The Villages Closet space is SMALL but this

[@thomasaccuntius9946]

Rusty, it is surprising how much more storage use that you can gain from organizers. I am a retired Professional Woodworker of over 35 years. I designed , built and installed my own closet organizers in 6 closets in my house. I actually started my own woodworking business and was going to specialize in closet organizers but I had more commercial business than I anticipated, so I phased that part out. Mine are completely changeable, they hang on a wall mounted cleat, similar to California Closet. You can move them from left to right or on another wall. Also I offered shoe shelfs and drawers. Some customers told me the wire racks would leave "grill marks" on some clothes after they had been stored on them. On yours I would suggest lowering the rod you have your pants hanging on and using pants hangers to avoid the crease that developes while hanging. By doing this you gain some more shelf space above. If I had done your organizers, they are 100% custom, 3/4" melamine material, 1 year guaranteed, but would cost between $2500 to $3000. Its been a long time since I have built any, so that price may be off. But it looks nice, but not as nice if I had built them.

[@RustyNelson]

Thanks for the note. I was trying to get away on the cheap side. The bar can be placed at any level. Made it that was. Even have an extra one. Subscribe Button for new videos: bit.ly/3aToJ3H

[@dianebarrie7343]

We did this ClosetMaid system last year ourselves. Did all three walls as there are two of us. Total cost was a little over $800. (no discounts) and purchased both at Amazon and Home Depot. The project took us the entire weekend. Looks great and we are happy with what we chose. Neighbor paid over $5000 for something a little bit fancier by a company that advertises here in The Villages. I realize that not everyone is able to do this themselves. Thanks for the video on your experience Rusty!

[@margievanhandel259]

Installed this system in two different homes over the years and never had a problem with any of the components. Over the years, they looked and operated just like the day they were installed. And, as for the holes on the side...No Big Deal; you may even decide to arrange the shelving differently over time! Very informative Rusty, for those looking to expand their closet space.

[@RustyNelson]

Thanks so much for the note. I will answer this on Sunday. Glad to hear they have worked out for you. For the low cost the outcome was worth it. Subscribe Button for new videos: bit.ly/3aToJ3H

[@Trisha-ct6azg8]

Hi Rusty, what a transformation and the solid shelves and doors and metal poles and hardware were very good choices, nice job! The additional organized storage space sure does makes the closet ready for sharing, lol. Btw, I'll be at TV in a couple of days through next week, looking at new homes. If you're interested, would like to meet up for a drink (old fashioned, margarita?) to get your insight into new TV homes/sites. I also have some ideas on potential future content.

[@ggmelful]

Looks great Rusty! We ended up just putting two levels of ventilated shelving in our MBR closet, using the SuperSlide shelving so we had a continuous closet rod. (The dividers in the original closets were driving my wife and I nuts LOL). We have a lot of stuff that hangs up, so having more closet rod space was important for us. We did leave a section of the shelving at the bottom empty in order to hang longer clothes. One thing that surprised/disappointed me was that most of the original shelving was just installed into the sheet rock. To the extent that they used the metal studs at all, they just used screws without toggle bolts or anything so there just isn't a lot holding all that up. Glad we were able to replace it before it came down on us! I used toggle bolts wherever I could to improve the durability of it so hopefully it lasts awhile!

[@RustyNelson]

Yes I would agree on that. I did a few mods also...when I went into the wall with the pocket door. Thanks for the note. Subscribe Button for new videos: bit.ly/3aToJ3H

[@asktodd2000]

Great job, Rusty! Looks amazing! With the upgraded closet system, you’re now ready for a friend to join you, perhaps one that happens to have some long dresses. We’re not getting any younger 😉

[@RustyNelson]

Fingers crossed...LOL. Subscribe Button for new videos: bit.ly/3aToJ3H

[@richb.1453]

Made a huge difference! Now my wife wants it. Sigh.

[@RustyNelson]

Sorry about that...LOL. Was not that bad putting it together. Subscribe Button for new videos: bit.ly/3aToJ3H

[@sandym4875]

That turned out really nice. Lots of storage space. Hard to believe that women in The Villages aren't fighting over you! Hopefully you meet someone really nice!

