Wire Shelving Size Guide
See the actual outer and inner dimensions of each wire shelf size before you measure your corner.
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The three corner shapes differ most in footprint, post count, and the shape of the front edge.
| Corner Unit | Shape and Size | Capacity | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Triangle | Flat-front triangle on 3 posts; 18"d (24.875" across the front) or 24"d (33.125" across) | Up to 800 lbs per shelf | Storage that fits tightly into a single corner, including closets and small rooms |
| Radius | Same footprint as triangle on 3 posts, with a rounded front edge | Up to 800 lbs per shelf | Corners near walkways or displays, where a rounded front edge is preferred |
| Pentagon | Five-sided shelf on 5 posts with two 36" sides along the walls, two 18" sides, and a 27" front; 50.5" at its widest point and 38" from the corner to the front. The 18" sides accept 18"d add-on units. | Up to 800 lbs per shelf | Corners with room for a wider unit, with 3 shelves at 34"h or 4 shelves at 54" to 96"h |
Capacities are for evenly distributed loads. All three shapes are freestanding units. For a specialty setup that wraps storage around a corner in an L shape, see the Mobile Corner Storage System, which combines pentagon corner shelves with 18"d x 36"w shelves on locking casters.
All three shapes are freestanding units that fit into a corner. Triangle and radius units stand on three posts and come in 18" and 24" depths. Pentagon units stand on five posts and are larger, measuring 50.5" at their widest point and 38" from the corner to the front edge.
Corner units are sized differently than standard rectangular shelving, so check these details before adding one to your cart.
Triangle, radius, and pentagon corner units have a chrome-plated finish rated for indoor, dry storage only. They are not intended for walk-in coolers, freezers, or other cold, humid, or wet areas.
For those spaces, shop our walk-in cooler wire shelving, which offers finishes made for cold and humid storage.
Answers to common questions about sizing, assembling, and expanding corner wire shelving.
Yes, as long as there is room on the posts. Extra triangle corner shelves, radius corner shelves, and pentagon corner shelves are sold separately with shelf clips. Match the shelf depth to your unit.
Triangle, radius, and pentagon units are freestanding and fill the corner itself, and the 18" sides of a pentagon unit can accept 18"d add-on wire shelving units. For a ready-made L-shaped layout, the Mobile Corner Storage System combines four pentagon corner shelves and ten 18"d x 36"w shelves on 72"h posts with 3" locking casters. Shelving Inc. parts are generally not compatible with other brands of wire shelving.
No. Shelves attach to the posts with plastic shelf clips (split sleeves), and a rubber mallet helps set shelves securely and release them when you reconfigure. Posts 64" tall and taller ship in two pieces that twist together. Instructions are on our assembly guides page.
Yes. Every triangle, radius, and pentagon corner unit in this collection is NSF certified. They are still rated for indoor, dry storage only, so they are not intended for coolers, freezers, or wet areas.
Chrome wire shelving is produced in batches, so slight variations in tone, including subtle yellow or blue hues, can occur between items, especially across different sizes. These differences are normal and do not affect performance or durability.
Reach out if you are planning shelving for several corners or a full room, or not sure which corner shape, shelves, and posts you need. Our team can put together a complete parts list and quote, and we offer free site visits for larger projects.
Find sizing details, assembly help, and parts to complete your corner setup.
See the actual outer and inner dimensions of each wire shelf size before you measure your corner.
View the Size Guide →Find step-by-step instructions for assembling wire shelving units, including corner units.
View Assembly Guides →Shop posts, shelves, and other parts to expand or customize your corner shelving.
Shop Parts →Tell us what you are storing and how your corners are laid out, and our team will help you choose the right shapes, sizes, and parts to finish the job.
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