See how we transformed a plain, slanted-ceiling closet with a custom DIY pallet wall and Modular Closet system for maximum style and storage.
As part of our ongoing segment #ModularClosetDIYs, my latest DIY project tackles two things I'm passionate about: pallet walls & slanted ceilings. Since our office is a converted house, the CEO’s office (formerly a master bedroom) has a walk-in closet that was the perfect project location.
All the trappings of a plain old, wire shelving, slanted ceiling closet. We saw: Modular Potential!
After removing the old wire shelving and window moldings, I marked off the studs to ensure the most secure anchors.
I managed to secure a bunch of free pallets. Using a reciprocating saw, I initially cut through the nails holding the cross boards to the frame. After switching to a handsaw, I was able to get smaller pieces, but it ended up being easier overall.
After sanding down the pallet boards and setting up my 2.5" nail compressor, I started nailing the boards onto the closet wall at staggered intervals, leaving space where the center drawer unit would go.
For the slanted ceiling, I used a board held at the slant’s angle to mark the trim line on each pallet board, ensuring a precise fit.
Fitting in the last few angular pieces was oddly satisfying!
I mounted the drawer unit under the window, perfectly sized to allow adjacent shelf towers to flank each side.
The Modular Closet was planned to reach 78" at the highest tower, with a 6" filler base using filler strips. This created a sturdy 16" base to match the depth of the closet components and pallet wall. I opted to leave the shelf towers without additional drawers.
Mounting the Shelf Towers and smaller units left space in between to create a custom hanging area with a rod and shelf. The staggered heights complemented the slanted ceiling’s angle.
The completed slanted ceiling closet with all units installed:
The next morning, I added some plants in a handmade pallet planter under the window, crafted from leftover boards.
I still need to finish the top of the drawer units and add drawer pulls, but here’s the final look:
About The Author
Christina Giaquinto is the Modular Closets in-house professional organizer and brand ambassador.
In her capacity as a professional organizer, she has worked with hundreds of clients — including major celebrities — to organize every aspect of their lives, most notably their closets!
She has been featured in The Spruce, Apartment Therapy, and Popsugar among many others.
If you have ANY organizing question whatsoever, feel free to email me her cgiaquinto@modularclosets.com!
