I recently installed the Rhino Shelf Universal Garage Storage Kit, and I have to say, it’s truly a top-notch product! These shelves are incredibly strong and secure—so much so that you can literally do pull-ups on them without worrying about stability. The shelves offer a spacious 24-inch depth, making it easy to store even larger items without hassle. I’ve tried a lot of storage solutions over the years, but nothing compares to the strength and durability of these shelves. The only downside, in my opinion, is the price. While the design is simple and straightforward, there’s definitely a significant markup on the product. It feels overpriced for what you get, especially considering the basic design. That said, there's no questioning the quality—they are built to last and really are an excellent long-term investment for garage organization. Overall, five stars for durability and function! Read more
We moved to our home about 3 years ago and I decided that this winter (in Maine) we were going to actually use the garage for our CARS! I did lots of research on different kinds of garage storage. I decided to install these Rhino Shelves for the 24 foot long back wall. I liked that 1) the shelves suspend from the studs instead of the ceiling joists because the ceiling joists in my garage run parallel to the back wall, which would have put all the load of ceiling-suspended shelving on the same two joists; 2) stud spacing doesn't need to be 16" on center (our garage was intended to be 16" OC but the builders must have had apprentices on site that day because the studs are off by as much as 1 inch in some cases); 3) the shelves are 33" deep which allows storing the 27 gallon totes on their short end; and 4) the shelves can be installed as high as your ceiling accommodates - in my case our garage ceiling is 10' and we were able to hang the shelves 7 ft + above the garage floor which allowed room for a workbench, additional storage shelves and 4 wall-mounted adult bicycles, all under the Rhino shelves. Cutting the 2x4's is easy after the metal frame is up - just measure distance between hangers along the back wall and cut 5 identical pieces of 2x4 for that section. I recommend an extra person to help with screwing in the boards - a second pair of hands helps to hold the board & hanger in place while the other drills hole and screws the nail into the 2x4 from bottom of the hanger - this will require use of two ladders. I would definitely buy again if I ever moved to another house. My husband thinks this shelving is going to add to resale value of our house. I really like the uniform look of the storage bins sitting on top of airy 2x4's. BTW, we found the best deal on these black totes at Sam's Club. Read more
I was on the fence about ordering this due to the price, but I'm really glad I did. The instructions in the package are some of the best instructions I've ever read for a home improvement project. They were detailed, easy to read, well-written, and most importantly -- helped ensure a flawless installation. The material used on the shelves is top-notch, and clearly very high quality. I was a little unsure about this purchase due to the premium price, but it's absolutely a premium product. These shelves installed easily and look awesome in my workshop. 5/5 would buy again. Read more
I ordered the 12’ mini shelf set-up for my garage. It took me a while to get around to installing them, but they are rock solid. It’s not a quick job because the instructions are so thorough and there’s a good deal of measuring and making sure you’re in the studs. But if you want them level and plum (and firmly anchored), then it pays to do it right. You can tell from the instructions that these were designed and manufactured by professionals. I’m decent with a wrench, and they’re not complicated at all. Just a lot of measuring. It’s great that they let you use your own boards — which makes total sense because studs are rarely spaced evenly, which was the case for me. I ended up using poplar because I wanted a finished look. They look great and are definitely rock solid. It’s always nice when a company is clearly attentive to detail. Made in the US and you can tell. Read more
On the plus side, the Rhino Shelve Hardware is well engineered. Assembly was easy. The instructions are somewhat overkill for anyone who has put up shelves before. But, OK. Once installed, the shelves look great and are very sturdy. On the minus side, they are a little pricey. But, I appreciate being able to select my own lumber to control the total cost. Finally, the kit would have been better if steel flat washers were included. The steel lag bolts dig into the wall brackets when tightened. They are probably secure enough, but I would always use washers in such applications to better spread out the load. Also, the tolerances on the center T brackets, used when connecting 4 ft sections, are a little tight. I had too drill one of the holes to get the second vertical machine bolt through both brackets. No big deal since the brackets are aluminum. Read more
It did take some work to put it up but I was able to do it on my own. They are very sturdy and fit everything up there. They align well and look pretty sharp. I painted the wood white and I think it looks a little better. A little on the pricey side but I highly recommend it. Read more
