Spill proof shelf assembly method and structure

A method for assembling a shelf assembly, said method comprises:

• providing a shelf including at least one forward tab and at least one rear tab extending outwardly from said shelf;
• providing at least one side support configured to support said shelf, including at least one side support clearance sized to receive said forward tab, at least one gusset extending inwardly from each said side supports, and at least one support member configured to rigidly connect said side supports;
• and
• slidably coupling the shelf to the side supports.

A slide-out shelf assembly comprising:

• a shelf comprising a first side, a forward tab laterally extending a first distance from said first side, and a rear tab laterally extending a second distance from said first side, said second distance less than said first distance;
• and
• a first shelf side support comprising a laterally projecting ledge for sliding engagement with said shelf first side, said projecting ledge comprising:
• a rear portion having a first width sufficient to retain said rear tab;
• and
• a forward portion having a second width less than said first width and providing a clearance for said rear tab and further providing a clearance for said forward tab, said clearance having third width providing a clearance for said forward tab.