Double Your Closet Space - Double Closet Rod

[@mercedeslluberes50]

Very nice from you to take care of your mom closets, I also believe you can add a shelf between the two pools just in the middle of the closet and she can put some stuff in there like folders t shirt or pijamas, thanks for sharing with us, blessings

[@tired_of_u_ppl7985]

What a lovely son, lucky mom 🍀😊

[@SueHetherington]

Love the closet hanger with the legs!

[@yanagbold1482]

I know you made this about 5 1/2 yrs ago, but it really helped me! Thanks! Couldn’t find any help online with this one. My main issue was trying to find the stud but I figured it out.

[@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel]

Glad it was helpful. We have more home improvement tips on our weekly podcast castbox.fm/u/6389499.

[@sincerelysamantha_xo]

8 years ago for me! And this video still does wonders 🤍 thank you. I will be doing this to 2 closets in my house very soon.

[@deliahernandez5088]

That’s sweet. You’re a good son.

[@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel]

Thanks for the suggestion.

[@VT-nb7kl]

Your very easy to follow and the hanger with the legs and leopard underwear made my day lol.

[@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel]

Tee Tee Ha, thanks. We have more tips on our weekly podcast itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fix-it-home-improvement/id880903087?mt=2

[@alilkrazyndn7335]

Hahahaha.....yes that was great!!

[@mercedeslluberes50]

Hahaha

[@kkbroph663]

@@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel Lol, I think that diverted all of us when the legs popped up in the vid, too funny!

[@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel]

Hi, At your hardware store it is called a pull and pry bar...or a wonder bar...or just a pry bar. They are great. I also use it to pry loose tiles.

[@gamapadi]

Great idea and job. Will do my closet.

[@cyberdejesus]

Thank You. I got this idea from this video and converted mine too to 2 rod hangers.

[@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel]

Glad it helped Check out more home improvement tips on our weekly podcast itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fix-it-home-improvement/id880903087?mt=2

[@caitlyn1954]

Thank you for the video! Looking to do this soon. I about died laughing catching sight of the hanger on your moms door though 🤣

[@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel]

Ha. Check out more home improvement tips in our e-books www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0B2KW1FQ9?notRedirectToSDP=1&.

[@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel]

Thank you

[@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel]

great

[@MacGasco]

So we're just eyeballing all the levels today that's fun

[@jbhtwin1028]

Throw a 1x12 across the top and you have a shelf as well...! You can run the cleat board the length of the closet and anchor to the studs as well...

[@villafoo]

Exactly what I was looking for! Thank you

[@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel]

Glad I could help We have more home improvement tips on our podcast podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fix-it-home-improvement/id880903087

[@ahzz420g]

Thanks for your help! We can now move to your bifold door video I will be asking questions on there too lol

[@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel]

Ha. Good luck on your project.

[@Santos-ek8md]

Great work 💪😄 Doing the same job this weekend using the Lido Designs HD closet rod from Home Depot.

[@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel]

Great

[@flynnmalin]

I do not use wood closet poles. Mine bent, or bowed, rather. I only use stainless steel metal closet rod. $30ish from Home Depot. No problems in 6+ years, plus the rigidity, eliminates the need for a support bracket. Precise measurement of wall to wall, will have to be made. You will need a hacksaw.

[@alexislexxy9595]

Thank you..it was simple and easy. I've been trying to duplicate that however I didn't know about the center support poles must go out and get them thank you again.

[@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel]

You're welcome. We have more home improvement tips on our weekly podcast castbox.fm/u/6389499.

[@4thelittleones]

Excellent video. Thanks so much, I'm going to do this to my closet.

[@giantpune]

Thumbs up for that barbie doll doing the split coat hanger @ 0:01 .

[@ciennagirl53]

Love it but I love that hanger more lol

[@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel]

ciennagirl53 Ha, Mom was an antique dealer and has a lot of crazy things! We have more tips on our weekly podcast itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fix-it-home-improvement/id880903087?mt=2

[@B3bita1215]

Thank you veryyyyy much for this idea. I believe I need to do this in my closet 😭

[@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel]

Let me know how it works out. We have more home improvement tips on our weekly podcast itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fix-it-home-improvement/id880903087?mt=2

[@thescoggfather]

What a great guy taking care of his Momma

[@Peem_pom]

Omg those hangers

[@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel]

Hi, I would use a piece of wood like I show in this video and screw it to the drywall using self tapping wall anchors. They have anchors that hold up to 50 llbs. each that use a #8 screw. I have a video titled "Towel Bar Replacement - Bathroom Towel Bar" that shows off this anchor. They do a great job, they are easy to use and if you use a few, you can carry a lot of weight. Let me know if that helps.

