A Gladiator storage unit with the door open. Inside are bins and a propane tank, among other items. Next to it is a Gladiator workbench with a stool. Gardening equipment hangs on the wall via Gladiator hooks.

READY TO ASSEMBLE VS. PREMIER CABINETS: WHICH IS RIGHT FOR YOU?

Organizing a garage won’t just make it look tidy, it will also help you keep expensive items such as power tools, gardening tools and sporting equipment, stored neatly, clean and accessible. 

There’s no one way to organize a garage. It requires a tailored approach specific to the space and your needs. Ultimately, while each garage is unique, you can still optimize the footprint of yours with some time and effort. 

Gladiator brand offers a complete line of cabinets, including full-size, modular and wall options, that can help bring order to the chaos in your garage. 

Let’s review two garage storage cabinet options, Ready-To-Assemble and Premier, to help determine which build, or possibly even both, would best suit your space and needs.

A garage organized with Gladiator storage solutions. There are two Gladiator storage units connected by a workbench and two Gladiator cabinets. Gardening equipment hangs on the wall courtesy of Gladiator hooks A garage organized with Gladiator storage solutions. There are two Gladiator storage units connected by a workbench and two Gladiator cabinets. Gardening equipment hangs on the wall courtesy of Gladiator hooks

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PREMIER LINE OF CABINETS

Gladiator® Premier Cabinets are durable and versatile welded steel garage cabinets that offer excellent support and premium quality. 

They offer many benefits, including being shipped fully assembled so that they’re ready to use or install without assembly upon arrival. One Premier Cabinet is The Premier Tall GearBox. It stands over five feet (152.4 cm) tall and features three full-width shelves and two large doors that lock. Thanks to its heavy-duty casters, you can move the cabinet around your garage, and if you need this unit off the floor, you can mount the GearBox onto a Gladiator® Wall System.

A series of Gladiator cabinets and Gladiator storage units. Next to it are shelves of garden pots and a fridge. A series of Gladiator cabinets and Gladiator storage units. Next to it are shelves of garden pots and a fridge.

Ready-to-Assemble CabinetS

Ready-to-Assemble Cabinets are shipped in parts and require assembly. That said, assembling them is considered to be easy. 

These cabinets are manufactured with heavy-duty steel and you can choose from different sizes and configurations. They also offer versatile features to help organize and protect the tools and supplies you keep in your garage. 

If you typically store bulky ski jackets, hunting or motorcycle gear in your garage, consider the Ready-to-Assemble All-Season GearClosetTM storage. This unit can store and organize seasonal clothes and equipment to help ensure they take up the least amount of garage space possible. The extra-deep cabinet features a hanging rod that can hold a maximum of 90 lbs (40.8 kg).

Ready-To-Assemble vs. Premier Products: How to Choose the Right Garage Cabinet System?

There are a few considerations when deciding which garage storage cabinets are ideal for your household and needs.

Budget

You always want to stay within your available budget. Ready-to-Assemble Cabinets are considered the more budget-friendly option but they require assembly and are backed with a 10-year limited warranty whereas Premier cabinets come with a limited lifetime warranty. 

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Usage

Understanding the purpose of your garage cabinets should play a key role in which system you choose. 

If you intend to use your garage cabinets exclusively for additional storage space, you might not need a more elaborate and expensive unit. On the other hand, if you’re looking to store tools and equipment, some of which need to be protected, you might want to invest in higher-end options. 

Here is how you can determine your storage needs and the space you have to work with:

  • Measuring your space is always the first step
  • Review the layout of your garage, looking at obstructions and unconventional angles
  • Give thought to what you need to store
  • Consider how you can update or expand your storage solution as your needs change. For example, will you eventually want bike storage or a workbench?
  • Ask yourself if certain items require protection from scratches and dents
  • If you plan to store sharp tools, expensive items or hazardous chemicals, then a unit with a lock can prevent children from accessing it. 
  • Consider the size and weight of the items you want to store in your garage cabinets 

After gathering this information, it’s important to know that Premier is designed for storing heavy-duty items and equipment whereas Ready-to-Assemble is for everyday equipment.

Furthermore, Premier comes with castors but with Ready-to-Assemble, the castors are sold separately.

Ready-To-Assemble vs. Premier: Different Key Features 

In addition to assembly requirements, there are other differences between Ready-to-Assemble and Premier Garage Cabinets.

Premier is fully welded and has a higher weight capacity than Ready-to-Assemble, which is constructed with heavy-duty steel. Premier also offers an exclusive colour, Red Tread.

Shop Garage Storage Cabinets Today! 

With a better idea of how Ready-to-Assemble differs from Premier Cabinets, it’s time to start shopping to find the right unit for your garage. These garage cabinet systems can help keep your space organized and your items neatly stored.

A garage with a Gladiator storage unit with the door opened. Next to it is a Gladiator workbench. Above the workbench are two Gladiator cabinets. On the wall, two garden hoses and a weed wacker hang on Gladiator hooks. A garage with a Gladiator storage unit with the door opened. Next to it is a Gladiator workbench. Above the workbench are two Gladiator cabinets. On the wall, two garden hoses and a weed wacker hang on Gladiator hooks.