Q. Can the Shelf Kit be free-floating on either or both sides?
A. Yes, the Shelf Kit can be free-floating by using the provided curved wooden angle brackets. These angle brackets provide support to the shelf if not installed into a side wall.
Q. Can the Shelf Kit be cut-to-size?
A. Yes, the Shelf Kit can be cut-to-size by using a fine-toothed saw blade. For best results, we recommend using a table saw or sliding miter saw.
Q. Can Garment Bars be added to the Shelf Kit?
A. Yes, Garment Bars can be added to the Shelf Kit. Our 4ft. and 6ft. Bar Kits are sold with all the hardware needed to install directly to the Shelf Kit.
Q. Can Shelf Kits be installed in a 90-degree corner?
A. Yes, Shelf Kits can be installed in a corner at a 90-degree angle. One shelf (A) is installed onto the back wall and side wall. The other shelf (B) is installed to the perpendicular wall and secured to the front of shelf (A) using the included Shelf End Hardware.
Q. Can Shelf Kits be installed on brick or plaster?
A. John Louis Home shelving is designed for installation on current specifications and methods of wood studding and drywall. While the Shelf Kit can be installed on alternative wall types, custom wall preparation and hardware will be required.
Q. What if my cut measurement is in the middle of a shelf slat?
A. There are two solutions to this. One – The size of the included Shelf End Hardware allows for short cuts; therefore, you may cut at the nearest slat side of your measurement. Two – Make your cut using a fine-toothed straight handsaw and place the cut slat side facing the sidewall.
Q. What is included in the Garment Bar Kits?
A. All hardware required to hang the Bar Kit directly under a John Louis Home shelf is included – 2 J-Hooks and 2 Bar Ends.
Q. What are the Garment Bar Kits made of?
A. The Garment Bar Kits and included hardware are all made from 100% solid metal.
Q. Can the Garment Bar Kits be cut?
A. Yes, the Garment Bar Kits are designed to be cut-to-size when needed. A fine-toothed blade suitable for metal is recommended.
Q. Can the Garment Bar Kits be mounted directly into sidewalls?
A. No, the Garment Bar Kits are specifically designed to mount directly under the John Louis Home shelving.
Q. Can multiple Garment Bar Kits be used together to create a longer span?
A. Yes, multiple Garment Bar Kits can seamlessly be connected by using our Metal Bar Connector.
Q. Can Garment Bar Kits be connected at a 90-degree corner?
A. No, the Garment Bar Kits cannot be connected at a 90-degree corner.
Q. What is the distance from the Garment Bar to the shelf above?
A. The Garment Bar sits 2in. below the shelf rail.
Q. How much clearance is there from the Garment Bar to the back wall.
A. The Garment Bar sits 10.25in. from the back wall. This allows clearance for any standard hanger.
Q. What accessories can be added to the Shelf Kit?
A. Our Pull-Out Pant Rack and Under-Mount Belt & Tie Rack can be installed directly under the Shelf Kit.
