One rule I’ve learned after living in many shoebox-like apartments over the years is that you have to go vertical anywhere and everywhere. Shelving units are absolute game-changers when it comes to creating extra storage while taking up minimal square footage, and Walmart has a wildly popular option that’s so pretty and versatile it’s hard to believe it’s discounted to just $56 for Black Friday: the COOKCOK 5-Tier Storage Shelving Unit.
It comes in four colors (including a pretty pink and blue), and shoppers are buying multiple to put in different rooms. The shelving unit also has a clever space-saving feature you’ll love!
What Is the COOKCOK 5-Tier Storage Shelving Unit?
So much more stylish than your standard, chrome wire shelves, this gem is still just as sturdy thanks to its powder-coated steel construction. Each of the five shelves can withstand up to 250 pounds without the included wheels attached — that’s right, you can move it from room to room with ease — or 200 with them on. All in all, it measures about 28 inches wide, 12 inches deep, and 5 feet tall, so it won’t completely overwhelm your small space. Still, the structure offers ample surface area for clunky items like cleaning supplies and appliances.
The crisscross design on either side doesn’t just look nice, though that’s certainly a plus; it also keeps items from falling off the shelves, which is handy when you’re wheeling it between areas. I’ve saved the best feature for last: This shelving unit has the ability to collapse almost completely flat, so even if you find that you don’t need it anymore for storage, you can keep it out of the way and on hand just in case.