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Aroll-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 cupboardorcabinet without having to bend over.[1] They may also save space, as they can be installed closer together than fixed shelves.[2]
Patents for roll-out shelves exist at least as early as the 1800s.[3]
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]