Since IVAR storage system is so good at what it does, it has faithfully served customers’ needs across the home for over 50 years. Attics, living rooms, pantries and bedrooms – they all love IVAR.
Article Number703.181.61
Product details
Untreated solid pine is a durable natural material that can be painted, oiled or stained according to preference.
You can use the extra shelves to make room for more stuff when your storage needs change.
Solid pine is a natural material which ages beautifully and gains its own unique character over time.
Designer
IKEA of Sweden
Measurements
- Width: 42 cm (16 1/2 ")
- Depth: 50 cm (19 5/8 ")
- Thickness: 1.8 cm (3/4 ")
- Max. load: 30 kg (66 lb)
Ratings and reviews
Ivar continues strongMaryWe have had IVAR combinations since the 1980s and starting our family in our first house. We have loved the quality and versatility ever since then.
IVAR ShelvesBrendaGreat shelves for additional storage in my basement. Very easy to build. Make sure that you have all of the shelf pegs before leaving the store, they are in the metal edge of the shelves.
Additional to an existing unit.DebWe have a 30 year old existing unit and wanted to add shelf space, the new pieces fit perfectly.
Latest design flaw! 1 in 5 shelf, the metal bracket detaches from the woodAndyThe most recent design iteration presents a significant flaw. If one needs to detach the shelf from the frame, the bracket may separate from the wood. This is because the bracket is affixed to the wood with several small teeth, which may not be strong enough to resist the force of unsnapping.
It okay if you never have to change positions of the shelves, but that defeats the purpose of buying a modular shelf.
I've been buying IVAR shelves for over 25 years, and this iteration is the worst.
Ivar shelvingLouisemy favourite shelving for all purposes. It is versatile and efficient.
Quality went down, a lotAnonymous reviewer1) The metal bracket system isn't as reliable as the older system. You have to apply more pressure to remove the shelves and are more likely to damage them while doing so.
2) The quality of the wood went down a fair bit, it is essentially framing (construction) quality lumber that's laminated. The picture is a lie. I have old shelves too to compare them with and there is about 10-20 times more knots in the newer stuff, and there is often the pith and other pronounced defects included.
If you seal them and paint them first it might be ok.
Convenient yes, but 4+ stars is a stretch.
BE CAREFUL when repositioningLoriLove the versatility of IVAR but definitely preferred the older shelves that didn't click in. They became more difficult to reposition. Just recently I had to reposition multiple shelves and I had at least 2-3 shelves lose their metal strips. I had to try to fit them back on to the wood so I'm hoping they will still hold up. (Not worth the effort to exchange since new ones will do the same thing). So just a heads up
when removing shelves. Also the pegs are not that easy to remove without damaging/squishing the wood. Again I just want to say I love this shelving unit and over the years we have collected a lot. The older wood has darkened with age. I personally preferred the older shelves that just sat on the pegs. (we're talking a few decades ago LOL)
Used to be a fantastic item - now it's garbage AnonymousThis used to be a great item, and now Ikea is going cheap and 3 of my shelves came broken. IKEA must know what has happened to the quality and people's complains about it - I can only assumed that they're choosing to make terrible products and doesn't care about customers
Ivar ShelvesLisaGood sturdy shelving system.
More shelves CarolynNeeded to add to the shelving unit that we already had
Quality Anonymous reviewerThe shelf could have been more straight and flat, also the finishing could have been sanded smoother since it's mainly produced by machines.
It shelves incredibly wellScottIts a shelf, not sure if I've ever seen another shelf quite like it, magnificent shelf, simply the best rectangle. I'm not sure if it's a better rectangle than it is a shelf, its really exceptional at both.
New Hardware is TerribleJaniceThe brackets on the shelves break easily. I’ve been getting Ivar shelving for decades. Use the brackets that used to be on them. I’ve wasted a lot of money on the new ones because the shelves are broken.
Great price pointJuneWood shelf, nicely sanded and gives options to the ivar shelf unit.
I love these shelvesCelesteI have IVAR in both widths in multiple rooms. They are easy to install, easy to rearrange, easy to move. The natural wood is lovely and durable (But soft, so careful of dents)
Good ValueMartinThis is the second time we have purchased this product. It is good value for the money and works well in our craft spaces
Owned the shelving unit forJosephOwned the shelving unit for 20 years and needed more shelves for new purpose. These fit in great, just need to be coated.
Was able to create aAlWas able to create a simple and very effective storage area, especially combined with the doors.
The shelf I settled onMaryThe shelf I settled on was perfect and installed easily. However, the first shelf I selected did not work because the end piece was not aligned properly.
Matching shelves decades laterMarySo impressed, surprised and delighted that I could get extra Ivar shelves to expand our wall units that have been with us for 30+ years!
Customer reviews
4.4Average rating
1332Reviews
Material
What is solid wood?
Solid wood is one of our favourite materials and is part of our Scandinavian heritage. It is also a timeless material with many uses. Regardless of the wood species, it is durable, beautiful and renewable. We strive to use this raw material as smartly and efficiently as possible to avoid waste – and we also invest in facilities and logistics so that we can increase the use of recycled wood.