“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.
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 Number403.332.81
Product details
A sturdy work bench that fits just as well in the garage as in the kitchen or living room.
Designer
IKEA of Sweden
Good to know
Only for indoor use.
Materials and care
Material
- Basematerial:
- Steel, Epoxy/polyester powder coating
- Table top:
- Pine plywood
Care
For maximum quality, re-tighten the screws when necessary.
The untreated wood becomes more durable and easier to clean if you oil or wax the surface.
Metal
Wipe clean with a soft cloth dampened in water and a mild washing-up detergent or soap, if necessary.
Wipe dry with a clean cloth.
Wood
Wipe clean with a dry cloth.
Stains can be removed by using an eraser or fine sandpaper.
Can be treated with oil, wax, lacquer or glazing paint for higher resistance and easy care.
Safety and compliance
This storage has been tested for public use and meet the requirements following standard: EN 16121.
Assembly and documents
Assembly instructions
BROR Work bench403.332.81Measurements
- Length: 110 cm
- Width: 55 cm
- Height: 88 cm
- Max. load: 60 kg
Packaging
BROR
Article Number403.332.81- Width: 56 cm
- Height: 17 cm
- Length: 111 cm
- Weight: 24.50 kg
- Package(s): 1
Reviews
Great size for home workshopLindaVery easy to put together and very study
Poor QACraigWhile super simple to assemble, the plywood had a harge 5cm x 5cm "shopping tag" like bit of ply missing from the top. Totally ruins the look of the item.
A bit of care and QA from Ikea during packing would have seen this.
Great solution for coffee preparationRussellI was looking for a stable base to put an espresso machine and grinder on. This is it. Solid and easy to put together - I used book towers to support the second and third trays when assembling the bench - I’m very happy with this purchase.
OkRickOk
Very happy with this productLeeanneVery easy to build and looks great in our shed.
The perfect work bench!RudyThe work bench I was looking for, a bit tricky to assemble but when done perfect!
SturdyAndrewLove this in the kitchen. Stained the benchtop and it looks great. Super sturdy and solid. Recommend!
Easy to put together andNickEasy to put together and sturdy. I've got three of these in my outdoor area. Small addition was varnishing the tops for weatherproofing.
BRORStevenvery sturdy and easily assembled
:-)Ann:-)
Used as bench in ButlersLaineUsed as bench in Butlers Pantry. Works perfectly.
Great tableGeorgiaI have actually used this for our outdoor area and laquered the plywood. Delivery was super quick, item looks exactly how it’s pictured and was very easy to put together.
Good productKerryGood product
Great for my Weber Q2200EmmaI bought this work bench to use as BBQ stand for my Weber Q2200, it works great. Also if you construct as in the picture, the bottom shelf will fit a 4kg gas bottle nicely. Or put the shelf on the ground/bottom holes and it will fit a 9kg gas bottle. I personally gave the work bench a stain before using, just to make it water resistant. If you look at a similar product from bunnings, this work bench timber top is a sturdier construction than bunnings. It's a great product for the price, extremely versatile.
GreatMylieshaBought it for home . Love using it
Perfect size and heightKimBest unit ever for my office
FilSturdy and simple. Make sure you seal the wood top before construction.
Just the look I wanted with the shelvesBelindaI bought this for my new Butlers Pantry so I would have a rustic look.... and it is better than what I thought !! Thanks you IKEA :)
Is the best in my kitchen!!!DimitraI love it!!!!! You must buy it , it is a perfect island table in the kitchen!!!!
Perfect !AnonymousI was looking around for a table to help with artwork/photo studio bench. Finding something with both suitable height with shelving was proving hard. But found this and it is perfect. Perfect height. The shelf level is adjustable during assembly.
Customer reviews
4.7Average rating
214Reviews
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.