To shield our balconies from weather, wind and exhaust fumes, it usually isn’t enough with the protection from the neighbour above. That’s why the team decided to create a cover for HYLLIS. They made it transparent and added ventilation holes. It makes it possible to use the cover and the shelf as a greenhouse.
HYLLIS Shelving unit with cover, transparent, 60x27x74 cm
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692.859.39With HYLLIS cover you can transform the open HYLLIS shelving unit into an enclosed storage solution. Perfect if you want to protect your things from dust or have a small greenhouse indoors or outdoors.
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This storage unit is perfect for plant pots and plants ⎼ and can easily be transformed into a greenhouse if you complete with HYLLIS cover.
Can be used both indoors and outdoors, and is just as suitable on the balcony as in the kitchen, hallway or bathroom.
With HYLLIS cover you protect your things from rain and dust, sold separately.
The cover is easy to put on and remove.
This product is made up of more than one component. You can find the details of these components below.
Reviews
Use as a zippy greenhouseAnonymous reviewerIts a great zippy greenhouse, I have stored my seedlings in mine. I put a bag of pear on bottom shelf and its never blown away as frame is sturdy steel. The cover is a hard plastic that fits securely so doesn't move. Has a zip opening. None of the shelves have gone rusty. I have had mine 6 years now. Best buy!
Sturdy shelving, easy to assembleAnonymous reviewerI am a great fan of the Hyllis shelves. They always come together like little miracles when you assemble them, look elegant and lean but are very solid and sturdy.
I did manage to tear one of the holes at the back of the cover, where the wall fastening is supposed to go when slipping it on, as it was a bit of a snug fit, but I would still highly recommend the covers, if you're using the shelving outdoors. Just be gentle with them!
oKAnonymous reviewerSturdy shelves and cover seems strong. There are fastenings so that you can secure the shelves to something. Could do to be deeper, as you can only get one seed tray on each shelf
Fit for purpose, flap could do with velcroAnonymous reviewerI use it as a cold frame, works great. I like the spacing between the shelves, because it allows the sun to reach in far enough.
When the flap is opened, it doesn't have a velcro bit to attach it on the side to avoid it flapping in the wind. Should be an easy fix for Ikea, I would think. I made a makeshift solution with a rope that wraps around.
The shelves do get quite warm in the direct sunlight.
Assembly was doable. With 2 sets of hands, we followed the instructions. The order of putting the screws in (one side of the beam for each beam, then the other side of the same beam) mattered for us and it was pretty much frustration free. I also have the 'half' Hyllis and it works well too, although the spacing between the shelves doesn't seem to be as high and creates a bit more shade in the back.
Top shelvingAnonymous reviewerGreat for keeping shelves dust free with a cover
Great mini zippy greenhouseAnonymous reviewerIve had mine 3 years and its going strong. I leave peat on the bottom shelf and plants on all the others. Through windy winters etc, its never moved or fallen. A great buy
Metal shelving: it worksAnonymous reviewerMetal shelving: it works in the back room
Great solid shelving unitAnonymous reviewerReally solid when built. Only bit I had trouble with was keeping the 'feet' on. But the unit is perfect for my needs.
GreatAnonymous reviewerGreat value, easy to assemble. Does the job!
Great product.Anonymous reviewerI got this one with the tall unit. Has the same quality of workmanship. The galvanised finish is good. A lot better than a lot of things I have bought with a galvanised finish. Should be fine left out over the winter.
Great product.Anonymous reviewerThe shelves are well galvanised. Will be fine in the garden over the winter.
Very easy to put together. Very sturdy.
Solid shelving unitAnonymous reviewerEasy to assemble and great it has a cover as it is going to be used outside. Being galvanised is helpful against rust.
Versatile small galv steel shelves unit Anonymous reviewerUsed mainly in the garden kitchen and hallway, so far very versatile easy to build, easy to clean, easy to move around to where you need to use it, handy it's got a plastic cover, I've mostly used the cover when it's outside
Outdoor shelvesAnonymous reviewerExcellent
ShelfAnonymous reviewerExcellent
Hyllis with coverAnonymous reviewerSo far, sturdy enough and keeps the outdoor area tidy. Keeps my extra pots and watering cans and bits and pieces in one place.
GOOD BUYAnonymous reviewerPerfect shelf for my outbuildings. Thanks.
Mmmmmm!Anonymous reviewerFound it difficult to align hole’s whilst assembling. Cover fits really well.
Value for moneyAnonymous reviewerQuite cheap and works really well for half outdoor storage
OkishAnonymous reviewerWe got it for our large deck, where we built a garden. Assembly wasn't too bad.
I still keep some plants and seedlings indoors at night (11C - 13C), so this assembly I hoped to help with that, and with protecting from heavy rain the sensitive plants.
Being made of metal, during spring and summer days, if the structure catches the direct sunlight, even the 8am sun, it will heat. A lot. So best to have that in mind when you plan. However, this might actually help in November and during the winter months. Would I buy again? I'll give it a winter also before deciding.
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HYLLIS creates room for life on the balcony
Some of us live smaller than we’d like. It often means a constant hunt for more space. So why not try and use the space we have in smarter ways? This was something our product developers wanted to help out with when they created a small version of HYLLIS – a shelf that fits almost anywhere – and can be used if you want to grow your own herbs and small plants.
Philip Dilé, one of the members in the development team behind HYLLIS, live in an apartment with balcony in southern Sweden. “My balcony is filled with stuff. I’d like to use it for something other than storage, and I think many of our customers feel the same way.”
Cover from the elements
Become a balcony farmer
“I grow herbs myself. It saves money and it’s fun to see life sprout on your own balcony. I think people who live in cities should be able to grow small plants and herbs too, even if they don’t have access to a garden,” says Philip. With HYLLIS shelf and cover they can do it in a small scale and use the balcony for more things than storing – a greener life and a smarter use of space at home.
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.