Shelves & Shelving Units

Shelving

We are prone to gathering all sorts of treasures in our home - from precious family pictures to our child's first ever clay model (high five to those of you that have genuinely interpreted what said model represents!), candle votives to unusual houseplants - where better to show off these home accessories than on a shelf. The humble shelf has become quite a statement in recent years, earning themselves the trending "shelfie" hashtag as Instagramers take to snapping and sharing their shelf displays. Wall shelves offer the perfect spot to showcase whatever you deem worthy to occupy that coveted spot in your home and look great teamed with wall art to create a gallery wall.

Here at Cuckooland we have taken it upon ourselves to discover the best selection of wall shelves, shelving units, box shelves and ladder shelves so you are sure to find something that tickles your fancy. If you’re looking to organise your ever increasing library collection we also have some pretty cool bookcases, these free standing shelving units can also double as room dividers and offer super storage solutions for any room in your home.

Shelving FAQ’s

Got questions about shelving? We’ve racked our brains and done our research and have hopefully covered the most pressing questions below:

1. Do you sell Wall Shelves with ends?

Yes we have many designs of wall shelves including shelves with ends. These are ideal if you plan to display anything that could topple off… particularly if your spirit level isn’t quite as accurate as you’d hoped (we’re not doubting your eye, of course!|). If you’d rather go for shelves without ends, take a look at our cute bookends - ideal for keeping your books in order!

2. How do you hang Wall Shelves?

As tempting as it is to dive in and get drilling it’s important to check what could be lurking behind the wall, such as pipes or cables. There are digital detectors that will identify any hazards, or just cast your eye over the various clues - like whether there's a plug point directly below where you plan to drill. The wall fixing you need will depend whether the wall is a masonry or stud wall. A masonry wall requires a hammer action drill and screws with wall plugs, for a stud wall the screws will need to go straight into the timber framework to ensure secure fixings. Another essential piece of equipment is a spirit level - otherwise you may end up with shelves that resemble the Leaning Tower of Pisa!

3. What is the maximum weight that a Shelf can hold?

This will vary, so it’s best to check the product detail pages first as these will include the maximum weight load where possible. For heavier items you wish to store or display it may be better to choose a floor standing shelving unit, take a look at our build your own furniture and storage collections - where you can customise your very own shelving and storage system.

Require more assistance?

With such a wide range of exciting designs to choose from, you’re guaranteed to find a shelf that slips seamlessly into your décor. However if you need some guidance along the way, pick up the phone and call us on +44 (0) 1305 231231 or send us an email our shelf experts (we actually have a resident elf on a shelf) are always happy to help.