FLEXIMOUNTS 4x8 Overhead Garage Ceiling Storage Rack Organization, Black

I recently had the FLEXIMOUNTS 4x8 Overhead Garage Storage Rack professionally installed to finally clear out my cluttered garage floor, and it has exceeded all expectations. This heavy-duty system completely transforms wasted ceiling space into functional, rock-solid storage. Fleximounts Here is how it performs compared to the competition: Installer-Approved Design: I hired a professional to handle the mounting, and he immediately noted how much better this rack is engineered compared to other brands he has put up. The integrated wire grid-to-frame design means fewer loose parts to fiddle with, making it significantly more rigid and less prone to warping than multi-piece competitive frames. Fleximounts Unmatched Weight Capacity: While many standard ceiling racks on the market cap out around 550 or 600 pounds, the heavy-duty cold-rolled steel construction of the Classic Series safely supports up to 750 lbs. Fleximounts Massive Storage Volume: The dropdown legs adjust from 22 to 40 inches below the ceiling, giving you up to 105 cubic feet of storage space. This is perfect for safely holding bulky seasonal gear and large storage totes entirely out of the way.

Excellent quality, firm and Studded with stronger hardware that you will have a safer place to store your belongings and you can adjust depending on your garage roof size mine is regular size so that means that having a larger garage you will have more space and for my needs I stored 2 regular totes so I adjusted for that size and I can go further but my roof isn’t high enough easy to install reading the instructions for sure and I got it for an amazing deal you get a great quality for your money organizing all your items

Easy to assemble with clear instructions included. Some minor damage like bent probably due to shipping but overall , this is a gem especially if you’re looking for a space in your garage. Very sturdy and very good quality. I installed it by myself and it took me 3 hrs. the challenging part is how you locate and find joists. Even if you have a stud finder it is very difficult so if you have access to attic, it makes it really easy. Take note! Use impact driver and a 13mm socket coz i find it very hard to install the lag bolts from ceiling joists using a regular drill. Going to buy again and I recommend this product.

I bought and installed two of these. They are great for taking advantage of the wasted ceiling space in the garage in order to give you much more storage space as you can never have enough storage; and it greatly opens up the garage for your car(s) and work space. The downside to this is that the installation isn't the easiest, the directions are fair, the threads for the holes are not very good and their support is non-existent. Originally I had a difficult time with finding my studs (turns out I didn't have traditional studs in my ceiling and thus the challenge). On Amazon there was "professional installation" offered for an additional $100 expense. This seemed expensive and I didn't get it but after having issues with my studs, I considered purchasing it for one shelf and figured I'd watch and then know how to do the other. The Fleximounts support line is non-existent. No one ever picked up or returned voice messages. I resorted to calling Amazon. Amazon said the installation purchase was offered by Fleximounts not them and so you had to purchase it from them. She then called the company herself and they picked up for her (I'm thinking because they saw it was Amazon) but then she got the run-around and then they said they didn't offer the installation service, so I wouldn't recommend paying this as I'm not sure what you are really paying for. It is critical to have your measurements exact for mounting the ceiling brackets, so finding the studs perfectly is a must. Mine was very difficult and I resorted to cutting a 4"x4" square where one of the the studs should be; it turned out to be metal furring strips instead which made it even more challenging; but ultimately I got it done. For furring strips it is important to get the outside edges exact, so you can then find the dead-center (with furring strips you have to hit the dead-center for it to work). There are a couple of videos on youtube that are worth watching to get familiar with the overall process. One guy recommends leaving the vertical arms loose for the installation but I found it best to tighten it almost all the way done, with just the slightest looseness for hanging the shelf by yourself. Likewise don't do like the directions, but leave the shelf in two sections for installation if you have the 4'x8'. Connect two and then the other two so that it is a 4'x4' at that point and install them one at a time. Two arm ends have hooks to help the shelf stay up, the other two are the center pieces and have the slightest ledge to balance on so I put a screwdriver through one hole to help hold it in place and then put in the screw in the other hole. Then replace the screwdriver with a screw and then do the other holes. Once the two shelves are up, screw the centers of the two shelves together. This was very challenging as I found either the holes didn't line up or the threads were horrible. The majority of all the threads in the holes were manufactured really bad so the bolts screwed in really difficult for the majority of all the holes in the shelf part. One shelf I couldn't screw the centers together as the holes just didn't line up no matter what I tried, which even included turning the shelf around. If you use a drill, I recommend being very careful and DO NOT tighten it all the way down with the drill as the bolts will strip extremely easy which will make it impossible to take down later in time. It is best to stick to using a hand ratchet. When picking out your ceiling location, for true strength you need to make sure you span over multiple studs like their directions recommend, so your studs will dictate the direction of your shelves. Likewise I would not go flush with the wall because it'll make it impossible to screw in the bolts for the shelf. One recommendation which I thought was clever was to install the shelves over your garage door when it is open. Your height on the shelf can be set to what you want (it is somewhat flexible for your space with a max and min length). That space above the garage door is wasted but you will only get limited space, but it is a useful area to put a shelf. Once up and finished they are great. I wouldn't get physically on them as they only recommend a max of 150 lbs on each individual section. So with the stuff I put up on the shelves, I was conscious to balance out the weight. The videos say that they got the shelves done in a couple of hours. If you are like me that is capable but not some construction worker, and you are doing it by yourself, taking your time and triple measuring your stud locations, then this will be more like a day project (like 8 hours to install).

Solid product. Had handyman install. Took hours but worth it and much cheaper than having a company come in and charge for product and labor.

