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BJs Wholesale has 5'-8' Rubbermaid Direct Mount Wardrobe Closet Kit on sale for $9.98 valid for BJs Wholesale Members only. Select free store pickup if stock is available.

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Product Info:
  • Fits closets within 5'-8' wide
  • Easy to install with everyday tools
  • Epoxy-coated steel provides strength and durability
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Cruising around my local club today I came across this deal, just noticing the discount.

Rubbermaid Direct Mount 5-8' Wardrobe Closet Kit [bjs.com], item 274896 Model 210515, UPC 077332051383, 5138
Original Price: $44.99
Clearance Price: $9.98 (78% off)

The Rubbermaid Direct Mount 5'-8' Wardrobe Closet Kit is the perfect way to get your home organized. This kit can be used throughout the home from mudrooms to bedrooms. It is easy to install using everyday tools and it includes all the necessary pieces needed to build your closet organization system. No cutting or additional hardware is necessary for installation. This closet kit adds up to 8' of storage space. It includes both linen and wardrobe shelves which add both hanging and stacking storage space. Maximize your space with this closet kit.
  • Wardrobe organizer for closets 4 to 8 feet in length or width
  • Rods for hanging and shelves for sweaters and jeans
  • Steel construction for optimal durability
  • Epoxy coating won't stain or snag
  • Includes all mounting hardware
What's great about this is it appears to be a chain-wide clearance and all the clubs I am checking near me (CT/MA) have it in stock at the clearance price.

It seems to be a BJ's-only clearance as well as other stores that sell this have it for the original price:
Lowe's [lowes.com] - $44.98
Amazon [amazon.com] - $53.48

Installation Instructions [scene7.com]
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There will be lots of homes near you selling for $10K less in the near future if I read.the earlier comment right.
I bought two sets to see if i can turn the hallway closet into a pantry

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01-20-2022 at 05:24 AM.
01-20-2022 at 05:24 AM.
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These setups look so tacky and pedestrian. Great for a renter with low cash to keep basic order. Horrible for home owners, or anyone who isn't brokeass.

You would not want to sell your house while this is installed. Would probably get 10k less on offers.

Frankly, I agree. I don't like these systems and they do look cheap IMHO, however I also realize they have their place. Just because I find them too low brow for my taste doesn't mean others won't find a use for them, and these seem to be pretty popular if you look at previous threads.
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01-20-2022 at 06:57 AM.
01-20-2022 at 06:57 AM.
Quote from jeffricks2051 :
These setups look so tacky and pedestrian. Great for a renter with low cash to keep basic order. Horrible for home owners, or anyone who isn't brokeass.

You would not want to sell your house while this is installed. Would probably get 10k less on offers.

Yes, quite shallow and pedantic.
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Spdracr
01-20-2022 at 07:55 AM.
01-20-2022 at 07:55 AM.
The kit might seem cheap and crappy to the fancy ones in this thread. I'm not sure why you're on SD looking at tacky and ugly shelves in the first place!

Now I will add that this kit may seem tacky and cheap. I personally use these shelves in all our closets but I don't use them with the same support poles as this kit. I use the rail system and the support brackets that the shelves sit on top.

For me this kit is good for the 6 shelves that it comes with and the misc hardware that comes with. 6 precut shelves and wall brackets and rubber end caps for $10 is a deal.
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01-20-2022 at 08:39 AM.
01-20-2022 at 08:39 AM.
I don't understand why all the hate either. I had these setup (pretty sure also Rubbermaid) for over 20 years with closet full of cloths and they are still standing. No bending. On the other hand, a closet with wooden rod snapped and all the cloths fell on the floor.
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01-20-2022 at 08:56 AM.
01-20-2022 at 08:56 AM.
Shipping cost kills the deal for me.
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01-20-2022 at 09:06 AM.
01-20-2022 at 09:06 AM.
Quote from Spdracr :
The kit might seem cheap and crappy to the fancy ones in this thread. I'm not sure why you're on SD looking at tacky and ugly shelves in the first place!

Now I will add that this kit may seem tacky and cheap. I personally use these shelves in all our closets but I don't use them with the same support poles as this kit. I use the rail system and the support brackets that the shelves sit on top.

For me this kit is good for the 6 shelves that it comes with and the misc hardware that comes with. 6 precut shelves and wall brackets and rubber end caps for $10 is a deal.
It's supposedly "expandable" too - I don't know if that means you can take multiple kits and add them together or....?

