For a home storage area, garage and even an office workspace, it is important to have the proper storage compartments, racks and work tables. However, this can be quite costly when you are sticking to a budget. Purchasing commercially manufactured work areas and racks will leave you with limited options to make any alterations. However, that is not the case when you use T channel aluminum to build your own.
Wood vs. Metal
When building shelving, worktables, racks or storage areas for a home or business, you can choose to go with either metal or wood. While wood is obviously the least expensive, it is also not as durable and limits any changes to the configuration following initial construction.
Moreover, wood adds to the weight of the component and limits the capacity of the bins, rack or shelves when constructed. Wood must also be stained or painted in order to prevent humidity, water and insect damage.
Using T channel aluminum will provide you with an incredibly durable design for a lightweight storage component. In addition, because the components are attached with bolts, modifications are easy whenever necessary.
The Overall Advantage
T channel aluminum is lightweight, which means that rack components for bins or shelving systems can be fastened directly to the wall. In very small areas, it is even possible to mount the T channel to the ceiling. This will provide you with additional storage overhead.
Furthermore, when you choose to build your storage components out of aluminum channel, you do not have to worry about any continuous upkeep or maintenance. Aluminum is resistant to rust and corrosion, nor are insects every a problem with this type of building material. You do not have to worry about warping or splintering over time. This means that you will still be able to enjoy the system you install just as it is many, many years from now.
Easy to Install
The design of T channel makes it possible for hex bolts or special fasteners to just slide right into the channel. Then, you can easily attach it to your shelving or other components of the frame. The bolt can easily be moved up or repositioned down the channel in order to create the ideal space with exact measurements and drilling. Aluminum is a naturally lightweight material and it is easy to cut into sections that will make finishing your project in short time simple.
