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How to Measure Your Closet for a Closet System (Step by Step)

October 18, 2026 by ClosetBlueprint Team
Diagram of standard closet rod heights: upper rod 80 in, lower rod 40 in, long hang 60 in clear, depth 24 in

A 15-minute, step-by-step guide to measuring a reach-in or walk-in closet, with standard dimensions.

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