Customer reviews from gladiatorgarageworks.com
Gladiator - 96 (in) Panel - Hammered Granite
Average customer rating
4.5
(70 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 70 reviews
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89%of customers recommend this product.
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Customer Reviews for Gladiator - 96 (in) Panel - Hammered Granite
Customer Rating
4
Great overhead storage
on November 10, 2019
Posted by: bartman146
from Sunbury, Ohio
Gender:Male
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] My garage was getting pretty full with items that took up a lot of floor space. I had a lot of wasted space above the floor, so this overhead storage fit the bill. All the pieces felt of good quality and fairly heavy duty. The directions were fairly easy to follow at first. It took me some time to get all the brackets screwed into the ceiling supports. I was working by myself, so it took a lot of time to get them exactly where they need to go. After I got a few of them installed I found out that I was like an inch off somewhere, so I had to take them down and reposition them on the ceiling. I did have two of the lag screws break on me, but fortunately the box came with one extra and I had an extra bolt very similar to it lying around. This is probably because I was using an impact wrench, which made it go faster.
Once I got the ceiling brackets installed I moved onto the shelf surface itself. The directions have to connect two of them together using predrilled and tapped holes. I, for the life of me, could not find out how to connect them. I don't know if I got defective pieces, but the holes were tapped so the thread patterns were opposite to each other, and the supplied bolts were not long enough to go through. It seemed like the shelves were supposed to have alternating holes and tapped nuts, but all of mine were the same. I couldn't figure it out, so I just drilled my own holes, and used my own nuts and bolts to connect all four shelves together.
Once I got all the shelves bolted together, it was a breeze to bolt all the hanging brackets on the shelves. I then loosely bolted the hanging brackets on the ceiling supports, and then got ready to hang the entire system. This part I got my wife to help along with a ladder. We slid one side of the unit onto the ladder to hold it up while we slid the hanging brackets into the corresponding brackets on the ceiling supports. They kept wanting to come apart, so we used the little pins to keep them together. Once that side was up, we hung the side that was being supported by the ladder. Then we connected to two middle brackets. I didn't feel comfortable using just the little pins to hold everything together, so I used some extra nuts and bolts to keep the hanging brackets from coming apart. I also went around and tightened up all the bolts. After final assembly everything looked and felt really secure. We then placed a lot of items on it and it didn't budge. Right now its not super organized, so I'll probably shift everything around so we can fit more on. I doubt I have the 750lb weight limit on there so far. In the end I was happy with how it turned out.
My only gripes were the bolting together of the shelf pieces.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting gladiatorgarageworks.com
Customer Rating
4
Great storage option!
on November 4, 2019
Posted by: Mike18
from Pennsylvania
Gender:Male
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I just completed installing my Overhead gear loft storage rack, and I'm very happy with the results. I was able to get a lot of smaller lightweight items off the garage floor freeing up a lot of space! I went with a 4x6 configuration as it better suited my needs. I installed it in a single car garage in about 3 1/2 hours over 2 days. The rack came in a box weighing 62 pounds, and all parts listed in the contents were included. There were some challenges installing the Rack but nothing horrible. I would recommend getting at least one other person to help with the installation. I spent a lot of time attaching the ceiling brackets due to locating the studs that were covered by drywall. I found working above my head with a drill and socket wrench was quite tiresome. I snapped two of the lag bolts during this part of the install, but was lucky enough to have a few on hand so I didnt have to run out to get more. Connecting the racks was simple using the socket head cap screws. I sped up this step using avariable speed drill fitted with a allen head bit. I ran into a problem when one of the socket head cap screws pushed out one nut out of its seat. I just used one of the extra rectangular nuts to fix this issue. I used the Perpendicular mounting option for the center supports. Mounting the rack system to the overhead overhead supports went much smoother than I expected. I would strongly recommend getting two or more helpers to lift and position the rack overhead to the final position.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting gladiatorgarageworks.com
Customer Rating
5
Gearloft Review Storage Rack 4x8
on November 4, 2019
Posted by: Anonymous
from Derby, Kansas
Gender:Male
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] The review of the Gladiator Overhead Gear loft.
