“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.
BROR Shelf, black/pine plywood, 84x39 cm (33 1/8x15 3/8 ")
Price $ 25.00
How to get it
Available services
Key features
10 year limited warranty
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 Number003.431.59
Product details
10 year warranty. Read about the terms in the warranty brochure.
You can use the extra shelves to make room for more stuff when your storage needs change.
The shelf is perfect for heavy things since it can hold twice as much load (3 kg/dm2) as a standard shelf.
The shelf is perfect for heavy things since it can hold 95 kilos, which is twice as much load as a standard shelf.
Designer
IKEA of Sweden
Good to know
Recommended for indoor use only.
: Minimum number of shelves for a stable section with 190 cm high posts: 4 shelves or 2 shelves and 1 cabinet. Drawers don’t contribute to stability in the section (min. number of shelves always needed).
Minimum number of shelves for a stable section with 110 cm high posts: 3 shelves or 1 shelf and 1 cabinet. Drawers don’t contribute to stability in the section (min. number of shelves always needed).
Materials and care
Material
- Main parts:
- Pine plywood
- Side rail:
- Galvanized steel, Epoxy/polyester powder coating
Care
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.
The untreated wood becomes more durable and easier to clean if you oil or wax the surface.
Safety and compliance
This storage unit has been developed and tested for office use and meets the requirements for durability and stability set forth in the following standards: EN 14073, EN14074, ANSI/BIFMA x5.9 and ISO-7170.This storage has been tested for public use and meet the requirements following standard: EN 16121.
Measurements
- Width: 84.0 cm (33 1/8 ")
- Depth: 39.0 cm (15 3/8 ")
- Thickness: 5.0 cm (2 ")
- Max. load: 95 kg (209 lb)
Packaging
BROR
Article Number003.431.59- Width: 39 cm (15 ¼ ")
- Height: 2 cm (¾ ")
- Length: 85 cm (33 ¼ ")
- Weight: 3.15 kg (6 lb 15 oz)
- Package(s): 1
Ratings and reviews
Worst BROR product everHanaeThis came as a combination with BROR black cabinet and shelving. And it is the worst ikea item I have ever dealt with. Assembly pieces were not cut properly and didn't not fit with the BROR cabinet. I called cx service to get pieces replaced, but no one, in store or over the phone, was able to find the pieces needed because they are labeled at all. This is THE WORST ikea product. And 98% of my furniture is ikea. I do NOT recommend. too bad 0 is not available.
Easy to assemble. Light weightKingstonEasy to assemble.
Light weight for transporting and handling
Worst Ikea product I've ever boughtSeanShelves don't sit right and one corner or another is always popping out. Thin (and thinly painted) steel very easily damaged during the normal course of assembly. I've assembled dozens of Ikea products over the years and never understood the cliches/stereotypes about what a PITA it is, until now. If this was the first Ikea product I bought I would never go back.
Looks nice, but the wholeAndieLooks nice, but the whole system is so wobbly, and has to be hit pretty hard to make tight.
Is not firm enoughMariaI am using it outside and wind moves it all the time
The cross bar to holdAnnThe cross bar to hold the shelving in place does not snap into place easily and it becomes dislodged very easily. I also find if you don't treat some of the smaller and lighter bars with kid gloves, they can bend which takes away from its integrity
Easy to assemble looks goodGwenEasy to assemble looks good
Customer reviews
4.3Average rating
167Reviews
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 cart 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 285 lbs. and the smallest shelves can hold 154 lbs. This means that you can store both tires 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.