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3×8 and 4×8 Ceiling Storage Racks Compared

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The detailsRead across. Look closer.MonsterRAX 4' x 8' Overhead Garage Storage RackMonsterRAX 3' x 8' Overhead Garage Storage RackMonsterRAX 2' x 8' Overhead Garage Storage RackStoreYourBoard 4' x 8' Faber Overhead Garage Storage with HooksStoreYourBoard 3' x 8' Faber Overhead Garage Storage with Hooks
Platform widthNot listedNot listedNot listedNot listedNot listed
Platform depthNot listedNot listedNot listedNot listedNot listed
Ceiling drop rangeDiffers24 in (61 cm) to 45 in (114 cm) Verified24 in (61 cm) to 45 in (114 cm) Verified24 in (61 cm) to 45 in (114 cm) Verified24 in (61 cm) to 40 in (102 cm) Verified24 in (61 cm) to 40 in (102 cm) Verified
Total load ratingDiffers500 lb (227 kg) (not stated by the manufacturer) Verified450 lb (204 kg) (not stated by the manufacturer) Verified350 lb (159 kg) (not stated by the manufacturer) VerifiedNot listedNot listed
MaterialSteel VerifiedSteel VerifiedSteel VerifiedSteel VerifiedNot listed
Supported ceiling typeDiffersWood joists; not suitable for I-beams, steel joists, concrete ceilings, or non-traditional materials VerifiedWood joists; not suitable for I-beams, steel joists, concrete ceilings, or non-traditional materials VerifiedWood joists; not suitable for I-beams, steel joists, concrete ceilings, or non-traditional materials VerifiedCeiling joists, brackets parallel or perpendicular; fits 16" and 24" joist spacing VerifiedNot listed
Joist mounting requiredYes VerifiedYes VerifiedYes VerifiedNot listedNot listed
Installation limitationsThe rack is not suitable for installation into I-beams, steel joists, concrete ceilings, or non-traditional materials, ensuring both safety and integrity of the structure. VerifiedThe rack is not suitable for installation into I-beams, steel joists, concrete ceilings, or non-traditional materials, ensuring both safety and integrity of the structure. VerifiedThe rack is not suitable for installation into I-beams, steel joists, concrete ceilings, or non-traditional materials, ensuring both safety and integrity of the structure. VerifiedNot listedNot listed

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Three and four by eight foot ceiling racks hold the most overhead. This page compares racks from two brands on drop, load and mounting.

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