As with everything else, overhead storage racks have both pros and cons. They open up floor space but if you are not comfortable climbing up a ladder to get your stuff, they may not be for you. Of course you can install one with a pulley system that brings the whole rack down but you may have to be an accomplished DIYer to install it. If you do not have any problem with ladders, or if you only plan to store seasonal items such as Christmas décor on the overhead racks, the stationary Gorilla Rack Overhead Storage System GRLOFT 4848S4 may be for you.
The GRLOFT 4848S4 is made of industrial strength gauge 16 steel hangers and frame that are powder coated for that extra protection from rust or corrosion thus guaranteeing a long and useful life. The coat is in silver so that it can match any finish your garage may have. The 5/8-inch particle board shelf propped by the frame can support a load of up to 500 lbs if the weight is distributed evenly.
Installation is not complicated and, indeed, the rack can be installed on both open and finished ceilings. Security straps can also be installed to prevent stored items from sliding and falling off. Alternatively, you can mount these straps below the shelf to stow long items such as a surfboard, skis, or ladder.
The height of the shelf is adjustable, from a minimum of 15 inches from the ceiling to a maximum of 28 inches. At its maximum distance from the ceiling, it provides 35 cubic feet of storage space. A single unit of the Gorilla Rack Overhead Storage System GRLOFT 4848S4 measures 48″ x 48″, but if you require more storage space, you can always set two or more alongside each other.