6 ft. Solid Wood Shelving Kit
6 ft. Solid Wood Shelving Kit
The Foundation of a Better Closet: Premium Wall-Mounted Storage
Upgrade from "temporary" wire to "permanent" solid wood. Most reach-in closets are outfitted with flimsy wire shelving that leaves indentations in your clothes and eventually sags under the weight of storage bins. The John Louis Home 6ft. Shelf Kit is a furniture-grade intervention. Crafted from 100% solid wood and capable of supporting 50 lbs. per linear foot, this kit provides a flat, stable surface for everything from heavy pantry staples to your finest linens.
Why This Shelf Kit is a Permanent Upgrade:
Material Honesty: While wire shelving bows over time, our 100% real wood is built to handle heavy loads. It is the definitive solution for storing folded jeans, heavy coats, and loaded storage bins without the sagging common in particle board.
The "Flat Surface" Advantage: Say goodbye to items tipping over or falling through gaps. This wider slat design ensures that small pantry items, perfume bottles, or stacked linens stay perfectly upright and organized.
Furniture-Grade DIY: Get the look of a custom-built closet at a fraction of the cost. This kit is designed for a straightforward installation, mounting directly to wall studs for a rock-solid finish that outlasts your mortgage.
Multi-Room Versatility: Available in 12-inch or 16-inch depths, allowing you to maximize storage in narrow hallways, deep walk-in pantries, or bedroom suites.
One Shelf, Infinite Applications: Use this to bridge the gap between two John Louis Home Tower Units or to extend storage to an adjacent wall for a wrap-around closet design.
Ideal Use Cases:
The Master Bedroom: Replace builder-grade wire with a sophisticated wood surface for sweaters and handbags.
The High-Capacity Pantry: Finally, a shelf that can hold heavy cans, small appliances, and bulk dry goods without buckling.
Linen & Laundry Room: Perfectly store stacks of fresh towels and heavy laundry detergents with ease.
Reach-In Closets: The standard length for most bedroom closets, providing a complete wall-to-wall storage upgrade.
Quick Specs:
Material: 100% Solid Wood | No MDF or Particle Board.
Capacity: 50 lbs. per linear foot (when properly installed to studs).
Included in Kit: (1) 6ft. Solid Wood Shelf, Curved Wooden Angle Brackets, Metal L-Clips, and all Hardware.
Compatibility: Integrates seamlessly with all John Louis Home 12" and 16" systems.
Expert Utility & Investment:
Choosing solid wood is about quality that does not break the bank. It offers affordable elegance—the durability of a custom install with the simplicity of a DIY project. Your goal is to buy a system once to save money and time.
The Trusted Advisor Tip (The 24-Inch Spacing Rule):
For a 6-foot span, the secret to a rock-solid feel is proper weight distribution. To ensure your shelf remains perfectly level and secure, position your Angle Brackets 24 inches from each end. This creates a balanced support system that carries the load across the center of the span, ensuring your shelf remains rigid even when loaded with heavy bins or stacks of denim.
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FEATURES
FEATURES
• Available in Honey Maple, Red Mahogany, Espresso, Chestnut, or White finish
• 100% Solid Wood
• 12in. or 16in. shelf depth
• Ventilated for airflow
• Cut to fit desired length
• Can be installed into side walls or free-floating
• Use in closet, pantry, linen, bedroom, laundry & more
WHAT'S INCLUDED
WHAT'S INCLUDED
• One 6ft. shelf
• Two Angle Brackets.
• Four Metal Shelf Mounting L-Clip Brackets
• Two Metal Shelf End Brackets
• All Required Hardware & Fasteners
• Installation Instructions
• One Year Manufacturers Limited Warranty
DIMENSIONS
DIMENSIONS
• Shelf Depth: 12in. or 16in.
• Shelf Height: 1.75in.
• Shelf Width: 72in.
• Slat Depth: 10in.
• Slat Width: 1in.
• Slat Spacing: .50in.
• Rail Depth: 1in.
• Rail Height: 1.75in.
• Rail Width: 72in.
• Product Weight: 14lbs or 16lbs.
• Supported Weight: 25lbs per lineal ft.
FAQs
FAQs
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.How do I cut the 6ft shelf?
A.You can easily cut it to your exact wall-to-wall dimension using a fine-toothed saw.