[@Vera-xu3xw]

Very nice, your mom has a good son.

[@chrisi6776]

nice video with easy to follow instructions, thank you.

[@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel]

+Chris Ito You're welcome. We have more tips in our home improvement book www.amazon.com/dp/B01BK2K0JM?ref_=pe_2427780_160035660

[@helenaville5939]

Clear and concise explanations. Thank you for this.

[@gaylesjourneyofprojects]

Can you use the wooden rods with this project. I have old rods from previous closet.

[@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel]

Hi, yes you can. It will work well. Check out more home improvement tips in our e-books www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0B2KW1FQ9?notRedirectToSDP=1&.

[@rorober.1423]

Appreciate you sharing video💝

[@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel]

You are welcome We have more home improvement tips on our weekly podcast itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fix-it-home-improvement/id880903087?mt=2

[@Andy-ck5iu]

Great video, I'm going to do this to my closet now.

[@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel]

Let me know how it goes. We have more tips in our home improvement book amzn.com/B01MRGO8C5.

[@christyganter9449]

My rental apartment has double rods. I need a step ladder for the top rod. Good thing there is a self above the lower rod. I am so short i can't use the top rod. I bought baskets and sat them on the shelf- extra storage- but the folding kind.

[@jaxw2628]

Same, at my house there’s a second rod that I have to get stuff off of it by pulling the clothes off the hangars lol

[@thepokerus4184]

What are the heigh measurements you recommend for each level? I would like to know at what height to installl each level please

[@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel]

Hi, I used clothes on hangers to get the height for the lower rod, then did the same for the height for the upper rod. Check out more home improvement tips in our e-books www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0B2KW1FQ9?notRedirectToSDP=1&.

[@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel]

Ha...thanks

[@valeriexoxo]

Omg the hanger 😂

[@musiklover2]

This is a great DIY. This might be some silly questions but what is a stud and why is it necessary to find the stud behind the dry wall? Lastly, what's the name of the tool you use to find that and estimate of its cost?

[@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel]

Hi, the studs are the vertical boards behind the drywall. Usually 16 inches apart from the center of each board. You want to screw or nail into the studs to carry weight. If you only screw or nail into the drywall it can tear free. A stud finder will find the studs behind drywall. You can get one at a hardware store or home center for around $20. We have more home improvement tips on our weekly podcast itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fix-it-home-improvement/id880903087?mt=2

[@musiklover2]

@@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel Wow! Thank you so much for the explanation. I just thought I would take a chance asking but that's great that you still reply to a video that's been up more than a few months. I appreciate you for that.

[@AziaLayla]

This video makes so much sense and seems fairly simple. I’m going to try this myself because I’m moving into an apartment and i need to maximize the closet space I have. Question though, are the wood planks necessary or does it depend on the wall?

[@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel]

Hi, the wood on the side, screwed into the studs will hold the pole bracket so it can carry a lot of weight. Without the wood, if the brackets don't line up to a stud behind the drywall, they can sometimes pull out. Check out more home improvement tips on our weekly podcast itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fix-it-home-improvement/id880903087?mt=2

[@dhanyrafael]

Amazing stuff !! I am gonna buy a second bar and double my space too. 👌😎 Plus all clothes will be straight and not needing to be ironed anymore like when they are put on shelves.

[@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel]

Let me know how it goes. We have more home improvement tips on our weekly podcast, Fix It Home Improvement. You can subscribe on your favorite podcast app. www.stitcher.com/podcast/fix-it-home-improvement-5/fix-it-home-improvement

[@Sandman117master]

I like how you added another row of rod to hang clothes and moved up the other clothes rod but I was curious how will a person hang their formal dresses and everyday dress on the rod? Since the dress will over hang from the top rod and it will touch the floor if she was to hang her dress on the lower rod? Did you make adjustment to hang dresses and I missed that part?

