Does it come with mounting hardware?

The shelf is sold as a wire unit with basic mounting hardware. Check the contents for brackets and screws before installing.

Can it go above a washer and dryer?

Yes. The 24-inch width and 12.25-inch depth suit the space above most appliances, and the ventilated wire resists moisture buildup.

What does reversible mean here?

The shelf can be flipped so the hanger space faces either direction, letting you fit it to the wall and door swing in your room.

How much weight does it hold?

ClosetMaid rates it as a light-duty shelf. It suits detergent, linens and hanging clothes, not heavy storage bins.

Is it rust-resistant?

The steel is epoxy coated, which protects it in humid laundry and utility rooms. Wipe up spills to keep the coating intact.

No. The shelf is a fixed 24-inch wire unit; cutting the frame would damage the coating and weaken it.

What do buyers say about the ClosetMaid 28279 Reversible Laundry/Utility Shelf?

Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 55 ratings.

ClosetMaid 28279 Reversible Laundry/Utility Shelf

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ClosetMaid 28279 Reversible Laundry/Utility Shelf

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Last seen at $46.23 at Walmart on Nov 12.

Our take on the ClosetMaid 28279 Reversible Laundry/Utility Shelf

The ClosetMaid 28279 is a 24-inch ventilated wire shelf that mounts above a washer or dryer and doubles as a hanger rod. It is epoxy-coated steel, 7 inches tall, 24 inches wide and 12.25 inches deep, and the shelf is reversible so the hanger space can face either way. It suits laundry rooms, utility closets and garages where you need hanging space and a shelf without a full closet system. Against solid-board shelves it lets air through and installs faster; against heavier closet kits it is lighter duty and holds less weight.

Best forLaundry rooms above a washer or dryerUtility closets and garagesRenters who want a simple wall-mounted fixAdding hanging space without a full closet system

Pros

Ventilated wire lets air circulate and resists dust buildup
Reversible design fits either wall orientation
Built-in space for hangers adds a rod without extra parts
Epoxy coating protects the steel from moisture and rust
Compact 24-inch width fits tight laundry alcoves

Cons

Wire shelf holds less weight than solid shelving
Small items can tip or fall through the wire gaps
Hardware and mounting instructions are basic
Not a full closet system; no brackets for heavy loads

ClosetMaid 28279 Reversible Laundry/Utility Shelf prices at every store

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In stockSold by Ron's Home and HardwareReturns: Sold by a Walmart Marketplace seller; returns go to the seller under the seller's returns policy.
$46.23+ $5.99 shippingChecked Nov 12
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What reviewers say

4.8 / 555 ratings

Owners rate it highly, praising the sturdy build and the convenience of a shelf plus hanger space in one unit. Most say it installs easily above a washer or dryer and looks tidy. A few note the wire gaps and modest load capacity.

What people mention

BuildPraisedOwners describe the steel as solid and the epoxy finish as durable in damp laundry rooms.
InstallationPraisedBuyers say it mounts quickly and the reversible design simplifies placement.
Hanger spacePraisedReviewers like having a rod for hangers built into the shelf.
Load capacityMixedSome say it handles detergent and linens fine; others find it flexes under heavier loads.
Wire gapsCriticisedA few owners report small bottles and items tipping through the openings.

About the ClosetMaid 28279 Reversible Laundry/Utility Shelf

This is a reversible laundry and utility shelf made of epoxy-coated steel. It has a ventilated wire design and leaves space for hangers.

The shelf is 24 inches wide. Assembled, it measures 7 inches high, 24 inches wide and 12.25 inches deep.

Material: Epoxy-coated steel
Design: Ventilated wire shelf, reversible, space for hangers
Width: 24"
Assembled size: 7"H x 24"W x 12.25"D
Model: ClosetMaid 28279

Specifications

size: 24"Source
color: MulticolorSource

Questions and answers

Does it come with mounting hardware?: The shelf is sold as a wire unit with basic mounting hardware. Check the contents for brackets and screws before installing.
Can it go above a washer and dryer?: Yes. The 24-inch width and 12.25-inch depth suit the space above most appliances, and the ventilated wire resists moisture buildup.
What does reversible mean here?: The shelf can be flipped so the hanger space faces either direction, letting you fit it to the wall and door swing in your room.
How much weight does it hold?: ClosetMaid rates it as a light-duty shelf. It suits detergent, linens and hanging clothes, not heavy storage bins.
Is it rust-resistant?: The steel is epoxy coated, which protects it in humid laundry and utility rooms. Wipe up spills to keep the coating intact.
Can I cut it to fit?: No. The shelf is a fixed 24-inch wire unit; cutting the frame would damage the coating and weaken it.
Where is the ClosetMaid 28279 Reversible Laundry/Utility Shelf cheapest?: At Walmart, for $46.23, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the ClosetMaid 28279 Reversible Laundry/Utility Shelf?: Rated 4.8 out of 5 from 55 ratings.