Total Rod Length
9.6 ft
Shelves
1
Brackets
4
Est. Cost
$125
9.6 ft
1
4
$125
Inputs
Result
Usable width = 6 ft. Double hang (60%): 3.6 ft upper + 3.6 ft lower = 7.2 ft. Long hang (40%): 2.4 ft. Total rod = 10.8 ft. 1 top shelf = 6 ft. Brackets: 4. Cost: rods $38 + shelves $30 + brackets $16 + drawer $45 = $129.
Inputs
Result
Walk-in usable width: 8×2 + 6 = 22 ft (U-shape). Double hang (60%): 13.2 ft × 2 rods = 26.4 ft. Long hang (40%): 8.8 ft. Total rod = 35.2 ft. Shelves: 1 × 22 ft. Brackets: 9.
For a double-rod configuration, install the upper rod at 80 inches and the lower rod at 40 inches from the floor. For long-hang items like dresses and coats, install a single rod at 68 inches. Always add a top shelf at 84 inches for storage.
| Configuration | Rod Height | Clearance Below | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Double Upper | 80" | 40" | Shirts, jackets |
| Double Lower | 40" | 40" | Pants, skirts |
| Long Hang | 68" | 68" | Dresses, coats |
A good rule of thumb is 48 inches (4 feet) of rod per person for everyday clothes. A 6-foot reach-in closet with double rods provides 12 total linear feet of hanging space. Walk-in closets with a U-shaped layout can provide 20+ feet of rod along three walls.
Standard closet shelves for folded clothes should be 12 inches deep. Shoe shelves work best at 12 to 14 inches. Linen closets use 16 to 18-inch deep shelves for towels and bedding. Pantry shelves are typically 12 to 16 inches for cans and boxes.
| Storage Type | Shelf Depth | Vertical Spacing |
|---|---|---|
| Folded clothes | 12" | 10–12" |
| Shoes | 12–14" | 6–7" |
| Towels/bedding | 16–18" | 14–16" |
| Pantry items | 12–16" | 8–12" |
A basic DIY closet organizer for a standard 6-foot reach-in closet costs $150 to $400 in materials. Walk-in closets run $400 to $1,200 depending on size and features. Pre-made closet system kits from home improvement stores cost $200 to $800 for a reach-in.
Wire shelving is cheaper ($2–$4/ft) and allows airflow, but items can snag and thin objects fall through. Wood or melamine shelving ($4–$8/ft) provides a flat surface, looks more polished, and supports heavier loads without sagging.
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Last Updated: Mar 9, 2026
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