Overall packaging was better than what I usually receive from other vendor’s extra strap to ensure the box remains closed. Overall content was organized with a little shipping during the shipping process. There was slight damage to the product the on one rack was bend slightly but easy repair to straighten it out.
On first inspection I was impressed with the limited number of pieces and each individually bagged and a drill bit included which saved a minute or two searching for the right size bit to drill starter holes. The content of the box matched the instructions inventory and was easy to read. The instructions were surprisingly easy to follow and the design of the parts eliminated the incorrect assemble for the most part.
Installation is very straight forward easy to follow directions and simple distance measurements with some latitude if measurements are slightly off. I did the install by myself and would not have been able to do so if I was not able to do it in smaller sections. Even with two people the ability to hang the four panels at once may be challenging so it would be a recommendation to do it two panel sections, makes it much safer and manageable. I did a regular 2 panel install than changed out the corners supports the center supports one at a time than added the second two sections to complete the installation.
The easy connect support for the racks were surprisingly easy to connect and locking pins simple to install and adjust as needed. The adjustability allows for great flexibility in your garage to allow for maximum storage or lower clearances.
I have bought and installed other types of ceiling racks and this by far is the most versatile and ease to install of them all.
This is a large rack system ensure you have the space for it before you purchase it or you may not be able to utilize the full size however the flexibility of using less panels allows for the lack of space but now you will have to store the extra panel(s). The only issue i had during the entire installation process was one lag bolt broke while I was screwing it into the rafter, examination of the bolt showed it may have been defective but luckily there was an extra in the package.
Overall GREAT product, excellent quality, sturdy, easy to install, easy to adjust, and provides significant amount of storage. I would highly recommend this rack.
Overall packaging was better than what I usually receive from other vendor’s extra strap to ensure the box remains closed. Overall content was organized with a little shipping during the shipping process. There was slight damage to the product the on one rack was bend slightly but easy repair to straighten it out.
On first inspection I was impressed with the limited number of pieces and each individually bagged and a drill bit included which saved a minute or two searching for the right size bit to drill starter holes. The content of the box matched the instructions inventory and was easy to read. The instructions were surprisingly easy to follow and the design of the parts eliminated the incorrect assemble for the most part.
Installation is very straight forward easy to follow directions and simple distance measurements with some latitude if measurements are slightly off. I did the install by myself and would not have been able to do so if I was not able to do it in smaller sections. Even with two people the ability to hang the four panels at once may be challenging so it would be a recommendation to do it two panel sections, makes it much safer and manageable. I did a regular 2 panel install than changed out the corners supports the center supports one at a time than added the second two sections to complete the installation.
The easy connect support for the racks were surprisingly easy to connect and locking pins simple to install and adjust as needed. The adjustability allows for great flexibility in your garage to allow for maximum storage or lower clearances.
I have bought and installed other types of ceiling racks and this by far is the most versatile and ease to install of them all.
This is a large rack system ensure you have the space for it before you purchase it or you may not be able to utilize the full size however the flexibility of using less panels allows for the lack of space but now you will have to store the extra panel(s). The only issue i had during the entire installation process was one lag bolt broke while I was screwing it into the rafter, examination of the bolt showed it may have been defective but luckily there was an extra in the package.
Overall GREAT product, excellent quality, sturdy, easy to install, easy to adjust, and provides significant amount of storage. I would highly recommend this rack.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting gladiatorgarageworks.com
Customer Rating
5
Adds useful storage to unused spcae - rock-solid!
on November 10, 2019
Posted by: professorroyhinkley
from Blacksburg, VA
Gender:Male
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I installed this on a Saturday morning, and I'm impressed! The overhead storage rack added useful space where there was just ... space.
