Product Description

The Premier closet organizer system brings you closet organization that is built for durability and visual appeal. This closet shelving system features closet shelves made from beautiful 100% wood. Available in maple and mahogany finishes, the wood closet shelving unit is elegant and refined while providing you with durable closet organization to last a lifetime. All shelves measure 12" deep and the system includes multiple components to organize your bedroom closet. #118453 & #118452 Closet Shelf System: Three 12" x 24" shelves One 12" x 48" shelf Two 12" x 72" shelves 72" Vertical Tower Six Angle Brackets Three Metal Wardrobe Bars Six Metal J-Hooks Red Pine #118454 Additional Shelves: Kit includes two additional adjustable shelves for use with tower portion of the Closet Shelf System. Eight shelf pins included. SHELF KIT IN MAPLE ONLY. Assembly level/degree of difficulty: Moderate.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #2320 in Home Improvement
• Size: Premier
• Color: Red Mahogany
• Brand: John Louis Home
• Model: JLH-529

Features

• 100% solid wood
• Fits up to a 10-foot closet
• Ventilated for air flow
• Everything you need in one box
• Multiple configuration options to customize to meet your needs with step-by-step instructions

Amazon.com Product Description
Designed to bring beauty and organization to any reach-in or walk-in closet, the John Louis Home Premier Closet Shelving System is a do-it-yourself closet organizer kit. Ideal for the novice home improvement enthusiast or the well-trained expert, this kit affords you multiple design options to transform your closet at a fraction of the cost of in-home services. It also comes complete with easy-to-follow, step-by-step installation instructions.

Step-by-step instructions makes installing your closet system easy. View larger.

Lasting, Customizable Style for Distinctive Rooms
Made to provide lasting style that you can customize to suit your needs and décor, this system fits any closet measuring up to 10 feet in length--just cut to fit your closet's specific dimensions. Ready to go right out of the box, it provides up to 22 feet of shelf space and up to 16 feet of hanging space, as well as shelf adjustability and accessory add-ons. The result is an organized place for your belongings, arranged in a way that reflects both your needs and personal style.

Solid wood shelving with a red mahogany finish delivers strength and elegance. View larger.

A flexible, wall-mounted design lets you place shelves and hanging rods at the perfect height. View larger.

Ideal for First-Time Installers or Home Renovation Experts
This system takes all the guesswork out of remodeling and organizing your closet by putting everything you need in one package. Designing a John Louis closet is also simple and straightforward. No matter your skill level, from novice to expert, you can do it. All you need is a pencil, level, screwdriver, and saw, and you're ready to go.

Wall-Mounted Design for Greater Flexibility
Like all John Louis Home Closet Systems, the Premier does not have a fixed height. Due to its wall-mounted design, wherever you decide to place your top shelf determines the height. This gives you greater flexibility in creating a space that meets your specific needs.

Multiple Components Offer Durability and Elegance
Whether in a bedroom, pantry, linen closet, laundry room, or foyer closet, the Premier closet organizer system showcases quality and attention to detail and creates a durable system with real visual appeal. Beautiful in a red mahogany finish, the wood closet shelving unit is both elegant and refined. It also provides you with efficient and attractive closet organization to last a lifetime, with high quality materials and 12-inch-deep shelves.

100% Solid Wood for Long-Lasting Beauty, Moisture Control, and Strength
Designed with versatility in mind, this shelving system offers the best in features and functionality. Most importantly, kiln-dried, 100% solid wood construction prevents warping and sagging; the multi-layered finish also adds a rich look while blocking moisture intake. Additionally, this set includes all-metal hardware, with a decorative satin nickel finish, for strong and secure mounting without flexing or sagging.

"Off the Floor" Mounting for Ease of Installation; Ventilation for Air Circulation
The Premier system utilizes "off the floor" mounting, making it easy to install. Three universal bracket types are secured to the walls, and the shelves are locked in to the brackets. Since the shelving covers the majority of the brackets, minimal hardware is visible. And because the closet system is raised, the closet floor space is clear of any obstructions. The system is also ventilated for air circulation, preventing musty odors and allowing clothes to breathe.

Six-Foot Integrated Tower for Accessories
This system includes a six-foot integrated tower to provide adjustable shelf capability and to give you a dedicated space for handbags, belts, hosiery, and other accessories. For more storage options, tower doors and 12-inch adjustable shelf accessory add-ons are available to enhance functionality.

What's in the Box
Three shelves measuring 12 x 24 inches; two shelves measuring 12 x 72 inches; one shelf measuring 12 x 48 inches; two tower sides measuring 12 x 72 inches; two 6-inch metal wardrobe bars; one 4-inch metal wardrobe bar; six 12-inch angle brackets; six metal j-hooks; assembly instructions; configuration guide; and all necessary hardware and fasteners.

Crafted from premium materials, this John Louis Home Closet System offers a dependable, easy-to-customize storage solution. View larger.

From the Manufacturer
John Louis Home introduces the next generation of Solid Wood Closets. Designed with versatility in mind, John Louis has created a line of products that take the best in features and functionality and fused them together into what we like to call affordable elegance. We use 100% solid metal hardware with a satin nickel finish thus making a decorative element out of a functional part. Whether in a bedroom, pantry, linen, laundry room or foyer closet, it's this quality and attention to detail that makes John Louis Home the finishing touch to any room. Designing a John Louis closet is simple. No matter your skill level, from novice to expert, you can do it. All you need is a pencil, level, screwdriver and saw. The possibilities are endless. The Premier Closet organizer uses a 12-Inch shelf depth designed for any REACH-IN and WALK-IN closet. The 12-Inch Premier Closet Organizer offers shelf adjustability within a 6-foot tower and fits closets up to 10 feet in length. Everything you need is in one box. Up to 22 feet of shelf space and up to 16 feet of hanging space, shelf adjustability, accessory add-ons and multiple configuration options. Tower Doors and 12-inch adjustable shelf accessory add-ons are available to enhance functionality.