I've never installed one of these so I can't really comment on what "expandable" means.

To me, if you have a shallow closet (e.g. not a walkin), these are OK especially for kids. For adults, you're probably going to be hanging a ton of weight in the closet and these types of systems are not good for that. For kids or general storage, however, they would be good because kids clothes aren't going to take up the entire ~ 5 foot vertical space that a typical closet rod would give you - what do you do with the rest of that space? (plus kids generally have less clothing that would be hung anyway).
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01-20-2022 at 09:20 AM.
01-20-2022 at 09:20 AM.
Quote from Dr. J :
It's supposedly "expandable" too - I don't know if that means you can take multiple kits and add them together or....?

I've never installed one of these so I can't really comment on what "expandable" means.

To me, if you have a shallow closet (e.g. not a walkin), these are OK especially for kids. For adults, you're probably going to be hanging a ton of weight in the closet and these types of systems are not good for that. For kids or general storage, however, they would be good because kids clothes aren't going to take up the entire ~ 5 foot vertical space that a typical closet rod would give you - what do you do with the rest of that space? (plus kids generally have less clothing that would be hung anyway).

Let me expand on your point. These are made in certain configuration to accept a hanging pole for clothes to be hung and still be able to put stuff on top. You need the wall support and support brackets I mentioned earlier. You also need to mount into a stud behind your drywall to ensure it doesn't fall.

As far as expandability, I'm guessing you can daisy chain them side by side but this leg support system is not for heavy duty storage.
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01-20-2022 at 10:17 AM.
01-20-2022 at 10:17 AM.
Ironically snobbish comments. I guess this is being evaluated the way too many people evaluate others, based on appearance rather than ability to do anything useful.
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01-20-2022 at 10:31 AM.
01-20-2022 at 10:31 AM.
Quote from jeffricks2051 :
These setups look so tacky and pedestrian. Great for a renter with low cash to keep basic order. Horrible for home owners, or anyone who isn't brokeass.

You would not want to sell your house while this is installed. Would probably get 10k less on offers.
I'm not sure what you would suggest as an alternative, but storage systems that look exactly like these were put in my house when it was new 30 years ago. All of the closets. They're still lasting.

That said, the plastic pieces that hold them to the wall are starting to fail a few years ago and I replace them with metal brackets when they do.

I would not use them in a storage closet, but in a clothes closet they're more than fine.
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01-20-2022 at 10:32 AM.
01-20-2022 at 10:32 AM.
Quote from jeffricks2051 :
These setups look so tacky and pedestrian. Great for a renter with low cash to keep basic order. Horrible for home owners, or anyone who isn't brokeass.

You would not want to sell your house while this is installed. Would probably get 10k less on offers.

Put this in my both of my daughters room, listed for 599, sold for 671
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01-20-2022 at 10:41 AM.
01-20-2022 at 10:41 AM.
Quote from smpjcu :
Put this in my both of my daughters room, listed for 599, sold for 671
I can't think of any word milder than stupid to describe what you said.

Reading statements like that is why men have anger issues.
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01-20-2022 at 11:17 AM.
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Are the shelves compatible with tracks and track brackets?
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01-20-2022 at 11:56 AM.
01-20-2022 at 11:56 AM.
Quote from jeffricks2051 :
These setups look so tacky and pedestrian. Great for a renter with low cash to keep basic order. Horrible for home owners, or anyone who isn't brokeass.

You would not want to sell your house while this is installed. Would probably get 10k less on offers.
Yeah, because people will pass on a house over this

(somebody's watching too many DIY shows)
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01-20-2022 at 12:18 PM.
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Yeah, because people will pass on a house over this

(somebody's watching too many DIY shows)
What's with these people who misquote then respond to others, which is essentially a form of false accusation and slander. People do it all the time. Why aren't they canceled?

I didn't say people will pass on a house. I said they could offer $10,000 less. I have watched almost no TV over the last 30 years, and have seen a DIY show maybe 5-10 times in my life.

Are you really arguing first impressions and house warts do not affect the value of a house?

People aren't 100% logic machines so aesthetic warts affect house value more than they logically should Also, anyone who installs this in their house is more likely to have cheaped out on other stuff, like repairs.

I'm done here, cant brook giving you or your fight any more of my time
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Quote from Vesso :
Are the shelves compatible with tracks and track brackets?
The Lowe's [lowes.com] site has better photos including the brackets and such. I sense that you probably have some current sets and want to know if the pieces are compatible.
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