Install Rubbermaid Fasttrack
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The Rubbermaid Garage Hardware Pack is necessary for installing a Rubbermaid FastTrack Rail (sold separately), as part of creating a FastTrack Garage Organization System. The pack matches the color of the system for a consistent and professional look. Dec 01, 2011 Tips on installing Rubbermaid FastTrack closet shelving and brackets. Fast track starter kits are more expensive for less items, but I can get hooks from many places. Does anyone have any insight on durability or opinions in general of these rail systems? Rubbermaid claims the pantry organizer can be installed with just the use of the anchors and screws provided, without the need to secure the kit to wall studs. I think you would be asking for trouble if you use the provided hardware that came with my kit.
What is the FastTrack system? This garage organization system from Rubbermaid comprises a wall mounted rail and attachable storage accessories. The rail is available in 48″ and 84″ pieces. The rail can be mounted quickly and easily and then the accessories, including hooks and shelving, are snapped on.They can just as easily be snapped off and relocated elsewhere on the rail if your.
Rubbermaid Fasttrack Installation Guide
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When Jeremy finished building our house two years ago, we began to install several Rubbermaid® closet systems. I purchased enough for a closet at a time, until we had them installed in most of our house. I put off doing the laundry room closet, and I’m almost ashamed to show you how cluttered it was. It became a catch-all for things that I decided we didn’t have room for elsewhere. The Rubbermaid® FastTrack® and Rubbermaid® HomeFree Series™ Closet Kits are easy to install, and you can quickly add-on to an existing Rubbermaid® system. Today I’m sharing some closet organization tips and tips for installing Rubbermaid® FastTrack® pantry kit with optional accessories.
One of the greatest advantages to installing a Rubbermaid® Closet System is the ability to add-on accessories as you need them or when you have the budget for them. I prioritized finishing the laundry room closet last, and it quickly became a cluttered eyesore. I breathed a sweet sigh of relief when we finished it, and I could start reorganizing. We chose the Rubbermaid® FastTrack® Pantry Kit for our laundry room closet. The 4×4 kit was the correct size for our space, and included all the base pieces that we needed. Most of the Rubbermaid® systems in our home started with one of the kits because like I mentioned previously, they’re expandable.
Want to see the laundry room closet that I’m so ashamed of? Yes, that’s the cats’ litter box.
This laundry room closet is oddly shaped and our kitchen is on the opposite wall. I wanted to make the most out of this small space to store items that I didn’t have use for elsewhere. I like to buy paper goods in bulk, and I knew this would be a good storage space for that.
Jeremy, Gabe, and I headed to Lowe’s to look for the system that the Rubbermaid® Storage Planner recommended, and the matching accessories. Our local Lowe’s has a nice selection of Rubbermaid® HomeFree™ and Rubbermaid® FastTrack® kits.
Before you go, carefully measure the space where you plan to install your Rubbermaid® closet system. The kit we chose was a very tight fit, but ultimately fit perfectly. The top of our closet was slightly wider than the bottom, and we could have easily ran into trouble.
Rubbermaid has an online Rubbermaid® Storage Planner, that really helps with planning your space and itemizing what you need.
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I purchased
- Rubbermaid® FastTrack® Pantry Kit
- Rubbermaid® FastTrack® White Plastic Wardrobe Kit accessory (the Pantry accessory was out of stock)
- Rubbermaid® HomeFree Series™ White Wire Shoe Shelf Kit (to add-on to our existing system in our master closet)
- Extra vertical and top mount bracket to install the wardrobe kit separate from the pantry kit.
Jeremy and I emptied the closet when we arrived back home, and prepped the space for installation.
Jeremy gathered the tools he needed including his stud finder, level, drill, tape measure, hammer, a pencil, and some screwdrivers.
He used his stud finder to locate all of the wall studs and marked them. Jeremy then drilled pilot holes to install the top steel rail. He installed wall anchors in the locations that didn’t have studs.
Once the rails are installed, the rest of the installation is a snap (literally).
There are multiple ways that you can install a Rubbermaid® kit, and a wide variety of accessories available. The Rubbermaid® FastTrack® White Steel Valet Rod was out of stock in-store, and I hope to purchase it on our next trip to Lowe’s to help with hanging laundry straight from the dryer.
Doesn’t our closet look better?
We couldn’t install deep shelving in the area above, the attic access door is just above this nook.
Here is a glimpse of some of our other closets and our pantry. Please excuse the mess, we live here. Now that I have the laundry room organized, I hope to start cleaning my closets for a yard sale.
When we installed the system in our closet, we put a shelf nearly all the way around the top to store miscellaneous and/or bulk items. Jeremy loves to save his shoe boxes.
Here are some of my best closet organization tips:
- Always install your Rubbermaid® system according to manufacturers instructions.
- Follow the weight restrictions on your shelving, and leave space between the lowest shelf and the floor for very heavy items.
- Don’t try to tackle a closet in stages. Make time to pull everything out. Sort through items that you don’t need or use, and find an organization system that works for you.
- Adding accessories helps to maximize your space, and you can add them on when you have time and money.
- Be creative with storage space, and store items that you don’t regularly use but feel that you need to keep.
