Wall-mounted cubicles are ideal for organizing and storing stackable items. Shelves, on the other hand, are open. Their open design allows for more creativity in arranging colorful sweaters, t-shirts, or blouses. A modular shelf has the qualities of a cubicle and regular shelf.
The idea of 3d printed shelves may not be novel; however, a 3d printable modular shelf is a new idea. In fact, I designed one as a cubicle replacement for the closet issue of Altered Rooms online magazine. During the thought process of designing a cubicle large enough to hold folded clothes, I decided that the top of a typical cubicle was not necessary for containing a stack of clothes. I sliced a cube diagonally and the modular shelf was born. The shelf can be printed in four parts and adheres to a wall with four, 6 to 12 lb 3M Command™ Strips.
The modular shelf was designed using the same connection method as the CSU Modular drawers, making it more than sturdy enough to hold a stack of jeans or t- shirts. Incidently, six folded cotton T-shirts were found to weigh 2 pounds, 9 ounces when placed on a scale. Three jeans weighed 3 pounds, 10.4 ounces when placed on a scale.
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The finished shelf measures 12 1/4″ W x 11 1/4″ L x 8″ D (back). It attaches to a wall with 4 – 3M Command™ Strips; each strip 6 to 12 lb capacity, depending on the infill percentage. A sturdy shelf is achievable with 20% infill.
