Chrome Shelving Buyers Guide

What is chrome wire shelving?

Chrome Wire Shelving

Chrome wire shelving is a popular and versatile modular storage solution. Shelves and uprights are made from chrome finish metal that looks great and is highly durable. These shelves are easy to assemble and can be taken apart and reconfigured as required. A stylish modern appearance combined with a practical design and high weight capacity make chrome wire shelves suitable for a wide range of applications, from retail to store rooms to at home.

Benefits of this type of shelving

  • Adaptable and flexible – The modular design of chrome wire shelving lets you tailor the layout and spacing of your shelves to your requirements.
  • Minimalist appearance – Chrome wire shelving has a sleek contemporary style that is equally suitable for retail spaces, kitchens, warehouses, and at home.
  • Simple assembly/disassembly – These shelving units are very quick and easy to set up and take down, with no tools needed.
  • Ideal for events – The ability to quickly put up and then take these chrome wire shelves makes them a popular choice for promotional events and other temporary applications where portability is required.
  • Easy to clean – A resilient non-corroding chrome finish makes these shelves easy to clean, while the durable wire structure does not collect dust.
  • Improved visibility – The airy wire structure of these shelves makes it easy to see the products and other items being stored.
  • Strong and hard-wearing – With a high weight capacity and robust metal structure, chrome wire shelves can withstand use in a range of demanding environments.

Where can chrome wire shelving be used?

Combining a tough high-capacity construction with a sleek modern look, chrome wire shelves offer a flexible storage solution. Some common uses include:

  • Retail display - The simple and elegant chrome design of these shelves helps emphasise your products. They are ideal for use in food shops, boutiques, cafes, showrooms, home stores, delicatessens, and more.
  • Storerooms and warehouses - A high weight capacity and simple maintenance make chrome wire shelving a common sight in stock rooms, post rooms, warehouses, store cupboards, etc.
  • Promotional and marketing events - Portable and easy to assemble, these shelves are perfect for displaying promotional materials at events such as trade shows, exhibitions, conferences, product launches, and more.
  • Hospitality - Hygienic and hardwearing, chrome wire shelves are often used in commercial kitchens, restaurants, hotels, and back of house areas.
  • Home use - These stylish and flexible shelves are a great way to add additional storage to bedrooms, garages, garden sheds, lounges, porches, and store cupboards.
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Chrome shelving sizes

There is a wide range of upright and shelf dimensions to choose from, with the ability to mix and match components to suit a particular location.

The metal uprights come in four heights: 760, 1625, 1820, and 2130mm. It is possible to set shelves at 25 mm intervals on the uprights to suit the items that will be stored.

The wire shelves are available in nine widths of 460mm, 610mm, 760mm, 915mm, 1070mm, 1220mm, 1370mm, 1520mm, and 1820mm. With four depths of 305mm, 355mm, 460mm, and 610mm, these shelves can hold a wide range of goods and products.

Weight capacity

One of the main advantages of this type of shelving is their large weight capacity. Depending on the particular model, each shelf can hold a maximum weight of between 150 and 300 kg uniformly distributed load (UDL). Heavy duty shelves can hold a massive 300 kg each, making them suitable for storing heavy parts and storage boxes.

Assembly guide

Chrome wire shelves are super easy to assemble and can be quickly set up by hand and without needing tools. The uprights screw together in sections. Next, the four shelf supports are clipped onto the uprights at the desired heights. The shelf can then be placed onto the clips and pressed down. The process is repeated with the number of shelves you want to include in that particular shelving unit. Levelling feet can be adjusted to stabilise the shelves for uneven floor surfaces.

Shelf markings are included every 25 mm on the uprights, which makes it easy to get your shelves level and to set the exact height you need for your application. The disassembly process is simply the reverse of setting up the shelves. Once taken apart, chrome wire shelves can be laid flat for efficient storage and transportation.

Cleaning and maintenance

The smooth chrome service of these shelves is non-corroding and durable. Shelves can be cleaned by simply wiping clean with a damp cloth. The wire structure of these shelving units does not collect dust like some alternatives, making for a low-maintenance and hassle-free storage solution.

Accessories and expanding your storage system

Chrome Wire Shelving Wheels

One of the principal benefits of chrome wire shelving is the ability to add to and expand your setup as and when required. A fully modular storage system, it is possible to buy a full range of individual parts for your shelves. We can supply a wide range of different length uprights, as well as different lengths and widths of shelves.

Other accessories include wheels to turn any shelving unit into a moveable storage unit, which can be ideal for flexible retail spaces and for holding equipment in medical contexts. We also have a 3 tier chrome wire trolley that is ideal for use as an equipment trolley for facilities maintenance, tradesmen, and salons.

Why choose Discount Displays for your shelving?

Reliable quality

We have been supplying UK companies with top quality display tools and other products for over 35 years. We have used our extensive experience to source the best performing and most reliable products for our customers.

Extended warranties

Depending on the model, our chrome wire shelves come with a 3- or 5-year manufacturers warranty. These are professional-quality shelving units, unlike some inferior versions on the market.

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Fast deliveries

With a large UK warehouse, we can offer fast deliveries on our range of chrome wire shelving. We can deliver your shelving in 3–5 working days.

Personalised service

Our expert team of UK-based advisors can help you find the right storage solution to meet your requirements. We also offer very best after sales support and technical assistance to all our customers.

Price match promise

We promise to beat the price of any other supplier for the same products.

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