Don't just use filler--a pullout broom closet like your wife suggests would be a nice thing to have. Orrrrr, probably cheaper, shape the pantry (I assume it's just framed drywall?) to kick in and be the spacer.

Thanks.. I will talk to them about a broom closet. We cannot move the pantry wall because it extends up to the 2nd floor as the support for that floor. Easier to make a broom closet ;)

Thanks!

Russ

Definitely go with the broom closet! Excellent advice from your wife! :-)

You could also go with a 6" filler pullout, but if you don't have a place for your broom, etc., I think the broom closet is the best choice.

Rev-A-Shelf's Tall Filler Pullouts:

• http://www.rev-a-shelf.com/rev-pages/product-listing.aspx?CategoryFilterID=60&SubcategoryFilterID=62

(I'm sure other manufacturers have them as well.)

Also, see this thread:

4'' Broom Closet from Ikeafans:

• http://ths.gardenweb.com/discussions/2467902/4-broom-closet-from-ikeafans

(Scroll down to the bottom; the links & pictures at the top were lost when IkeaFans was shut down.)