[@RustyNelson]

Well not that they know I have a closet it could change my life...LOL. Subscribe Button for new videos: bit.ly/3aToJ3H

[@sherrycampbell9196]

Absolutely a great redo of the closet..it looks and probably holds so much more..and it looks bigger and brighter...great job mr rusty..❤

[@RustyNelson]

Yes! Thank you! Much nicer to wake up to in the morning. Subscribe Button for new videos: bit.ly/3aToJ3H

[@mitziroach5231]

Nice job! I think it gives it a higher end look and much more organized. Great price closet organizers can be expensive.

[@RustyNelson]

Definitely! Much nicer walking in there in the morning. Thanks. Subscribe Button for new videos: bit.ly/3aToJ3H

[@billmartin3428]

Hi Rusty, I'm the guy who asked you why no Eagles Club and I saw myself on TV when you answered it. LOL. Anyway I am here on my Lifestyle visit and a guy sitting at the bar in McGradys Friday looked like you from the side but when I saw him straight on, nope not you. I already rented a real nice stretched Gardenia in Citrus Grove so I will probably see you around when I move here in early January. Hopefully catch a playoff game.

[@j.rainey4996]

Yep. A great closet with extras is certainly a chic magnet. !!❤

[@RustyNelson]

Wish that was true...LOL. Subscribe Button for new videos: bit.ly/3aToJ3H

[@33elvis]

Great job Rusty! Beautiful!

[@RustyNelson]

Thanks a bunch! Subscribe Button for new videos: bit.ly/3aToJ3H

[@RustyNelson]

Thanks! Subscribe Button for new videos: bit.ly/3aToJ3H

[@inikkor520]

Hi rusty. Nice to find a random video from you. You bring 😊 happiness

[@RustyNelson]

Hey, thanks...it was putting it together. Nice to see in the morning. Subscribe Button for new videos: bit.ly/3aToJ3H

[@pattiebravata7462]

Very nice. Enjoy your new space.

[@RustyNelson]

Yes! Thank you! It seems to be working out really well. Mad I did not do it earlier on. Subscribe Button for new videos: bit.ly/3aToJ3H

[@GAN-0]

Looks great! And glad we got confirmation that you don’t own any dresses 😂 …not that there’s anything wrong with that!

[@RustyNelson]

So true! I'm still moving things around but it is a big change. Just have to remember where I put stuff...LOL. Subscribe Button for new videos: bit.ly/3aToJ3H

[@GigiFairbanks24]

We always enjoy you, Rusty! Thank you for the great information. 😊

[@RustyNelson]

I appreciate that! Subscribe Button for new videos: bit.ly/3aToJ3H

[@nf2885]

Hi Rusty. The closet looks great. You’re a very neat guy! It’s amazing how much room it gave you.

[@RustyNelson]

Yes it does! Not sure what to do with it all. Subscribe Button for new videos: bit.ly/3aToJ3H

[@MurielFried]

Rusty, you did a great job!! I love it. What’s your schedule? I’m ready for some new closets. LOL 😊

[@RustyNelson]

Funny you are definitely not the first to ask. Maybe I need to start working again....NO! LOL. Subscribe Button for new videos: bit.ly/3aToJ3H

[@karensnook7419]

Looks wonderful!! Great job!!

[@RustyNelson]

Thank you! Cheers! Liking it! Subscribe Button for new videos: bit.ly/3aToJ3H

[@mb0314]

Great job. You’re very handy around the house. If you find the gal of your dreams, she will fill up that closet in no time.😂 But, it looks very nice, clutter free

[@RustyNelson]

That could be true. Hardest part was figuring where I was going to put the clothes. Too many choices. Subscribe Button for new videos: bit.ly/3aToJ3H

[@elisabethvanderham9900]

Look great! I used the Elfa stuff from Container Store(here in MD). I did it myself too. It is very satisfying! The closets there are small, so you definitely need to do something with them. The solid shelves look great in pantries too.

[@RustyNelson]

Great idea!! Next project. Subscribe Button for new videos: bit.ly/3aToJ3H

[@judycherry9074]

Nice job, Rusty!