- Work on eliminating clutter by sorting through unneeded or unused items regularly.
We shopped for our Rubbermaid® closet system, cleaned the closet, installed the Rubbermaid® FastTrack® Pantry Kit and accessories, and reorganized the space in a single evening. I spent just under $200 and I feel like it was money well spent.
Trying to decide between the Rubbermaid® FastTrack® and Rubbermaid® HomeFree Series™ Closet Kits? Here are a few things you should know about each:
Rubbermaid® FastTrack®
- These systems are made for laundry closets, linen closets, pantry closets, and mudrooms.
- The shelving is available in various sizes from 12 to 20 inches.
- The rails and uprights are made of durable steel, and easily customizable to fit your space.
Rubbermaid® HomeFree Series™
- This system was made with bedroom closets in mind.
- Available in expandable wardrobe kits for closets 3-6 feet, 4-8 feet or 6-10 feet in length.
- Can be used on both walk-in and reach-in closets
- A wide selection of accessories that make expanding or customize your closet easier.
- No cutting necessary and kits include all installation hardware.
I’m about to tackle organizing my Master Closet this afternoon. Who’s up for a yard sale this weekend?
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13/05/2016What exactly is the Fast Track Rubbermaid system?
The Fast Track system by Rubbermaid is a garage organization system. Essentially it is just a wall-mounted rail that you snap a bunch of hooks onto, that then hold your tools and equipment off of the garage floor. It is specifically designed for drywall installation.
The rails and accessories are all purchased separately making the system completely customizable. At the very least you will need to buy one or more rails and a few hooks, shelves or racks from the wide range of accessories to get your garage organization started.
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Why do I need it?
If you want to get your garage back for its intended use (to hold your vehicle nonetheless!) but you still want to be able to store items in your garage efficiently, then the affordable FastTrack system is for you.
Please see our other article in this FastTrack series to discover the “9 Ways The Rubbermaid Fast Track System Can Help You“.
Is it any good?
Yes, it is easy to install and use, it is versatile so you can rearrange your accessories whenever you like and is expandable so can be added to at any time.
Please read our other FastTrack series article “Rubbermaid Garage Organizer Review” to learn about the pros and cons of this system in more detail.
What can’t I find an “All In One” kit?
When you shop for the Fast Track Rubbermaid system, you will probably be expecting to find the whole kit in a big box. You can find a 5 Piece All In One Set but mostly you will just see the individual pieces of the system for sale.
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This is actually a good thing as the items you have cluttering up your garage floor are more than likely personal to you. As such being able to buy each hook, rack or shelf separately, after sorting through what you have to store, will make the end result exactly what you need.
You can also add to the system at any future point as your storage needs change.
How many rails do I need?
This depends on how much wall space you have and how many accessories you plan on hanging from it.
The best advice is to sort through your garage clutter, throw away or donate anything you don’t need or use and then determine which accessory is suited to each item (for example the multi-purpose hook can hold your 3 spades).
Once you know how many accessories you need, you can work out how much rail you need as each 48″ rail will hold 3-4 accessories.
What accessories are there?
Hooks:
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Racks:
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Shelves:
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How much weight can I hang on the rail?
The 84″ rails can hold slightly more weight than the 48″ rails – 2000 lbs v 1750 lbs. Each accessory typically holds 50 lbs but you will need to check each one individually to ensure it is fit for the purpose you intend.
If I bought every accessory, how much would it cost?
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If you bought one of every accessory, plus all the rails needed to hang them on, it would cost about $450.
Is it easy to install?
Yes, check it out:
What tools do I need to install the Rubbermaid FastTrack rail?
All you need for quick installation is a level, a drill (and 1/8″ and 3/8″ bits), a stud finder and a screwdriver.
How do I install it?
The rail is the only part of the system that is attached to the wall. To install it, use your stud finder to locate your studs, drill a pilot hole into the stud where you want the end of the rail to be, insert the wall anchor and screw in one end of the rail. Level your rail and mark the rest of the drill holes using a pencil through the pre-drilled holes in the rail. Drill the remaining pilot holes, insert the wall anchors, hold the rail in position and screw into the wall. Snap on the cover and then you are ready to snap on your accessories.
How do I attach the wire shelves to the rail?
You will need 3 pieces of vertical track that are sold separately along with the gripper that snaps onto the rail, as well as 3 brackets, again sold separately.
Please see our other article in this FastTrack series to find out more about “Rubbermaid FastTrack Shelving”.
Do I really need the rail?
You could mount the accessories into a stud but the screws for this are not provided. You will also limit yourself to only being able to hang things from each stud as opposed to across the whole rail if you use the system properly.
Can I use the Rubbermaid FastTrack system anywhere other than the garage?
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Yes, great options would be the basement, laundry room and pantry, although shelving will be your main priority so the Rubbermaid wire shelving range might be more suitable depending on your requirements.
Tradesmen have also used FastTrack in their work vans to keep things organized and this seems to work well.
What if I don’t have drywall?
Rubbermaid storage FastTrack is specially designed to be installed on drywall so if you have brick, cement or cinder block walls you will need to buy additional hardware and install the system differently. The recommended weight that the system can hold is also not appropriate for other types of wall.
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