Q.Will this hold heavy pantry items?
A.Absolutely. When mounted to studs, it supports 50 lbs. per linear foot, making it ideal for bulk goods.
Q.Is this real wood or laminate?
A.his is 100% kiln-dried Pine Solid Wood. We never use MDF or particle board.
Q.Can I join two of these in a corner?
A.Yes. Use the included Shelf End Hardware to connect two shelves at a 90-degree angle for an "L-shaped" configuration.
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.Does it come with all the mounting hardware?
A.Yes, the kit includes everything: the shelf, brackets, and all required fasteners.
Q.Will the solid wood warp?
A.To prevent warping, John Louis Home uses only quality kiln-dried wood. The wood is treated and the multi-layered finish process blocks moisture intake. As with any natural product, warping may occur when used in areas that contain overly excessive amounts of moisture.
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS
View Installation Guide & Videos. Includes downloadable PDF manual.
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100% REAL SOLID WOOD
No particle board, pressed wood or MDF. Just real solid wood. Available in multiple finish colors of Red Mahogany, Honey Maple, Chestnut, Espresso & White.
CURVED ANGLE BRACKETS
Our solid wood contemporary curved designed angle brackets provide underside shelf support and allow for free hanging shelves. Allowing you to utilize and place our solid wood shelving in spaces outside of just the closet. Whether it’s shelving for books, family pictures, or toys for your kids, our angle bracket hardware beautifully adapts our shelving to any space in any room.
SATIN NICKEL HARDWARE
Our hardware 100% metal and is specifically designed to provide stability and elegance.
VENTILATED SHELVING
Ventilated shelving allows for better air circulation, reducing the risk of mildew and musty odors in your closet. Additionally, the open design prevents dust buildup, keeping your clothes cleaner and fresher for longer.
"Beautiful, sturdy, classy & functional. I am so impressed with this. It is very versatile and ended up buying three sets. We plan to do all the closets in our house!"
Amanda Woolley. 5 out of 5 stars. Reviewed May 5th 2024.
Anyone Can do It. Watch Installation Videos
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4ft. & 6ft. Shelf Assembly Video
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Corner (Perpendicular) Shelf & Garment Bar Assembly Video
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We needed to remove our current closet system to replace our flooring. Once removed, we realized we did not want to reinstall the existing closet system. I did my research and chose John Louis Home. We opted for chestnut color. The only negative thing I can say is that the wood is soft and dents easily. Be careful when installing. We are very happy with our remodeled closet! The only item left is to hang our floor length mirror on the end wall.
I can NOT say enough about the exceptional quality of this product , and the exemplary customer service provided by my rep, Jonathan! I LOVE my new closet !! Thank you Jean Louis and Jonathan-I am recommending you to everyone!
Once order is placed, prepare your walls because shipping is super fast! I installed 4 John Louis Coset Organizers. “Anybody Can Do It” applied to this woman, age 60, who never used a circular saw before. Bought a handheld Ryobi Circular saw for this project. Made a makeshift saw table with my furniture mover turned upside down. Watched a lot of tutorials, and used my quilting ruler to clamp down a metal guide 1 1/8 inch from my cut line for my particular saw to make beautiful cuts. Sometimes needed a bit of sanding to make the shelf fit. I like edges to meet the hardware so used pieces of shims and caulk for a finished look if needed. I used the tip of backing out a clip from the wall, but only had to do this with 2 clips. I used an inch and half level on my clips before tightening the screws by hand. I did need different drywall anchors than the ones provided for my drywall. Also followed tracing around shelfends in position with a level for proper placement of hardware. One 48” board is provided to make 2 shelves for the tower. I used a smaller drill bit size for pegs so they were snug. I used the tip from johnlouiscanada of placing a screw ( the leftover 1” screws work) in the slot above the shelf bracket to keep it from rocking especially when using the wall anchors for the brackets. A small pilot hole in the middle of the slat 1/2 inch in then hand tightening screw worked perfectly. I can see that different buildings might have different variables to consider when installing, but I’m in new construction so everything fit precisely as engineered. I wanted 15” above the tower so placed at 81” and my long hang at 68” or 69”. I made use of stud placement in configurations. These kits are genius and the hardware and shelving are beautiful!