I installed this 4x8 overhead garage storage rack to free up some floor space in my garage, and it has made a noticeable difference. Once installed, it feels very solid and secure. The rack provides a lot of storage space for items that don’t need to be accessed regularly, such as holiday decorations, storage bins, camping gear, and seasonal items. Moving those things overhead helped clear out a significant amount of floor space. The steel construction feels heavy-duty, and the rack holds multiple storage totes without any signs of sagging or wobbling. I also like that the overhead design makes use of space that would otherwise go unused. Installation does take some time, and having a second person helps, especially when lifting the frame into place. Following the instructions carefully and locating the ceiling joists are important steps for a successful installation. Pros: * Creates a large amount of extra storage space * Strong and sturdy construction * Great for storage bins and seasonal items * Helps keep the garage organized * Makes good use of overhead space Cons: * Installation can be time-consuming * A second person is helpful during assembly Overall, this rack is a great solution for anyone looking to organize a crowded garage. Once installed, it feels secure and provides plenty of storage without taking up valuable floor space.

This was one of the best buys I’ve made in my life. Seriously, it fit exactly where I needed it to go and installation is very simple. It is rugged and strong.

Good quality storage rack. I got the 4x8 version. If you are a DIYer, assembly is fairly straight forward. Lots of parts to assemble so plan your time accordingly. It's all metal and is heavy. I'm 60+ and was able to install by myself but just barely. You can assemble alone but final installation (hanging) really should be done by two able people. Also, don't assume your ceiling trusses all run the same direction or are equally spaced. Yes, they should be and that's what I assumed without checking before ordering. To my surprise the trusses ran one direction for the first 4 feet then switched direction for the second 4 feet. This odd configuration greatly increased the installation difficulty for me, so check your trusses before you order. In the end, I'm glad I bought this rack and enjoy having more floor space now in my garage. I'd recommend this product.

This overhead storage was excellent price and it is exactly what we were looking for. It has 8 tires on it and 6 big storage boxes! Super sturdy!

The storage rack is very easy to setup, but probably needs 2 people to install. I’m not a handyman and the longest time was spent finding the studs on the wall. It will help a lot if you have some power tools, my hands & legs were so sore the next day as I don’t have power tools and have to tighten everything manually using the tools they provided. In the beginning during installation, I had to drill some holes to test for studs as my stud finder sometimes gave wrong readings. Once I know the location of the studs, it was easy to install. My wall studs (vertical) are 16 inches apart and there is a horizontal stud on top, while my ceiling studs are 24 inches apart. For the back of the rack, I screwed the ceiling bracket to the top of the wall, parallel to the stud. For the front of the rack, I screwed the ceiling bracket perpendicular to the studs on the ceiling. My son helped me by holding the ladder to make it steady, and lifting the wire grids as they’re heavy. Pros: * Smart design, hard to go wrong during setup & installation. For example, for the vertical brackets, there’s 2 of them, one with square holes and the other with round holes, if you make mistakes, the screw won’t fit in. * Strong, good quality, & durable rack * Hold 600 lbs. * Adjustable height * Comes with tools for installation * Fast delivery. When I ordered the 3x8 rack, delivery time shows 1 week even though I’m a Prime member, probably the item is not as popular as the 4x8 rack, which can be delivered the next day. However I was surprised when Amazon delivered the 3x8 rack in 2 days. Cons: * No extra screws, so don’t lose them * No diagonal support brackets, so it sways a bit horizontally, but I guess once you put some stuffs, it won’t sway anymore as the rack will be heavy. * No hooks included

Both racks were used for overhead garage storage. Very strong and holds large capacity of boxes and storage totes.

I recently purchased the FLEXIMOUNTS 3x8 Overhead Garage Ceiling Storage Rack1 and I must say, it’s a game-changer for garage organization. This heavy-duty metal rack, with a weight capacity of 600lbs, is not only well-built and sturdy but also offers a multitude of mounting configurations. The installation process was straightforward and took around 2 hours with two people. The package includes all the necessary hardware required for installation, which is a big plus12. The instructions were clear and easy to follow, making the assembly process a breeze. One of the standout features of this rack is its adaptability. Our studs were not spaced at the standard 24", but we were still able to install the top brackets perpendicular to the joists, using two screws per bracket. This flexibility allowed us to customize the installation to fit our specific garage layout. The rack’s design is impressive, with an integrated grid that makes it more stable and sturdy compared to others with separate frames and wires. It’s also height adjustable from 22" to 40", providing lots of storage. This feature is particularly useful for storing seasonal and unused items, freeing up valuable floor space in the garage. In conclusion, the FLEXIMOUNTS 3x8 Overhead Garage Ceiling Storage Rack is a high-quality, durable, and versatile storage solution. It’s well worth the investment for anyone looking to maximize their garage storage space.

I've been watching this overhead storage system for years and finally pulled the trigger on the 3x8 model which is easy enough for 1 person to install. The 4x8 would likely be a bit heavy. Instructions were easy to follow and I spent most of the time finding the joists in my garage, the original owner put up drywall and for some reason, the stud finders I used gave weird results. Overall, I am happy with this purchase, there is a bit of sway to this design and I would say that lateral stability is not too much of a concern as I do not plan on loading and unloading my "stuff" too often. I would probably add some additional support down the road - I am not sure if Fleximounts would have a kit or something, but I am sure a trip to Home Depot would do the trick. Some paint from the edges were flaking off and my window for an exchange passed. My bad for not checking the package back in December. Additionally, I didn't end up using the tools provided, although it was nice to have them included. If the price comes down again, I would probably buy a second one for the other side of the garage.