Seeming to defy gravity, floating shelves are a chic, streamlined addition to a home’s decor. But how do they actually stay up, and how many knickknacks can these bracketless wonders actually support?

Q: The closet in my master bedroom seems to have grown smaller each year. I have one closet rod, but I would like to reorganize the space to get the most out of it. I have seen wire shelving, and the ...

The main factors that determine the cost for pullout shelves include the shelf material, size, and brand; the cost of labor; the choice between prefabricated and custom shelves; and the choice between ...

I need some creative garage shelving ideas. I’ve got a limited budget, bare stud walls with no insulation and I’ve accumulated countless small boxes of nails and screws, spray paint cans, boxes of ...

Becca Lewis is home maintenance writer who aims to foster confidence in and inspire DIY enthusiasts at all skill levels. Becca attended Southern Connecticut State University, where she studied ...

Dear James: I really need to organize my bedroom. I have noticed how organized my friend’s room is. Do you have any suggestions for some easy-to-install shelves that won’t take up my already limited ...

Dear James: When we moved into this house, it seemed to have plenty of closet space. Now, with my daughters in their teens, there isn’t enough space. How can we install some inexpensive shelving to ...