Metal Storage Shelves
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Metal storage shelves can be a huge help in the office or at home. They’re great for storage and organization and are available in a wide variety of price points. Learn more about Staples’s selection of metal storage shelves below!
Why Use Metal Storage Shelves?
Metal storage shelves are often heavier duty than plastic shelves or other kinds of storage shelves and are made to withstand more severe temperatures or weather conditions. This means you can safely use them in a range of locations, like the kitchen, garage, porch or in storage units without worrying about how they’ll hold up in the heat.
They also don’t take up much floor space and can support a good deal of weight. They’re easy to assemble and can sometimes be connected to additional metal storage shelves for a cohesive appearance, depending on the type you purchase. Metal storage shelves tend to look more polished as well, so they’re great for placing next to desks in offices where you want to maintain a professional appearance.
What Kind of Metal Storage Shelves Should You Buy?
You have several options when picking out a metal storage shelf. Consider whether you want shelves with wheels so they can be easily relocated, how much weight you need them to support, and how tall and wide of a shelf your space can accommodate. Decide whether solid shelves are right for your items or if a basket-style shelf is more suitable. Maybe a shelf with slots is more appropriate.
You should also keep the following in mind:
Furnishing Color
You can easily find a black, chrome, white, silver or gray metal storage shelf. These are the traditional colors. Other options are also available, though, such as blue and red. These classic colors make it easy to find a shelf option that suits your space without drawing too much attention.
Number of Shelves
Staples’s metal storage shelves can come with a single shelf to up to eight shelves per unit. When deciding on the number of shelves that’s right for you, keep in mind how much vertical space you have available, as well as the weight of the items you would like to store. Also consider the accessibility of items stacked on hard-to-reach shelves. Shorter shelving units can help ensure all items are within reach.
Environmental
Looking for a more environmentally friendly shelf option? Staples also carries metal storage shelves made from recycled materials as part of our initiative to provide more sustainable items for the office and home.