“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 Work bench, black/pine plywood, 110x55 cm
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BROR
303.332.86Heavy-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.
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- Suitable for business
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A sturdy work bench that fits just as well in the garage as in the kitchen or living room.
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IKEA of Sweden
Reviews
Great benches. We’re in a long term relationship now.Anonymous reviewerThese benches are absolute tanks. They’ve survived 2 years in my silversmithing workshop, daily use, and the occasional enthusiastic learning experience during my public classes. They weren’t too bad to assemble but I had enough space to roll them around like oversized flat-pack rotisserie chickens while inserting the screws.
Yes, the classic IKEA screws. Every single bench (I have four, because apparently I enjoy commitment) ended up with at least one stripped screw and that’s with me assembling them gently, by hand, with the little key provided. On the two that escaped unscathed during assembly, I heroically stripped the screws this week trying to dismantle them for my studio move.
So here we are four fantastic benches, built like fortresses… now apparently permanent fixtures in my life.
Garden benchAnonymous reviewerEasy to put together, use for potting up plants
Excellent work bench but assembly is tortureAnonymous reviewerThe work bench is super sturdy and even a bit stylish, I love it.
But I really wish Ikea would reconsider the assembly process for this item especially if putting it together by oneself. It helps to have something to prop up the table legs while you assemble.
I think the designer(s) either lack common sense or want to torture people. They should watch customers struggle with it! It's not easy to hold together the hardware and legs at the same time, and also not easy to align them. Super painful to try to see if all parts align at any angle.
Very goodAnonymous reviewerGreat product. The option to add a drawer or two would be really handy.
Love these workbenchesAnonymous reviewerI bought four of these to use in my stained glass studio. I'm a single woman, but actually didn't find them that hard to put together, despite other users' experiences. I LOVE them! they are very sturdy, but wonderfully utilitarian. Only complaint is that the tops are made out of pretty soft and unsealed wood. I sealed the wood tops to make them water and grease proof - which I do recommend for making them more durable and longer lasting. Overall very happy with this purchase, and I think they work great as both storage and worktop spaces.
Love these workbenchesAnonymous reviewerI bought four of these to use in my stained glass studio. I'm a single woman, but actually didn't find them that hard to put together, despite other users' experiences. I LOVE them! they are very sturdy, but wonderfully utilitarian. Only complaint is that the tops are made out of pretty soft and unsealed wood. I sealed the wood tops to make them water and grease proof - which I do recommend for making them more durable and longer lasting. Overall very happy with this purchase, and I think they work great as both storage and worktop spaces.
Love these workbenchesAnonymous reviewerI bought four of these to use in my stained glass studio. I'm a single woman, but actually didn't find them that hard to put together, despite other users' experiences. I LOVE them! they are very sturdy, but wonderfully utilitarian. Only complaint is that the tops are made out of pretty soft and unsealed wood. I sealed the wood tops to make them water and grease proof - which I do recommend for making them more durable and longer lasting. Overall very happy with this purchase, and I think they work great as both storage and worktop spaces.
Love these workbenchesAnonymous reviewerI bought four of these to use in my stained glass studio. I'm a single woman, but actually didn't find them that hard to put together, despite other users' experiences. I LOVE them! they are very sturdy, but wonderfully utilitarian. Only complaint is that the tops are made out of pretty soft and unsealed wood. I sealed the wood tops to make them water and grease proof - which I do recommend for making them more durable and longer lasting. Overall very happy with this purchase, and I think they work great as both storage and worktop spaces.
Love these workbenchesAnonymous reviewerI bought four of these to use in my stained glass studio. I'm a single woman, but actually didn't find them that hard to put together, despite other users' experiences. I LOVE them! they are very sturdy, but wonderfully utilitarian. Only complaint is that the tops are made out of pretty soft and unsealed wood. I sealed the wood tops to make them water and grease proof - which I do recommend for making them more durable and longer lasting. Overall very happy with this purchase, and I think they work great as both storage and worktop spaces.
Great unit for our kitchenAnonymous reviewerPut together with my 7 year old daughter. Really straightforward and looks impressive in the kitchen
Really bad to put together,Anonymous reviewerReally bad to put together, u really needed 3 people holding it.
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4.6Average rating
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4.6Average rating
222Reviews
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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.