[@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel]

Hi, long dresses wouldn't work with this setup. There are systems you can buy that have half of the closet offset so you can do that. Check out ClosetMaid. We have more tips in our home improvement book www.amazon.com/dp/B01BK2K0JM?ref_=pe_2427780_160035660

[@Sandman117master]

FIX IT Home Improvement Channel Thanks I will take a look at the websites.

[@prfischer]

This is great, but how might you do this and install the bracket if you have no stud in the drywall behind the closet? Thanks

[@kaycox5555]

Great job and thanks for sharing!!!

[@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel]

You're welcome. We have more tips in our home improvement book www.amazon.com/dp/B01BK2K0JM

[@1scarface602]

I’ve been thinking of doing this for my closet for the longest time now and im glad i came across this video! I wasn’t sure if there was even going to be a tutorial for this, so thanks! By the way since my closet does stretch out quite a bit, my second rod does not reach all the way, I’d say about 2/3. There wouldn’t be a problem if an end point would be with a hanger right?

[@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel]

Hi, that will work, just make sure the hanger is in a stud. We have more home improvement tips on our weekly podcast, Fix It Home Improvement. You can subscribe on your favorite podcast app. www.stitcher.com/podcast/fix-it-home-improvement-5/fix-it-home-improvement

[@canadaboy6218]

Awesome Video

[@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel]

Thanks. We have more tips in our home improvement book www.amazon.com/dp/B01BK2K0JM?ref_=pe_2427780_160035660

[@marylut6077]

What if I don’t have those wood pieces, what width and height, and what size screw did you use?

[@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel]

Hi, you can use a 1 X 4 or any thin board that is wider than the bracket for the pole. You would get screws that are long enough to go through the width of the board, the 1/2 inch drywall and into the stud about an inch. Check out more home improvement tips in our e-books www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0B2KW1FQ9?notRedirectToSDP=1&.

[@babescraftroom]

I would put two more support brackets on each end and put shelves on them so she can use that too..

[@yoursweetpea1]

Thank you I did my closet like this and I have much more space

[@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel]

You're welcome.

[@GiGi-bx7rp]

Where can i get the tool you used to remove the wood inside the closet?

[@shainabothra568]

Hi I want to instal rods in my bedroom that can work to keep clothes .any idea where I can find the cheapest rods and easy to assemble

[@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel]

Hi, any home center will have all the parts you need, and some local hardware stores. Home centers will have kits too. If they don't have it on display, they can order parts or kits for you. We have more home improvement tips on our weekly podcast itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fix-it-home-improvement/id880903087?mt=2

[@nitinpatel5324]

How you get the center support precisely under the rod? I did not get that

[@BEmbalmingU]

That is a really good idea. I like having the extra pole support in the center for the weight. I have a career where I have to wear a suit to work. I have a number of them and unfortunately the weight of my suits, dress shirts and ties has caused the metal rod in my closet to bend on one end. This could be a great option for me.

[@Better0ffunkn0wnx]

This is what I gotta do !!!!

[@elliegold2954]

What kind of screws do you use. 😭 I'm not sure how long they need to be

[@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel]

Hi, if you are going into a wood support you can use the screws that come with the closet sockets. They are usually 1 inch long. If you are going into drywall and into a stud, you would use screws about an 1 1/2 inches long. We have more home improvement tips on our weekly podcast itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fix-it-home-improvement/id880903087?mt=2

[@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel]

Yes, Mom is a little wild.

[@alanaluman7975]

This video was made quite a while ago, but I’m looking to do something similar to my closet, but since i dont own the house i live in, do you think a shower curtain adjustable bar would do the trick?

[@IHATEEVERYONETOTHECORE]

It wouldn't hold the weight

[@sylvi73]

Nice video. I have a closet behind the stairs. I use it for mu shoes instead of cloths but o wouls like to use also part of the stair's wood to hold the rods but I cant figure it out how to do it without having to loose space. Thanks.

[@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel]

Silvia D. Send me a pic, I might have and idea or two. We also have a weekly podcast for more tips www.stitcher.com/s?fid=49441&refid=stpr

[@mommamink642]

Anyone notice the hanger at 1:25?

[@dawnmarriott1946]

Hi. Is it best to put wood at each end or just fix straight to the wall and how thick is the wood you have used?

