subject: Van Shelving: Not Merely For Hippies [print this page] What does the image of van shelving make you think of? Perhaps it's a van load of happy-go-lucky people having fun? As an alternative, you might visualize alternative ways to use storage. In either case, you should know your options for outfitting 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. Here's where shelving comes in. Whether you have a mini-van, a cargo van or a sprinter van, you can get custom shelving for your vehicle. Adjustable shelves are very handy. The top and bottom end panels can be contoured to fit your van, which creates an efficient design that fits perfectly to your van's side wall. Fitting out your unit with dividers and drawer kits will maximize the efficiency and adaptability of your shelves. There are a number of different types of shelves to choose from. Some have no doors or backing, whilst others come with pullout drawers.
If you prefer, you can install your own wire shelving into your van. It is not difficulty to do. There are heavy-duty wire shelving units made to customize several styles of vans. They are made of durable steel and come in a variety of sizes and styles, 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. Many hardware stores stock different sizes of shelving for you to use. Many products can also be obtained direct from the manufacturers, through their website. These manufacturers specialize in outfitting vans, therefore they can offer you different options for customizing your van, compared to a retail store. Sourcing second-hand vans or van equipment for sale is an alternative and cheaper option. It's even possible that you can find quality equipment in vans that may be in your local junkyard.
With so many styles of van shelving available, it is easy to customize your vehicle. Whatever your occupation, from a hippie needing to create a home away from home to a contractor who needs a mobile office, quality shelving is the answer to your storage needs. Whether for work or recreation, by simply choosing the right shelving and accessories, your van can be transformed into a one-stop-shop.
