I've got both the metal (homebase) and the plastic ones (aldi and argos versions) and I actually prefer the plastic ones for most things. They are easier to put up, lighter and still very strong. Plastic also never rusts of course but won't do as well in direct sunlight.
The metal ones are shockingly weak considering they are made from metal but they probably can hold more.
The key thing is that if you want to load these up to the limit you need to put the things on gently and distribute the weight on evenly. If you clonk a 25kg toolbox onto the bottom shelf then the force is going to be wayyy higher than 25kg for a second and it may crack. If you place it gently, it won't.
Absolutely love these and have them in the garage and spare room. 4 in total. Not the most elegant but excellent value.
664737 to naza911
28 Dec 16#7
No it wouldn't.
fr3dy77_sp33d
23 Dec 162#3
bought these kind of plastic shelving and dissapointed with the quality then eventually settled with galvanised steel shelving from eBay, cost around £20 each (even less if you win the bid on the right time)
ashraf86uk
23 Dec 162#2
I bought this 2 years ago, put no where near 30kg and it's bent
snappyfish to ashraf86uk
27 Dec 16#6
didn't know these shelves swing that way.
Gazfaz
23 Dec 162#1
'Heavy duty' and 'Plastic' are a contradiction in terms. :smiley:
Opening post
Holds up to 30kg per shelf, evenly distributed
Easy self-assembly - no tools required
Ideal for garage and workshop use
Height: 1700 mm
2.2% quidco
- thevman2k3
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http://www.diy.com/departments/4-shelf-metal-shelving-unit/1361504_BQ.prd
The metal ones are shockingly weak considering they are made from metal but they probably can hold more.
The key thing is that if you want to load these up to the limit you need to put the things on gently and distribute the weight on evenly. If you clonk a 25kg toolbox onto the bottom shelf then the force is going to be wayyy higher than 25kg for a second and it may crack. If you place it gently, it won't.
Absolutely love these and have them in the garage and spare room. 4 in total. Not the most elegant but excellent value.