We are independent & ad-supported. We may earn a commission for purchases made through our links.
Advertiser Disclosure
Our website is an independent, advertising-supported platform. We provide our content free of charge to our readers, and to keep it that way, we rely on revenue generated through advertisements and affiliate partnerships. This means that when you click on certain links on our site and make a purchase, we may earn a commission. Learn more.
How We Make Money
We sustain our operations through affiliate commissions and advertising. If you click on an affiliate link and make a purchase, we may receive a commission from the merchant at no additional cost to you. We also display advertisements on our website, which help generate revenue to support our work and keep our content free for readers. Our editorial team operates independently of our advertising and affiliate partnerships to ensure that our content remains unbiased and focused on providing you with the best information and recommendations based on thorough research and honest evaluations. To remain transparent, we’ve provided a list of our current affiliate partners here.
Home

Our Promise to you

Founded in 2002, our company has been a trusted resource for readers seeking informative and engaging content. Our dedication to quality remains unwavering—and will never change. We follow a strict editorial policy, ensuring that our content is authored by highly qualified professionals and edited by subject matter experts. This guarantees that everything we publish is objective, accurate, and trustworthy.

Over the years, we've refined our approach to cover a wide range of topics, providing readers with reliable and practical advice to enhance their knowledge and skills. That's why millions of readers turn to us each year. Join us in celebrating the joy of learning, guided by standards you can trust.

What are Pull-Out Shelves?

By Sherry Holetzky
Updated: May 17, 2024
Views: 6,842
Share

Pull-out shelves, which are also referred to as sliding shelves or roll-out shelves, are exactly what they sound like. These shelves are made to easily slide in and out of a cabinet, a closet, or a pantry. Frequently made of wood or wire, and installed with sliding mounting brackets, pull-out shelves make hard to reach areas more accessible. They can also add value to the home.

There are different types, sizes, styles, and configurations available, from basic sliding shelves and pull-out baskets to detailed kitchen and pantry organizers. Wooden pull-out shelves look much like wooden boxes. The ones with taller sides look more like drawers. They can be ordered in the homeowner’s choice of wood, such as birch, maple, or oak. Many can be stained or painted if desired.

Other styles of sliding shelves include wire baskets. Many shelves come complete with basic mounting brackets, often called sliders or glides, which are attached to the inside of the cabinet. There are a number of choices in standard sizes and can be ordered to fit existing cabinets perfectly, or pull-out shelves can be custom made. Custom sliders, including extra long or heavy duty designs, can be ordered as well.

To simplify installation of basic pull-out shelves in a cabinet or pantry with existing shelving, it is a good idea to set the units inside the cabinet, atop the mounting brackets. It’s good to check the cabinet or closet door also, to make sure it will close easily. If not, you can adjust the position. Then you can mark the position of the mounting brackets with a pencil. Next, remove the pull-out shelves, screw the brackets into place, and attach the shelves to the brackets once again.

Some pull-out shelves can be attached to the cabinet frame itself and do not require existing shelving for installation. Making sure the sliders are level is essential. Installing this style can be a bit trickier. Instructions should be followed precisely or a contractor can be hired to install this type of sliding shelf.

Pull-out shelves are a good option for saving space and organizing the home or office. They allow easy access to areas that might otherwise turn into wasted space, such as deep corner cabinets. Roll-out shelves are also great for low or high cabinets, where it would otherwise be difficult to reach items in the very back. Sliding shelves also work great in areas besides the kitchen, such as bedrooms, bathrooms, home offices, and closets.

Share
WiseGeek is dedicated to providing accurate and trustworthy information. We carefully select reputable sources and employ a rigorous fact-checking process to maintain the highest standards. To learn more about our commitment to accuracy, read our editorial process.

Editors' Picks

Discussion Comments
By anon275812 — On Jun 20, 2012

Definitely right. It is a good choice to maximize some space of the house by putting in pull out shelves in some part of the house.

Share
https://www.wisegeek.net/what-are-pull-out-shelves.htm
Copy this link
WiseGeek, in your inbox

Our latest articles, guides, and more, delivered daily.

WiseGeek, in your inbox

Our latest articles, guides, and more, delivered daily.