[@RustyNelson]

Thank you! Cheers! Subscribe Button for new videos: bit.ly/3aToJ3H

[@Bill_and_Jeanie_Steele]

Looks great. I don't understand why you would want to 'dimple' in your caulk. If you create an indentation into the wall at each of those many points won't you have dents everywhere you pushed the caulk in?

[@RustyNelson]

Much easier to cover. Smooths the edges down. Subscribe Button for new videos: bit.ly/3aToJ3H

[@Lotojunki]

Love the finished product, looks great! Enjoyed watching the process. Thanks so much for sharing!!

[@RustyNelson]

You are so welcome! Subscribe Button for new videos: bit.ly/3aToJ3H

[@fierceflyer5]

Like night and day, looks much better and I’m sure easier to organize everything

[@RustyNelson]

Thanks for that. Subscribe Button for new videos: bit.ly/3aToJ3H

[@MissyMoe28]

Nice looking closet organizer, good job!!

[@RustyNelson]

Thanks for watching. Subscribe Button for new videos: bit.ly/3aToJ3H

[@IMOO1896]

I’m impressed with the price, recently I got wire shelves-36” with 2 vertical hangers, and the things that hook into the verticals and supported the wire shelves, I think I got 5 and it was over $200!

[@RustyNelson]

I added a little that drove up the cost but al in all ok. Subscribe Button for new videos: bit.ly/3aToJ3H

[@LauraSmith-z4p]

Thanks Rusty! This gives me some great ideas. I always thought those RubberMaid shelves that come standard are ugly. It's worth the investment to have an aesthetically pleasing space- then I will use it.

[@RustyNelson]

I think they used those because they knew many folks were goin to change it anyway. Low cost. Subscribe Button for new videos: bit.ly/3aToJ3H

[@davehowell4111]

Very nice 👍 job.

[@RustyNelson]

Many many thanks. Im ready or the next one...LOL. Subscribe Button for new videos: bit.ly/3aToJ3H

[@louiselavigueur]

Very nice … good choice

[@RustyNelson]

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[@sharonlee7111]

Definitely a more efficient use of the space! Great job💙 Put The Wire racks in the garage for your shoes.Glad to know you don't have any dresses😂

[@RustyNelson]

LOL...Thanks Subscribe Button for new videos: bit.ly/3aToJ3H

[@jroach3296]

Looks beautiful!

[@RustyNelson]

Thanks. Feels better in the morning. Subscribe Button for new videos: bit.ly/3aToJ3H

[@davidkozak5113]

Hi Rusty, love the idea my wife and I. Teresa are from the Poconos. not too far from where you're from. we have a place in the historic section. if interested, we'd like to have a beer with you sometime. we'll be down in October for 6 months. thanks for all the good info

[@RustyNelson]

Sounds great! I never l know when I'm going to be here. Hope you have a great visit as its a great time of the year. Subscribe Button for new videos: bit.ly/3aToJ3H

[@jillhahn9923]

Wow, you did a great job Rusty!

[@RustyNelson]

Thank you! Cheers! Subscribe Button for new videos: bit.ly/3aToJ3H

[@Sunshine.and.Tulips]

What you were able to do for the amount you spent was really good. I am currently doing a closet project because my wire racks broke. Alas, too much stuff! I was looking at ClosetMaid and was wondering how everything actually looked in a real closet. I very much appreciate you sharing. Just one final question, where did you say you put your dresses? 🙂 Joking of course, thank you Rusty for all your videos. I find them very informative.

[@RustyNelson]

Funny. It was looking a little rough for a while. Worth the little bit of time it took. Subscribe Button for new videos: bit.ly/3aToJ3H

[@jlt1160]

Great job!

[@RustyNelson]

Thanks for the visit... Subscribe Button for new videos: bit.ly/3aToJ3H

[@mbraden8949]

Yay! It looks great and I was hoping you weren't going to put those wire shelves back in as I always like a good solid rod and solid shelving/drawers.

[@RustyNelson]

Good call i guess. Once I got started I just kept with the new stuff. Thanks for watching. Subscribe Button for new videos: bit.ly/3aToJ3H

[@pennyweldon8587]

Looking so great!! Where do you put your shoes? On the shelves?

[@jeffwilkie8760]

Where did you get the metal hangers? Closet looks great!

