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Wall Shelves

A wall shelf unit combines storage with room to display. It keeps your floor clear and at the same time gives you a place for books, decoration or plants. At Mokana Meubelen in Enschede you will find wall shelf units and wall shelves in solid wood and metal, from warm mango wood models to sleek units with wooden shelves on a metal frame.

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What is a wall shelf unit and which materials are there

A wall shelf unit is an open shelf or rack that you fix to the wall. It is as functional as it is decorative: you store things on it and put beautiful objects on show at the same time. The materials determine the mood. Mango and reclaimed teak give a warm, natural look, oak is more timeless, and metal with wooden shelves suits a sleeker or industrial interior. Choose a material that ties in with your interior style.

Depth and what you use it for

The right depth depends on what you want to put on it. For books, count on 25 to 30 cm; for decoration, 15 to 20 cm is usually enough; and for plants, allow 25 to 35 cm. In the hallway a shallower shelf also works well as a fixed spot for keys and post. Generally speaking, wall shelf units are between 15 and 30 cm deep.

Fixing and load capacity

How much a wall shelf unit can carry depends mainly on the fixings and the type of wall. On a plasterboard wall with cavity fixings, stay safely around 10 kg per unit; on a concrete wall you can go towards 25 kg. If you want to put books on it, deliberately choose a sturdy fixing, because books add up in weight quickly. If in doubt, loading it more lightly is always the wiser option.

At what height do you hang a wall shelf unit

The height depends on the function. For decoration you would usually hang a unit at 150 to 180 cm, so it comes into its own at eye level. For books you reach for regularly, 100 to 150 cm is more convenient because you can get to them easily. If you combine several units, varying the heights gives a lively wall.

Why buy a wall shelf unit at Mokana

In our furniture store at Hogelandsingel 49 in Enschede you can see and feel the wood types and finishes in person before you choose. Many models can also be ordered made to measure, in various sizes and wood types, with a delivery time of generally 8 to 12 weeks. Mokana delivers throughout the Netherlands, Belgium and Germany, and paying in instalments is possible.

What else goes well with a wall shelf unit

A wall shelf unit works nicely alongside other wall decor and small furniture. Think of a set of wall shelves at different heights, additional home decor for the shelves themselves, or a sideboard or cabinet underneath for the things you would rather keep out of sight. That way you build a complete, polished wall.

Frequently asked questions

How deep should a wall shelf unit be?

That depends on the use: for books 25 to 30 cm, for decoration 15 to 20 cm and for plants 25 to 35 cm.

How much weight can a wall shelf unit carry?

Around 10 to 25 kg per unit, depending on the fixings. On a plasterboard wall with cavity fixings, count on roughly 10 kg; on a concrete wall, towards 25 kg.

At what height should I hang a wall shelf unit?

That depends on the function. For decoration 150 to 180 cm, for books you reach for often more like 100 to 150 cm.

Which materials are the wall shelf units available in?

In mango, reclaimed teak, oak or metal with wooden shelves. Choose the material that best suits your interior style.

Can I have a wall shelf unit made to measure?

Yes, in all sizes and wood types. Count on a delivery time of roughly 8 to 12 weeks.

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