subject: Van Shelving: Isn't Merely For Hippies [print this page] When you think of van shelving, the first thing to come to your mind may be an image of a colorful van full of carefree people having fun. As far as other people are concerned, you might think of better uses for storage. Either way, you should be aware of your options when it comes to fitting out your van with shelves.
A variety of people use work vans in their line of work and are in need of portable storage which they are able to fit in these vehicles. That's where shelving comes to the rescue. If you have a mini-van, a cargo van or a sprinter van, bespoke shelving is available for your vehicle. Adjustable shelving is a great convenience. The top and bottom end panels can be customized to fit your van and to fit perfectly to your van's side wall, creating a professional design. You can fit out your unit with drawer kits and dividers which will maximize the flexibility and capability of your shelves. There are also various types of shelves to select from. Some have no backing or doors, and others come with pullout drawers.
You may prefer to install your own wire shelving into your van. This is not difficult to do. It is possible to customize different types of vans with heavy-duty wire shelving units. These are made of durable steel and come in various styles and sizes such as modular and upright units. The shelving you decide to choose will be influenced by whichever style meets your work or recreational needs.
You have several options for finding shelving to put in your van. These will depend on your needs. Lots of hardware stores have shelving available in different sizes, for your use. Many manufacturers make their products available through their websites. These manufacturers specialize in outfitting vans and may be able to provide you with more custom options for your van than a retail store. An alternative option which can prove to be quite cheap, is to seek out second-hand vans for sale. Another possibility is to visit your local junkyard, where you might find good quality equipment in a junkyard van.
With van shelving which comes in so many styles, it is possible to fit out your vehicle to your own style. Quality shelving can help a great deal, whether you happen to be a hippie needing to create a home away from home or a hardworking contractor who needs to use a mobile office. The choice of correct shelving and accessories can turn your van into an all-inclusive shop suitable for either work or recreational needs.