[@RustyNelson]

MISSLO 40 Pack Metal Coat Hangers Heavy Duty Hanger for Clothes Closet: amzn.to/4cLHHHc

[@Marc-C]

Closet looks great! Probably saved a lot of money by doing it yourself. Some of the hardware reminds me of IKEA.

[@RustyNelson]

Looked like an IKEA project. Subscribe Button for new videos: bit.ly/3aToJ3H

[@lynelljansen8057]

ok my OCD is say hang all the clothes facing the other way. not backwards. lol. But nice job.

[@joyscadden5438]

Great video! You sure are handy. My hubby can’t do anything!!! Your bedroom set looks just like ours….did you get it at Kane’s in Ocala?

[@renethompson9744]

It looks great! I was getting overwhelmed watching the wire stuff getting taken down. It would be at that point I'd have to call somebody that knows what they are doing cuz I don't! How much do you charge to put together another one in Fenny?

[@PeterLagioia]

Rusty nice job. Closet looks great. One question. Did you have any issues hanging the rod on the pocket door side. Thanks Pete

[@RustyNelson]

I had to customize the screws so they were not that long. I'm many people will try and drill the door shut...LOL. Subscribe Button for new videos: bit.ly/3aToJ3H

[@RustyNelson]

Peter thanks. I'm going to answer this on my video this week. Thanks for reminding me!!!! Subscribe for new Videos: bit.ly/3aToJ3H

[@rmkofmd1398]

Rusty: It's ok if you have some dresses. We won't judge. 🤣

[@RustyNelson]

lol. Subscribe Button for new videos: bit.ly/3aToJ3H

[@susandelay6942]

"I don't know what I'm going to do with all the area (in my closet)," said no woman ever.

[@RustyNelson]

Funny and probably true...LOL. Subscribe Button for new videos: bit.ly/3aToJ3H

[@Judes121]

👍🏼

[@ritagary3645]

Oh oh me me!

[@RustyNelson]

LOL... Thanks for watching. Subscribe Button for new videos: bit.ly/3aToJ3H

[@susieinthesouth1931]

Great job doing it yourself! That would not happen here. It would a battle of design, lots of curse words and crooked measurements. At least we're self aware (ha). For those reasons, we will have a system installed and pay a fortune.

[@RustyNelson]

That is something I did not have to deal with...LOL. Subscribe Button for new videos: bit.ly/3aToJ3H

[@BetsyHannibal]

Perfect timing for this video! We are just beginning the process of finishing our rather large closet in Vegas…after watching your video, I believe this is the route we are going to take! Thanks for another great video!

[@DisMindy5767]

The price really surprised me. I existed it to be over 1000. We haven't done our closets in the Villages yet but up in Virginia we have the Elfa system in all our closets. It is a very flexible DIY system although they offer installation. We've configured and reconfigured so many times over the decades and even moved various pieces from our previous to current home. That said, it's alot more expensive. In TV we do have two rows of the Rubbermaid wire closet shelves, but we have vaulted ceilings so 10 feet in the closet and I can't reach my second row without a ladder, so that will have to eventually change.

[@RustyNelson]

I can just reach my stuff on top so only things I use less go up there...Like the SantaCon stuff. Subscribe Button for new videos: bit.ly/3aToJ3H

[@j.rainey4996]

Still doing carnivore?

[@RustyNelson]

Yes I am. Still have to do an update. Not strictly now though. But keeping the weight off and numbers are good. Subscribe Button for new videos: bit.ly/3aToJ3H

[@j.rainey4996]

@@RustyNelson me too. Lost 30 pounds. Wanted to lose about 5 more but no way. Keeping the weight off beautifully thx to eating beef.

[@kmwrites7456]

"I'm a single guy" + "anybody want to move in?" ha ha. I'm sure there will be a bunch of women knocking at your door, Rusty

[@RustyNelson]

I'm laughing. Nobody knocking the doors down yet. Subscribe Button for new videos: bit.ly/3aToJ3H

[@kmwrites7456]

@@RustyNelson I have been subscribed for quite a while. I think you're adorable but I'm old enough to be your grandmother. Nice closet.

[@PurpleMoon13264]

@@RustyNelsonThey may start knocking down your door after this video, Rusty. I’d certainly say yes to a date if I lived in TV.