How far apart should closet rod supports be?

Closet Shelves & Rods: Rod & Shelf Height, Spacing & Design Tips

Shelves and Rods Measurement
Shelf depth 11 to 15 inches
Single rod height 60 inches
Double rod height 80 inches top, 40 inches bottom, 3 feet apart
Rod depth 12 inches away from the closet walls

What is the standard size of a closet rod?

Standard rod height for a single closet rod is 60 inches, a height that leaves ample hanging space for floor-length dresses. When installing double rods, hang the top rod 80 inches from the floor and the bottom rod 40 inches from the floor. Leave at least 3 feet of space between the two rods.

How long can a clothes rail be without support?

1.8mtrs or 6ft is quite a span without a centre support. It all depends on the weight of the stuff you intend to hang on the rail.

How thick is a closet rod?

Closet Rod Dowel Diameter A closet-rod dowel is usually between 1 1/4 inches to 1 3/8 inches in diameter. This diameter allows for plenty of hanging strength.

Is metal or wood closet rod better?

All closet rods for custom closet organizers are made of sturdy metal rather than wood or wire that is coated in various finishes. The higher quality metal rods hold a lot of weight and won’t sag.

How much weight can a closet rod hold?

6 FOOT ROD WEIGHT CAPACITIES: Aluminum Anodized Oval: Up to 45 lbs. Steel Polished Chrome Oval: Up to 50lbs. Aluminum Anodized Round 1-1/16”: Up to 55 lbs. Aluminum Anodized Signature”: Up to 65 lbs.

What size dowel is used for a closet rod?

A closet-rod dowel is usually between 1 1/4 inches to 1 3/8 inches in diameter. This diameter allows for plenty of hanging strength. It resists breakage, and will not bend when properly supported. These dowels are most often hung between two round wall brackets secured to the wall with screws and drywall anchors.

What type of closet rod is the strongest?

steel
HARDWARE DECOR offers closet rods constructed of three different materials: steel, stainless steel and aluminum. Closet rods made from steel are chrome plated. In addition to being the strongest, they are also very resilient.