How to Measure for Two Tier Closet Storage

The standard closet has one rod built in with plenty of space above. Even if there is a shelf above the rod, there is still usually plenty of space above that before you reach the ceiling. By creating a two tier closet, you can better use the space for storage. On average, one person needs a closet space of 48 inches for hanging clothes. In tight quarters, you can double up one closet to serve the clothes storage needs of two people.

Measuring tape
Pencil

Instructions

- 1
  Measure 45 inches up from the floor and mark the side wall horizontally. This is the amount of space necessary to hang shirts, pants (folded in half) suits, blouses and skirts. The only things that won't fit in this space are street dresses and longer coats.
- 2
  Measure 12 inches out from the back wall, along the 45-inch line you created in Step 1. You'll install the hardware on which to hang the lower closet rod at this point. Repeat the same measurements for the opposite side of the closet.
- 3
  Place your measuring tape at the floor of the closet and measure up 90 inches. Mark the side wall at the 90-inch height for the second rod. This is just a little more than the standard reach for a person of 5 feet, 8 inches.
- 4
  Measure 12 inches out from the back wall, along the 90-inch line you drew in Step 3. This point is where you'll place your second rod in the two tiered closet. Repeat the process on the opposite side wall.

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