Tools & materials
- Closet rod
- Rod sockets or brackets
- Stud finder
- Level
- Drill and screws
- Tape measure
- Center support bracket for long spans
Step by step
- Step 1
Mark the rod height: 66 inches for long hanging, or 40 and 80 inches for a double-hang closet.
- Step 2
Level a line across the back and both side walls.
- Step 3
Mount the rod sockets on the side walls, screwing into studs or using heavy anchors.
- Step 4
Measure between the sockets and cut the rod about 1/8 inch shorter.
- Step 5
Install the rod and add a center bracket screwed into a stud if the span is longer than 48 inches.
When to stop and call ProFix
If you see any of these, stop and call us:
- Side walls are plaster or don't have framing in the right spot
- You want a full closet system
- The existing shelf is pulling out of the wall
Not in the mood to DIY? A ProFix pro can handle it for you in Chicago Metro and Dallas–Fort Worth, with a written price before work starts.
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