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How to Install Your U Shaped Walk-in Closet Organizer

Steven Tines
✓ Official Factory Assembly Process Guide

Models: JLH-WCU, JLH-WCUGD (U-Shaped Configurations)

Professional Insight: These U-Shaped Walk-In Closet Organizers are curated "bundles" comprising multiple individual John Louis Home components (Towers, Shelf Kits, Garment Bar Kits, Drawers, and Doors). Because these systems are modular, the guide below navigates the specific order of operations (Wall A, then Wall C, then Wall B) to create the U-shape structure. You will reference the individual component guides linked in each step for the exact details of how to assemble that specific part.

Critical Pre-Installation Note: The U-Shaped configuration relies on a specific install order. You must install the side walls (Wall A and Wall C) first. The back wall (Wall B) bridges the gap and connects into the face of the side wall shelves.

1. Product: JLH-WCU (Standard U-Shape)

Configuration: Two Side Towers, Open Shelving

Wall A Process


Step 1: Tower Installation

Action: Mark Tower A position on the wall. The typical tower height position is 84in. Follow the installation instructions included in the package and install at the desired tower position.

View Guide: Installing Your Storage Towers (A)


Step 2: Shelf Installation

Action: Mark Shelf B positions on the wall. Typical shelf height positions are at 84in. for the upper shelf and 48in. for the lower shelf. Follow installation instructions included in the package and install at the desired position.

View Guide: Installing Your Shelf Kit (B & C)


Step 3: Garment Bar Installation

Action: Attach Garment Bars. Follow installation instructions included in the package and install under shelf positions.

View Guide: Adding Garment Bars To Your Shelf Kit (B & C)

Walk-in U Shaped Closet Install Process Wall A

Wall C Process


Step 1: Repeat Tower & Shelf Process

Action: Repeat the process from Wall A. Mark Tower A position at 84in height. Mark Shelf B positions at 84in and 48in. Install using the standard component instructions.

View Guide: Installing Your Storage Towers (A)

View Guide: Installing Your Shelf Kit (B & C)


Step 2: Garment Bar Installation

Action: Attach Garment Bars under the newly installed Shelf B positions on Wall C.

View Guide: Adding Garment Bars To Your Shelf Kit (B & C)

Walk-in U Shaped Closet Install Process Wall C

Wall B Process


Step 1: Measure & Install Shelf

Expert's Note: The Wall B upper shelf installs into the face of the Wall A and Wall C upper shelves. The length of Shelf C should be determined by measuring the actual distance between the faces of the Wall A and Wall C upper shelves.

Action: Mark Shelf C position on the wall (typically 84in). Review shelf installation instructions on how to perform a corner shelf installation.

View Guide: Installing Your Shelf Kit (B & C)


Step 2: Garment Bar Installation & Finishing Touches

Action: Attach Garment Bar under the Wall B shelf. If you have excess shelf cuts over 24in, you can create additional adjustable shelves and insert them into the towers at your desired location.

View Guide: Adding Garment Bars To Your Shelf Kit (B & C)

Walk-in U Shaped Closet Install Process Wall B

2. Product: JLH-WCUGD (U-Shape with Drawers & Glass Doors)

Configuration: Three Towers (Center Tower with Doors/Drawers), Open Shelving

Wall A Process


Step 1: Tower Installation

Action: Mark Tower A position on the wall. Typical tower height position is 84in. Follow instructions to install at desired position.

View Guide: Installing Your Storage Towers (A)


Step 2: Shelf Installation

Action: Mark Shelf B positions on the wall. Typical shelf height positions are 84in. (upper) and 48in. (lower). Install at desired position.

View Guide: Installing Your Shelf Kit (B & C)


Step 3: Garment Bar Installation

Action: Attach Garment Bars under shelf positions.

View Guide: Adding Garment Bars To Your Shelf Kit (B & C)

Walk-in U Shaped Closet with drawers and doors Install Process Wall A

Wall C Process


Step 1: Tower Installation

Action: Mark Tower A position on the wall. Typical tower height position is 84in. Follow instructions to install at desired position.

View Guide: Installing Your Storage Towers (A)


Step 2: Shelf Installation

Action: Mark Shelf B positions on the wall. Typical shelf height positions are 84in. (upper) and 48in. (lower). Install at desired position.

View Guide: Installing Your Shelf Kit (B & C)


Step 3: Garment Bar Installation

Action: Attach Garment Bars under shelf positions.

View Guide: Adding Garment Bars To Your Shelf Kit (B & C)

Walk-in U Shaped Closet with drawers and doors Install Process Wall C

Wall B Process


Step 1: Tower Installation

Expert's Note: The Wall B storage tower installs between the faces of the Wall A and Wall C upper shelves. For the best astehtic look, center it between the shelves. Ensure your Wall B is at least 6ft wide to allow proper spacing around the tower.

Action: Mark Tower A position on the back wall (84in height). Install the tower centered between the two side walls.

View Guide: Installing Your Storage Towers (A)


Step 2: Adjustable Shelves

Action: Use excess shelf cuts over 24in to create additional adjustable shelves if required. Insert them into the towers at desired locations.


Step 3: Drawer Installation

Action: Assemble tower drawers. Follow installation instructions included in package and install within tower.

View Guide: Adding Drawers To Your Organizer (A)


Step 4: Door Installation

Action: Assemble tower doors. Follow installation instructions included in package and install onto tower.

View Guide: Adding Doors To Your Organizer (A)

walk-in U shaped closet with with drawers and doors install process wall B

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Steven

Steven

Home Organization & Storage Expert

A disorganized home is a loud home. I combine the psychology of decluttering with the structural reality of solid wood storage. I’m here to help you ruthlessly clear the excess and build a system strong enough to hold what matters. Let's make room for living.
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