The amount of storage is huge! I was worried whether it would fit but it works perfectly, If there is an issue, you can use fewer sections, but the full 4x8' area is awesome. Also, it's rock-solid - the sections are secured to each other and the hanging mechanism is just like the Gladiator shelving (you can see it in the background).
Installation: They recommend 2 people - I agree. I did it myself in one morning, but two people would have been helpful.
I absolutely recommend it - the perfect place for storing Christmas stuff!
The amount of storage is huge! I was worried whether it would fit but it works perfectly, If there is an issue, you can use fewer sections, but the full 4x8' area is awesome. Also, it's rock-solid - the sections are secured to each other and the hanging mechanism is just like the Gladiator shelving (you can see it in the background).
Installation: They recommend 2 people - I agree. I did it myself in one morning, but two people would have been helpful.
I absolutely recommend it - the perfect place for storing Christmas stuff!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting gladiatorgarageworks.com
Customer Rating
5
Great over Large Storage Rack
on November 10, 2019
Posted by: Jess322883
from Dallas,Texas
Gender:Male
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I received the Gladiator 4x8 foot Ceiling storage rack as Gladiator review panel. This unit is very well built all welded together in 4 2x 4 panels with a all the mounting hardware included. Very easy to understand direction in multiple languages. Also theirs some You Tube videos out their too. Packaging came in cardboard with everything being surrounded by styrofoam(very well protected) took me about 2 hours to install it with a little help from a friend holding the panels up while I bolted them together.
The Finish is powder coated in what the call Hammer Mill Gray which match my other Gladiator wall cabinets and large storage cabinets. I LOVE The GLADIATOR storage units and recommend them to all my friends as well as when I’m in Lowe’s or Home Depot and in the isle and somebodies look at all the different brands available. One last thing previous I had Hyloft units at my other hose and they was not a true 4x8 and was flimsy withe the racks swaying when you put a ladder up to them. Not the Gladiators solid.
The Finish is powder coated in what the call Hammer Mill Gray which match my other Gladiator wall cabinets and large storage cabinets. I LOVE The GLADIATOR storage units and recommend them to all my friends as well as when I’m in Lowe’s or Home Depot and in the isle and somebodies look at all the different brands available. One last thing previous I had Hyloft units at my other hose and they was not a true 4x8 and was flimsy withe the racks swaying when you put a ladder up to them. Not the Gladiators solid.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting gladiatorgarageworks.com
Customer Rating
4
Great Construction Quality
on November 11, 2019
Posted by: minigolfer
from Naples, FL
Gender:Male
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This product is clearly high quality and well constructed. Though the package was short of the necessary bolts required for assembly,and the instructions could have been more clear in a couple places, the unit went together easily and had a very solid feel once constructed. The final assembly step definitely requires more than one person, and can be cumbersome depending on where you are installing this unit.
Overall, this is a solid product and one I would purchase again.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting gladiatorgarageworks.com
Customer Rating
5
Overhead GearLoft Storage Rack
on November 13, 2019
Posted by: dr.wats
from Shawnee, KS
Gender:Male
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] We went with the Gladiator Overhead GearLoft Storage Rack for multiple reasons, we were looking to create additional space in our garage for items that are not frequently used. The Gladiator Storage Rack is very nice looking and has great storage space, the ability to adjust the height is a great option. Installation was straight forward and intuitive. The Overhead Storage Rack has been a tremendous asset in managing our space.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting gladiatorgarageworks.com
Customer Rating
5
Fantastic Over Garage Storage Solution
on November 13, 2019
Posted by: DanG
from Loveland, OH
Gender:Male
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] For a simple over the garage door storage shelf, the Overhead GearLoft cannot be beat. It was relatively simple to install and does exactly what it is designed to do. It looks very clean. I am very happy with the product. One tip to prepare you for the install: the final lifting of the shelf into place will take two or three strong people to help or you can use rope through the mounting brackets to act as a pulley to lift the shelf up and into place while doing the install yourself. At the end of the day, you won't be disappointed in the shelf.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting gladiatorgarageworks.com