to install your own shelves.You will have your shelves in place in no time if you use wall plugs or a standard set.
Step 1: Wall plugs for smaller shelves won't hold much weight.
The wall plug method uses pins or plugs that attach to the wall.The plugs can be moved around to adjust the shelves.Since the plugs rest on each side of the pantry, this method only works if the shelves reach from one end to the other.It's a perfect option for cabinets or smaller closets.The plugs might not be strong enough to support heavy items.This is the best option for storage in small spaces.The weight of the shelf can be determined by the plugs you use.Buy a set that lines up with what you'll be storing on the shelves if you check the packaging for a listed weight limit.The standards and brackets method is better for you if this isn't the case for your pantry.
Step 2: Measure the depth and length of your pantry.
You can stretch a tape measure across the pantry.If the tape measure is not straight you will get an inaccurate measurement.To get its depth measurement, measure the pantry from front to back.If you don't remember, write both measurements down.
Step 3: To fit in that space, you have to cut plywood shelves.
Measure the width and length of your pantry's plywood boards.To mark the cutting lines, use a straightedge.Cut along those lines with a table saw or circular saw.For your pantry, repeat this for as many shelves as you need.If your pantry is 24 in across and 20 in deep, you will have to cut the plywood to those dimensions.Gloves and goggles are required when using a saw.Keep your hands away from the blade.Do it now if you want to paint or stain the wood.It is easier to install the shelves before you do.
Step 4: From the pantry edges, measure and mark 1 in.
This is easy because the shelves are usually flush with the pantry edges.You can measure from the front and back of the pantry at any height.There is a place where the plugs will go.If your shelves are 8 in (20 cm) wide and flush with the edges of the pantry, then make a mark 1 in from each side.
Step 5: Make a mark on each side of the pantry.
You can use a straightedge or a yardstick to mark the side of the pantry.To mark the locations for the holes, place a dot with a pencil every 1 in.On the other side, repeat this for the back side of the pantry.Attachments that have pre-drilled holes in them can also be used.To poke through the holes without measuring the distance by hand, you would have to hold the attachment against the pantry.Make sure the holes are even on all sides.If you don't, your shelves will be crooked.
Step 6: Plug holes are made by drilling into each mark.
Put on goggles and use a power drill to make a hole in each mark.The drill bit shouldn't come out the other side if you go halfway into the wood.Hit all the marks by going up each side of the pantry.If the set recommends a drill bit size, check the wall plugs.Plugs will not fit if the holes are too big or small.
Step 7: You should put wall plugs in the places you want your shelves to sit.
Do you want the shelves in the pantry to be on one side or the other?Place wall plugs into the holes on each side of the pantry when you pick a spot.You should repeat this for each shelf.Press the plugs into the holes to make sure they are secure.It might be helpful to hit them with a hammer.Make sure the plugs are at the same height.Your shelf could fall if not for it.
Step 8: The plugs should be placed on top of the shelves.
Put the shelf in the pantry.The shelf should be straight end level.For each shelf, repeat this.If the shelves are too wide for the pantry, you can shave the edges with a saw.
Step 9: The shelves can be adjusted by moving the plugs to a different height.
Move the shelves around until you find a spot you like.That is the beauty of the shelves!Attach the plugs to the holes at a different height by sliding the shelf out.Put the shelf in again.
Step 10: The standard and brackets method can be used for larger shelves.
This is a better choice if you have a walk-in pantry or need to support a lot of weight on the shelves.It's useful if the space is large enough for the shelves to reach from one side to the other.You can find wall standards and matching brackets at any hardware store.You will need 2 brackets for each shelf, and you can put multiple brackets and shelves on each pair of standards.The wall standard will fit most brackets.Make sure the brackets are long enough for the shelves you're using.
Step 11: Find.
You can find the stud on the left side of the pantry by using a stud finder.Use a pencil to make a mark.To find and mark the next stud, move to the right.The stud spacing is typically 16– 24 in (41–61 cm) apart.If your shelves are longer than that, you may need to make a third stud.
Step 12: Hold the left standard against the stud.
Press the standard against the stud at the height that you want your shelves to sit.Hold a level against the side of the standard and adjust it until it is plumb or perfectly vertical.You should not slide the standard off the stud while adjusting it.Until the standard is straight, make small adjustments.You can get standards from any hardware store.You can find a pair that matches your pantry by shopping around.
Step 13: Attach the first standard to the wall.
Start at the standard's top hole and drive a screw into the wall.Drive a screw into the bottom hole if you hold the standard straight.Attach the standard with screws into the remaining holes.Before driving in the bottom screw, make sure the standard is vertical.Any last-minute adjustments can be made easily.
Step 14: Hold the second standard against the first.
Press the standard against the second stud that you located.If you want to get the standards level, you can slide the second one up and down until it is level with the first.Hold it in place until you find the right height.It is important to make sure the standards are level.Things could fall off if your shelves are not level.
Step 15: The second standard should be screwed down.
Drive a screw into the top hole if you hold the standard against the wall.To drive a screw into the bottom hole, you have to adjust the standard with a level.Drive screws into the remaining holes.If you have to take the standard away from the wall, use a pencil and put dots in all the screw holes so you can hang it up at the right height.
Step 16: The shelves should be put into the slots on the standards.
You can find the height of the shelf.The brackets should be on each standard at the same height.To lock it in place, tap the brackets down a few times.
Step 17: The shelf should be on the brackets.
If you slide the shelf into the pantry, it will rest on the brackets.It needs to be straight and level.If you are installing any other shelves, repeat this.If you don't like the height of the shelf, just take it off, pop the brackets out, and reinstall them in a different location.The screw holes in the bottom of the brackets allow you to drive screws into the shelf for a stronger hold.