ClosetMaid wood and wire closet systems

If you’re thinking about installing a new home organization system, you might be debating between a wire vs. wood closet. Each type has its own good qualities. It just depends on what you want and need from your closet system. Our guide will help you make the decision.

Top Benefits: Wire and Wood Closets

What are the main differences between wire and wood closets? We’ve put together a short list of each system’s primary benefits.

Wire Closets

• Economical
• Adaptable
• Ventilated

Wood Closets

• Attractive
• Can coordinate with decor
• Has doors and drawers

Both systems are versatile, come in kits and as separate units or shelving and can be accessorized to maximize your closet space.

Wire Closet Systems

This ShelfTrack organizer kit has 144 inches of hanging space and 168 inches of shelving. Shop this setup.

Why might you choose a wire closet system to organize your home?

If you’re on a tight budget, wire is generally more cost-effective than wood. For instance, this Fixed Mount wire closet kit costs under $125 and comes with all the hardware you need to install it.

Maybe you’re building a closet for your toddler’s bedroom. An adjustable system like ShelfTrack lets you adapt to your growing child’s needs, so you won’t have to start over again in a few years.

Some areas of your home, like a bathroom or laundry room, have more dampness than others. In those spaces, sometimes a ventilated storage system is the best choice. In fact, ClosetMaid was founded in 1965 with the launch of our wire shelving. We created it to address humidity issues in the South.

Organize a narrow coat closet with a 2-ft. ShelfTrack Organizer Kit.

Do you have a particularly small closet that needs organization? Wire systems fit into compact places where wood systems often don’t.

Maximizing a wire closet with accessories is easy. Most of them don’t require special tools – or any installation at all – just hook them onto a shelf or place them on top of it!

Wire closet systems have a lot going for them – and so do wood closet systems. Read on for their positive attributes.

Wood Closet Systems

Some wood closet systems offer drawers, open shelving and stylish hardware like this SuiteSymphony kit in White Timber.

Why would you select a wood closet system for your home storage?

If you care how your closet looks, a wood system will add a touch of elegance to your utilitarian storage system. Plus, you can choose from a variety of finishes to match your decor.

Wood closets often have doors and drawers that help a closet system appear neater and keep everything well organized. Bonus: they come in different styles to truly customize your system.

Need to install organization in a space that lacks a traditional closet enclosure? Wood systems can stand alone, making them perfect for mudrooms, living rooms and playrooms.

Which one – wire or wood – is best? It’s up to you (and it can vary room by room).

FAQs

Question: I need to add an organization system to my garage. Should I choose a wire or wood closet system?

Answer: In a space that’s not climate-controlled, a wire closet system works better. Heavy-duty wire is ideal for a garage because it can hold bulky items, with a weight capacity of 100 pounds per linear square foot.

Q: I still can’t decide between a wire closet system and a wood closet system. Is there one that combines the benefits of both?

A: Yes, ClosetMaid’s ShelfTrack Wood system is adjustable and has wood shelves for easy storage.

Q: Which is easier to install – a wire or wood closet system?

A: It depends on the complexity of the system you choose, but wire is generally simpler to install, especially if it’s limited to a top shelf and a hang rod. Basic wood closet systems can also be fairly easy to install.