Business Details
Custom Floating Shelves & Bespoke Storage Solutions in Broadstairs
Shelving is a small, innovative Kent-based business specialising in custom floating shelves, alcove shelves, and built-in cupboards. We utilise hidden bracket systems to create strong, aesthetically clean storage solutions tailored to individual spaces. Our products include hollow core box shelves, picture shelves with front lips, and single/double-height alcove cupboards with traditional butt-hinged doors. Featured in Homes & Gardens, 4 Homes Magazine, and The Saturday Times Magazine, we combine craftsmanship with modern design. Our shelves are crafted from softwood, MDF, and veneered MDF, available unfinished, primed, or painted in bespoke finishes. We provide technical expertise for installations on plasterboard or masonry walls, ensuring seamless integration into spaces like narrow rooms or above doorways.Our Readymade shelves offer flexibility for trimming to fit alcoves, while our cantilevered wall shelves support heavy loads without bending. We prioritise customer collaboration, requiring detailed measurements for bespoke quotes to ensure precise fitting. Our finishes include Farrow & Ball/Dulux colour-matched eggshell paints and real wood veneers with wax/oil finishes. With a focus on durability and aesthetics, we serve both residential and commercial clients seeking tailored storage solutions.
Services
Floating Shelves
Alcove Shelves
Wall Shelves
Cupboards
Bespoke Shelving
Highlights and features
- We offer 20+ years of experience in bespoke shelving design.
- Our shelves are featured in Homes & Gardens and The Times Magazine.
- We use patented cantilever bracket systems for superior load-bearing capacity.
- We provide free technical consultations for plasterboard and masonry walls.
- Our finishes include Farrow & Ball/Dulux colour-matched paints and real wood veneers.
Services
Floating Shelves
Our floating shelves use hidden brackets for a clean, integrated look. They support heavy loads like books without bending. Ideal for display or functional storage in homes and offices.
Alcove Shelves
Tailored alcove shelves fit spaces around chimney breasts or doorways. Made to measure with adjustable depths and finishes, ensuring seamless integration into existing architecture.
Wall Shelves
Wall shelves use cantilever brackets for strength. Available in custom lengths and depths up to 500mm, suitable for masonry or wood stud walls with proper support.
Cupboards
Built-in alcove cupboards feature hardwood panelled doors with butt hinges. Standard or double-height options provide storage while maintaining access to sockets and fittings.
Bespoke Shelving
Bespoke shelving solutions tailored to unique spaces. Includes technical support for measurements, material selection, and installation planning for optimal functionality and aesthetics.
Questions
What materials do you use for your shelves?
We use softwood, MDF, and veneered MDF with options for bespoke painted or varnished finishes.
Can shelves be installed on plasterboard walls?
Yes, we supply red wall plugs for plasterboard installations, though solid masonry is recommended for heavy loads.
Do you offer custom sizing for alcove shelves?
Yes, we create shelves to fit specific alcove dimensions, including projecting or corner designs.
What finishes are available?
Options include primed, painted (Farrow & Ball/Dulux matched), or veneered with oak/walnut.
How do I request a quote for bespoke shelves?
Email us with detailed measurements and requirements using the form on our website.
