“I was inspired by classic industrial furniture typically used in workshops during the 50’s, as well as Meccano, to create the design,“ Lina says. “The idea was to create these beautiful storage units that have double the weight carrying capacity of any other shelves we were making at the time.” Engineer Philip Nedergaard made sure that the design held true to the heavy-duty ambition. “We built some of what we call ‘worst-case scenarios’ by loading the shelves high with concrete bags to really test that the shelves could safely hold almost anything you would want to keep in a garage,“ he says.
Product features
10 year guarantee
Heavy-duty, our way – a sturdy storage system that withstands moisture, dirt and heavy loads. Also easy to assemble, complete as needed and fits everywhere thanks to its clean design.
Article Number903.401.99
Product details
10 year guarantee. Read about the terms in the guarantee brochure.
The cabinet fits in BROR storage system, but you can also use it freestanding.
Can be used anywhere in the home ‒ in the garage, bathroom, kitchen and pantry ‒ since it withstands moisture, dirt and heavy loads.
Designer
IKEA of Sweden
Good to know
Only for indoor use.
Materials and care
Material
- Top panel/ Side panel/ Door/ Bottom panel/ Frame:
- Galvanized steel, Epoxy/polyester powder coating
- Back panel/ Shelf:
- Steel, Epoxy/polyester powder coating
Care
Wipe clean with a soft cloth dampened in water and a mild washing-up detergent or soap, if necessary.
Safety and compliance
Must be anchored to the wall. Different wall materials require different types of fixing devices. Use fixing devices suitable for the walls in your home, sold separately.This storage has been tested for public use and meet the requirements following standard: EN 16121.
Assembly and documents
Assembly instructions
BROR Cabinet with 2 doors903.401.99Measurements
- Width: 76 cm
- Depth: 40 cm
- Height: 66 cm
- Max. load/shelf: 25 kg
Packaging
BROR
Article Number903.401.99- Width: 41 cm
- Height: 15 cm
- Length: 78 cm
- Weight: 18.05 kg
- Package(s): 1
Reviews
Well built CherylExactly as described, very sturdy. Perfect cupboard to stand our Weber Baby Q on.
Nice solid practical garage cupboardMarkThe dimensions of this cabinet perfectly matched my needs, which was the main reason for buying, plus I'd previously bought one other Ikea cupboard, albeit a plastic one, and the experience had been positive.
One thing I've learnt from reviews is that you can't please everyone, no matter how good a product is! This cabinet may not be perfect, and I'm a fussy buyer, but it is solid and practical and more than serves its purpose as a unititarian storage solution for my garage, so any concerns I'd had from the few less than stellar reviews I read before buying l were unfounded. Assembly was straightforward, the packaged contents in absolutely flawless condition, and the components robust and strong. My only real gripe is that pins were used in lieu of real door hinges, with doors kept closed by small magnets at the top and bottom of each door. With assembly variations, the magnets don't always meet together, so l would have preferred a better solution, but I'd still buy this unit again.
CabinetsSamIssues with shelving disappointed
Outdoor cupboardDawnGood for money but would be better if it had wheels
Great product & easy to assembleTracyGreat product & easy to assemble as long as you follow the instructions
Easy to put together, solidReneeGreat addition to the bror storage shelves, no more difficult to construct than anything else ikea do (don’t know what the 1 star reviewer was on about, obviously they’ve never been to ikea before), just wish they came in a few size options
Disappointed!!SoniaI don’t know how IKEA can sell furniture with no written instructions. The product came with only drawings, which were not very clear. Advertised in store as overhead cabinet, but very heavy and did not come with hanging hardware. Returned the product next day.
Customer reviews
3.6Average rating
69Reviews
Story
The strongest storage we’ve made so far
Does your garage sometimes feel like a lost civilization? Pyramids of paint cans grouped around the car, sports equipment you can’t remember even using and forgotten hobbies in boxes stacked high. IKEA product developer Lina Ringefelt wanted to help out. The outcome: the heavy-duty BROR storage system.
Lina and her team researched peoples’ garage needs and found that there’s an interest in everything from full-on hobby rooms, to a place to pot plants and work on cars, as well as storage for everything from heavy power tools to seasonal equipment. Many people also want lockable, closed and open storage that could hold very heavy loads.
Creating very strong storage
Combining good looks and practicality
The result is an adjustable series of shelving units with closed and open storage, including a trolley that serves as a movable shelf and workstation. But perhaps the series biggest calling card is its combination of looks and function. BROR could definitely be used in the home too.
Material
What is steel?
Steel has unique characteristics when it is stretched and shaped since it remains strong. It provides strength to everything from skyscrapers and cars to bed frames and outdoor furniture. The steel industry is moving in the direction of more energy-efficient production and stronger steel qualities. It doesn’t lose any of its properties when recycled and today steel is one of the most recycled materials in the world.
Quality
A real tough one
BROR storage system can withstand a lot. The widest and deepest shelves actually hold 130 kg and the smallest shelves can hold 70 kg. This means that you can store both tyres and heavy flower pots without problems. We know this since we tested the storage system by filling the shelves with concrete bags – all to ensure that they can safely hold almost anything you can imagine storing. Regardless if the surroundings are tropically moist or dry and freezing cold.