[@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel]

Hi, by putting a 1 x 4 inch or similar piece of wood on the wall, you can tie that wood into the studs and then attach the clothes pole hardware to that wood. Gives the hardware more support unless you luck out with a stud behind the wall in the right location. We have more home improvement tips on our weekly podcast podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/fix-it-home-improvement/id880903087?mt=2

[@dawnmarriott1946]

@@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel thank you very much! 🙂

[@ChrisP3000x]

Do you recall the height of each rod?

[@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel]

Hi, I used my Mom's clothes to get the measurement, rather than a specific height. Check out more home improvement tips in our e-books www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0B2KW1FQ9?notRedirectToSDP=1&.

[@polkadotsla]

do you need the wooden pieces on the side or can you just install the rod flanges on the wall?

[@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel]

polkadotsla Hi, it makes it very easy to secure the flange. By putting the wood on the wall, you can adjust the flange and nut worry about where the studs are behind the wall. It will carry more weight this way. You can also just use wall anchors if you don't have the wood. I would use self tapping anchors that are rated about 50 lbs in that case. We have more tips on our weekly podcast www.stitcher.com/s?fid=49441&refid=stpr

[@nazhacanada]

Great idea thanks.

[@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel]

Thanks. We have more tips on our weekly podcast castbox.fm/u/6389499.

[@ahzz420g]

Also what width of a rod is recommended? I planning on doing this in the near future and am not that handy Thanks

[@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel]

If you are adding a wood rod, the most common size is 1 1/4".

[@hazet8712]

Can I hire you to do this for my closet?

[@almccallie4314]

What is the new height of the rods FFF?

[@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel]

Hi, I've done this in a few closets. I use the shirts and pants to adjust the height for each closet. Check out more home improvement tips in our e-books www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0B2KW1FQ9?notRedirectToSDP=1&.

[@almccallie4314]

@@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel ladies closet, dresses etc..I’ll figure it out. Thanks

[@TranTheClever]

keep on comming with the video's. Your voice is a releave compared to other video's were they shout out lout how cewl they are! Great job! 2:16

[@southsidetv773]

Hello, where did you find those brackets that's hold the end of the rod. Not the middle bracket but the ones with rod laying in it? What are they called and where can I get them from? Thanks!!!!!!!

[@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel]

Hi, any hardware store. They are usually called pole sockets. We have more tips in our home improvement book www.amazon.com/dp/B01BK2K0JM

[@possibility28able]

How convenient to put the electrical panel right behind the clothes....

[@youtuber9042]

I Love that rod, where did you get it?

[@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel]

Hi, at one of the home centers.

[@ahzz420g]

What are the brackets called at each end of the pole? And the center one? Do you need the wood between the brackets and wall or can you just put them right in a stud?

[@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel]

Hi, The ends are called closet rod flanges or brackets. The center is called a closet rod support or center support. For the center support, I would try to find a stud. For the end brackets, I like screwing them to a piece of wood that is screwed to the studs.

[@joella4749]

Your the best

[@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel]

Glad it was helpful. Check out more home improvement tips in our e-books www.amazon.com/gp/product/B0B2KW1FQ9?notRedirectToSDP=1&.

[@daylenvelasquez4377]

What size is the wood you used for the support of bar?

[@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel]

1 1/4 inch is a popular size. Match your wood to your close pole sockets. Check out more home improvement tips on our weekly podcast itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fix-it-home-improvement/id880903087?mt=2

[@EchaKiut]

Where you buy the pole and the socket for the pole?

[@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel]

Hi, you can pick it up at any home center or lumber yard. We have more home improvement tips on our weekly podcast castbox.fm/u/6389499.

[@CONCRETEJUNGLE-be6ic]

Nice

[@projectiae2012]

very helpful !

[@tezzie1459]

how tall is she ,???

[@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel]

+sweetgrass belanger Hi, about 5'2"

[@helenaville5939]

+sweetgrass belanger . Don't forget her arm reach. Adding this to her height she will easily manage that higher rail.

[@anthonytausig6820]

Dont know if you could help me out, one of my walls is flat and the other one is angled and comes off at about a 45 degree angle. Any advice on what to do?

[@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel]

Hi, is there a rod there now?

[@anthonytausig6820]

No rod currently. Just a wire shelf that runs 47 inches in length. The other adjacent wall/ corner is 29 1/2 inches in length- that is the angled part.