Customer Reviews

Works well, except....
Our closet came with a single shelf and a single rod hanging beneath it. That was all I needed for many years, but now I'm married and have a child. Our storage needs have gone way up and the old configuration proved to be inefficient and inadequate. Thus it was that we discovered the John Louis Premier Solid Wood Closet System. It seemed like something that would work. We installed it in "Configuration C" and it works splendidly.

A note of caution is in order. Before you attempt to install this closet system, you'd better do an honest evaluation of your skills. Are you very handy around the home, or are you just barely able to get things put together? If the answer is the latter, don't attempt this project. It's very difficult. The instructions are opaque, to say the least. This project will favor those who are able to improvise when things don't go well. Things won't. If you are unable to do anything except following instructions, don't attempt this project. I ended up with far more parts than I would ever have needed, and not enough parts to get the job done.

After the very difficult task of getting the whole thing assembled inside the closet, I found that there were only two "G Shelves," although the drawings I was following clearly indicated three were necessary. Hmmmm. There were enough parts for the installation of three shelves, but there were, in fact, only two shelves included in the package and, clearly, no room for three. I called a 1-800 number and explained the situation. First, the telephone experience was exceptionally good. I got a person on the first ring and the lady was both understanding and helpful. She said an additional shelf would be shipped immediately. Evidently this is an ongoing problem that they are familiar with. But, why would they sell a product that indicated the need for three shelves but supply only two?

Another thing I noted was that a little tube of finish repair was included in the package. Expect to use the repair kit. The wood finish on this closet is very easy to damage and the repair kit will come in handy.

Well, all in all, my experience with this closet system is very mixed. I love the way it looks and works. I hope it lasts over an extended period as the wood seems very easy to damage. I gave it four stars, but perhaps three and a half might be closer.

Gary Peterson

Think: Ikea-style Junk made of solid wood
It's hard to trash this product or speak it up. The John Louis closet organizer systems represent a middle tier of closet organizers that has no competition. That is, if you want a solid wood closet organizer that costs significantly less than $1000 and you don't have to completely build from scratch, this is the only way to go. However, The method of construction is the same as the Ikea junk that falls apart as you install. First, the package includes a ton of drywall anchors that are meant to be self-drilling. They don't work; they're junk. They simply melt before they get into the wall. If you're lucky, you'll get one halfway in, the head will break off and the extremely hot melted tip will fall down into your wall. If you're really lucky, it will land on extremely dry cellulose insulation. The cam bolts that hold some pieces together are the classic Ikea junk. When assembling the main tower, you are required to assemble three pieces together before attaching to the wall. This guarantees that the third piece will pull away, tearing the cam bolts out of both pieces and leaving you with either useless junk or a new fix-it-yourself engineering issue. For $400, more than a few expletives flew from my mouth during the installation. I could not finish the installation in one sitting because I needed to go buy additional drywall anchors. I foresaw this issue and had pre-purchased some, but not enough. The look of the product is pretty good. The wood is solid, not medium-density-fiber-board, but it still cracks easily Every piece I installed cracked when I used the recommended 1/2 screw. It is unclear what kind of wood this is, but since the product appears to be manufactured in China, you can bet yourself that this is an unsustainably harvested wood product. The only conselation there, is that I can tell you this is a fast-growing wood; it's soft like a young, highly-productive wood, not hard and tight-grained like a mature wood. Thus, it is possible they are not mowing down older forest to create this product. At first, I would have thought it was something unsubstantial like eukalyptus, but the entire package is very heavy. I bet they don't care what wood or where it's from, so it may vary from batch to batch. The finish is easily scratched during installation, but the packaging includes a small vial of colored powder. I couldn't tell if it was meant to be powder or if it dried out in the warehouse. Overall, this product is probably worth $100, well overpriced at $300 to $400, and has no competition in the $250 to $800 price range, so you can rest assured the price is set arbitrarily. If you do choose this product, make sure to have a second (maybe third) set of hands for installation of the main tower, and supply your own fasteners.

A normal reach-in closet is about 2 feet deep. Mine is 23.5 inches deep. It is difficult to guess whether to install the 12" or 16" deep organizer. I chose the 12" deep model, and I think there is room to have gone 16" deep. The deeper one gives you the option of drawers, which might be nice if your closet doors accomodate.

Anyway, I think I would prefer this over the MDF junk, but I am am still underwhelmed by the materials quality. If I were a real stickler, I would ask for the entire unit to be replaced by John Louis Home because almost every piece broke in one way or another during installation. With additional equipment, I have made it work, but I have yet to decide what I will request from the company for retribution.

Hope this was helpful. Though, it may not have been because this is neither a recommendation for, nor against the product.

Quality Product
If you know how to use screwdrivers, drills, hand saw, and a level, you can put this together. It took a little time to read the instructions over and over, but really there a just a few critical measurments, the rest is somewhat forgiving. Just don't go cutting all you wood up all at once. Cut as you need to and double check the measurments. Took about 4 hours to properly install, first timer. Thinking about doing another! I would buy this product or one similar again.