Aussie green grocer wanting to build proper US-style wet walls — what are you guys using for dividers/backers + stacking tips?
I run a greengrocer in Australia and I’m trying to emulate the really polished wet wall produce displays you see in US supermarkets (Whole Foods, Wegmans, Sprouts etc).
I’m specifically trying to understand the hardware/setup side of it:
What are you using for dividers between products?
What are the backers made from? Corflute? PVC? Acrylic? Stainless?
Are the shelves flat, stepped, or tilted?
Any preferred brands/systems?
How are you stopping product slippage while still keeping the display looking clean?
I’m also keen for operational advice:
Best stacking practices for leafy greens/herbs/broccoli etc
Misting frequency and humidity control
Drainage setup
Product depth vs presentation depth
FIFO tricks on wet walls
Cleaning/sanitation lessons learned
Lighting recommendations
Biggest mistakes people make when first setting these up
Photos/examples of your setups would be hugely appreciated too.
For context, most Australian wet walls I’ve seen are pretty basic compared to the US ones, so I’m trying to understand the details that make the American displays look so abundant and premium without destroying shrink.
Thanks.