[@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel]

Hi, my first thought would be to cut a block of wood at the same angle to create a flat surface that is parallel with the opposite wall. I found this www.closetbay.com/installing-closet-rod-on-an-angles-wall/ Let me know if that helps.

[@djhook7516]

Help! I have a metal sheet behind my wall, I can't find the studs. What should I do?

[@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel]

Hi, Do you have a stud finder? This is the easiest way to find the sides of the stud. You can remove the baseboard and find them. You can also get a very large rare earth magnet and locate them. We have a weekly home improvement podcast you can subscribe to on iTunes or Stitcher. Here is a link itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/fix-it-home-improvement/id880903087?mt=2

[@djhook7516]

Yes I have a stud finder a Zircon e50 edge finder. The problem is that it's a giant sheet of metal behind the sheetrock. I think it's some kind of firewall. Do i use liquid nails instead?

[@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel]

Hi, Yes, liquid nails will do a good job. It will work best if you can find a couple spots to screw the drywall in place till the adhesive sets.

[@djhook7516]

What if you can't find the studs? Yes I have a stud finder. What if it's a giant metal or steel sheet directly behind the dry wall/sheetrock. Do you use liquid nails? There is no help on KZbin about this question. I'm trying to build a closet rod and shelf. Should I pierce the metal/steel with a nail gun till the adhesive stick? My closet is pretty big just like yours. Minus the fuse box. My fuse box is in my basement. My closet is on the 2nd floor from the basement. Thanks for your help. Have you ever heard of metal directly behind sheetrock/dry wall?

[@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel]

Hi, I had a house that had the duct work behind a section of drywall on stairs. I wasn't able to have a handrail on that side. I would find out what it is before running screws into it. The liquid nails will do the job if you can keep the drywall tight till it sets.

[@jason60chev]

Where is all the crap that was on top of the shelf, when you started?

[@katwothe2705]

Excellent video, thank you! My closet is set up very similar to this one (with the wood pieces for extra support to the pole sockets) but I have to start pretty much over so this video was very helpful. I do have a question, it's a very long (probably double this one in the video) closet. Would you recommend additional support (center) brackets? I can't imagine the sockets would be strong enough with only one center bracket. Thank you!

[@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel]

Hi, the more support you add, the stronger it will be! If you don't have a stud, use the self tapping screw anchors that are rated at 50lbs. We have more tips in our home improvement book amzn.com/B01MRGO8C5.

[@anniex6797]

My closet is like this

[@MochiColorsZanos]

Agh! I wanted to see how you removed the pole!

[@cristinagarcia7825]

Did anyone see the barbie legs attached on a hanger

[@carolgrosz4359]

This only works if you are 6 ft. tall and can reach way up to the top pole. It would not work for a 5 ft. person as I am.

[@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel]

Carol Grosz Hi, Mom is 5 foot 2 inches. She loves it!

[@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel]

Hi, you can adjust the top pole to a height you can reach, then use your clothes to pick the height for the bottom pole. I'm sure you can find a height that will work for you.

[@johnhedland73]

how tall is your mother...

[@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel]

5'2''

[@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel]

Mom is quirky.

[@niyikan5]

Great video however, i think she's probably just going to fill the space up with additional clothes. Its human nature.

[@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel]

Ha.We have more tips in our home improvement book amzn.com/B01MRGO8C5.

[@bikerandspice3706]

MR.G sheesh. Aren't you a bundle of positivity 🙄

[@wmazloum]

your mom is lucky :)

[@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel]

Waseem Al Mazloum Hi, she does get a lot of projects done with me wanting to do videos. We also have a weekly podcast. Here is a link www.stitcher.com/s?fid=49441&refid=stpr

[@chanecano657]

your awsome (:

[@djhook7516]

I just found out that it's brick not metal.

[@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel]

Wow

[@djhook7516]

I put it up, i use brick nails and liquid nails for the back wood and screws on the side wood that holds the pole. My wife is going to be so happy when she comes home.

[@FIXITHomeImprovementChannel]

Great

[@heverpalacios2650]

My

[@ramanjotkaurghuman1056]

I have this kind of closet! And it is the ugliest closet ever.

[@ahzz420g]

What are the brackets called at the end of the pole? As well as the center? Can you just put the brackets into the stud or is the wood on each end needed?