Planner Inputs
Example Data Table
| Scenario | Length | Width | Height | Shelf Depth | Aisle | Island | Estimated Garments | Shelf Area |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mixed garden gear | 10 ft | 7 ft | 9 ft | 1.25 ft | 3 ft | No | ~80 | ~95 ft² |
| Tool-heavy storage | 12 ft | 8 ft | 9 ft | 1.5 ft | 3 ft | Yes (4×2) | ~75 | ~110 ft² |
| Mostly clothing | 9 ft | 6 ft | 8 ft | 1.0 ft | 2.5 ft | No | ~70 | ~75 ft² |
Examples are illustrative; your results depend on door width, corners, and layout choices.
Formulas Used
- Perimeter = 2 × (Length + Width)
- Usable Wall Length = Perimeter − Door Width
- Effective Wall Length = Usable Wall × Corner Efficiency (0.85–0.92)
- Rod Length = Effective Wall × Rod Fraction (layout-based)
- Garment Capacity = floor((Rod Length ÷ Garment Pitch) × Hang Levels)
- Shelf Area = Shelf Length × Shelf Depth × Shelf Tiers × Load Factor
- Panel Area = Shelf Area × (1 + Waste% ÷ 100)
- Bin Volume = Bins × (Bin Width × Shelf Depth × Bin Height) × Load Factor
This planner uses practical assumptions to create a cut-list style estimate.
How to Use This Calculator
- Measure closet length, width, and ceiling height.
- Measure your door width and pick a comfortable aisle clearance.
- Select shelf depth based on bulky garden items or standard storage.
- Choose hanging layout, corner units, and optional island.
- Add bins and drawers for labels, seeds, and small parts.
- Click Calculate Plan to view capacity and zone suggestions.
- Use CSV for sharing, and PDF for printing or contractors.