In medium to large supermarkets and retail stores, selecting the right combination of single-sided, double-sided, and end-cap shelving is critical for optimizing product visibility, store traffic flow, and space utilization. Each shelving type has distinct features and recommended placement strategies depending on store layout and display goals.

Here’s how each type performs and where it works best:

1. Single-Sided Shelving

   • Best for: Along walls, near coolers, or next to pillars;

   • Advantages: Space-saving, wall-mounted stability;

   • Ideal for: Daily goods, beverages, pharmaceuticals, small packaged items;

   • Recommended Zones: Perimeter areas, dead-end aisles, structural columns.

2. Double-Sided Shelving

   • Best for: Open floor areas and store center aisles;

   • Advantages: High-capacity dual-side display, great for high-traffic zones;

   • Ideal for: Bulk foods, personal care products, snacks, home goods;

   • Recommended Zones: Middle of store in parallel rows to support two-way customer movement and maximize exposure.

3. End-Cap Shelving

   • Best for: The ends of shelving rows (aisle heads);

   • Advantages: Eye-catching, perfect for promotions or featured items;

   • Ideal for: Flash deals, new arrivals, high-rotation SKUs;

   • Recommended Zones: At the end of double-sided shelves, often combined with signage or POP displays to drive attention and impulse buys.

Recommended Layout Strategy

• Use double-sided shelves as the backbone of central areas;

• Position single-sided shelves along walls and tight spots;

• Deploy end-cap units strategically for promotions and visual breaks;

• Maintain clear aisles (minimum 1.2–1.5 meters) for comfortable navigation;

• Combine shelving types with customer flow logic to increase dwell time and maximize purchase potential.

A well-balanced shelving layout using all three types ensures better space optimization, enhanced product exposure, and improved shopping experience in larger retail formats.