Roll-out shelf

A roll-out shelf, also known as a glide-out shelf, pull-out shelf, sliding shelf, or slide-out shelf is a shelf that can be moved forward in order to more easily reach the contents stored in the back of a cupboard or cabinet without having to bend over.^[1] They may also save space, as they can be installed closer together than fixed shelves.^[2]

Top: A projector on a lift table so that it can be raised in and out of the ceiling. Bottom: A projector on a roll-out shelf beneath a table.

Patents for roll-out shelves exist at least as early as the 1800s.^[3]

Applications

Roll-out shelves are found in kitchen and bathroom cabinets, pantries, chests of drawers, vanities, offices, and garages. They can be mounted with hardwood cleats, or with metal slides.^[4] 3/4 extension slides provide enough access to reach items in the back of the cabinet. Full extension rails are more costly but can provide better access for special use areas.^{[citation needed]}

Some roll-out shelves include shallow wire or mesh baskets.^[1]

See also

• Drawer (furniture)
• Kitchen appliance lift