![]() On the bottom, attach a Rigid Tie corner connector and secure with SD8 screws, making the bottom of the connector flush with the bottom of the board. On top of the vertical supports, install a 20-gauge Rigid Tie connector and secure with SD8 screws. The shelf frame is assembled with Rigid Tie RTC2Z corner connectors and secured to the garage wall through the back of the shelf. The shelf is assembled with Rigid Tie RTR connectors supporting the front of the shelf to the ceiling. This measurement will be the vertical support length. For my garage, 35″ gave me plenty of space so the garage door would clear the shelving. 2 – 2″ x 4″ x 35″ wood – length may change depending on the garage door clearanceįirst, you’ll need to determine the distance between the highest movement of the garage door and the ceiling.Simpson Strong-Tie Wafer-Head #8×1 ¼” screws.2 ½” Strong-Drive® SD #9 Structural Connector Screws.4 – Simpson Strong-Tie® Rigid Tie RTC2Z corner connectors (1/2 workbench hardware kit).2 – Simpson Strong-Tie® 20-gauge Rigid Tie™ RTR connectors. ![]() Materials (for each 8′ long x 2′ deep shelf) The depth of the shelves are 2-feet deep but can be easily modified for 3-feet deep. Simpson Strong-Tie connectors make these DIY storage shelves easy to build and install. There is a lot of empty space above the garage door, so why not take advantage of it and add suspended garage shelves? These shelves are great for seasonal item storage and stuff that you want to keep but do not need that often. I’m always looking for great storage ideas and solutions, especially in the garage where things tend to pile up. We’re delighted to share her DIY garage shelves using the Simpson Strong-Tie® Workbench/Shelving Hardware Kit. She’s a tractor-driving, tool-loving mom of two. If you’re curious about some of the products I used on this project, check them out on Amazon.This Suspended Garage Storage unit was designed and built by Amy from Hertoolbelt. I tried to make the design as compact as possible while still being able to fit a day-to-day load of lumber for on-going projects. The further away from the wall that any given piece of lumber places a load on the rack, the more stress will be placed on your studs and drywall. If you decide to use this approach for you own lumber rack, just be mindful about how much stress is can place on your wall. I also made the rack high enough off the ground so I could store a mobile workbench that I plan to build in the near future. I don’t use my plywood all that often, so I’m glad it’s stored out of the way while still keeping my long boards and cut-off pieces accessible. It’s strong, functional and has really cleaned up my garage. ![]() In a phrase, this lumber rack is all about boards in the front and big sheet goods in the back – head the name “Mullet-style” lumber rack. I also added some small cubbies for storing small cut-offs and specialty pieces of lumber. I decided to make my own design where sheets of plywood would be stored in a large framed shelf, while sporting the traditional arm shelves for storing long boards. I searched Pinterest for ideas, but I couldn’t quite find a design that mounted to a wall while still being able to storage large sheets of plywood and long boards simultaneously. To help with my lumber storage, I decided to build my own lumber rack. My workshop will always need to be a garage first and woodworking shop second.
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