Whether you're needing to store your plates, bowls and glasses, or needing somewhere to store your books in a Victorian alcove, our shelving selection should have everything you need to add natural texture and practicality.
From Floating shelves and wooden bracket shelving, to wooden bookcases and childrens toy shelves, our range has everything you need.
Here at Shabby Bear Cottage, we are committed to creating eco friendly, high quality, sustainable handmade shelving wood shelves that bring character and warmth into your home.
Since we started our family run business over 15 years ago, Rustic wooden shelves have become extremely popular as they can be used in a variety of ways in the home. Some use them as alcove shelves, others as open kitchen shelves. They are also used as bathroom shelving, book shelves, and even breakfast coffee bars. Whatever your style, you're in safe hands with us.
Installing our floating shelves is as easy as 1, 2, 3. Take a look at our comprehensive guide here
All of our shelves are made by hand in our small family workshop.
Because we do not inherit the earth from our ancestors, we borrow it from our children.
A small family run business making shelving with lots of heart.
Floating shelves are extremely robust, especially ones made from durable materials like reclaimed wood. As a rule of thumb, each bracket will support 15 kilos.
To install a floating shelf, please follow these steps.
1. Choose the location on your wall that you would like your shelf to be, and mark the centre point with a pencil.
2. Measure the distance between the holes in the back of the shelf, divide this by 2, and then mark this measurement either side of your centre point mark on the wall.
3. Using a spirit level, join all 3 marks on the wall.
4. Check there is no wiring near to where you will be drilling.
5. Mark the spots for your drill holes.
6. Drill the holes into the wall with a masonry bit and install the wall plug.
7. Screw the floating rods into the wall, ensure they are tight and level.
8. Place the shelf holes onto the rods, and push the shelf against the wall.
For more detailed instructions, please visit our guide here.
Open kitchen shelves are extremely easy to clean, with most reporting they prefer them to cupboard storage systems. Removing the items and wiping the shelf down is generally much faster than cleaning out a cupboard, and when things are on show, clutter doesn't tend to build up as much as a hidden storage space.
Generally, it is pretty easy to install a floating shelf. Most people including those with little to no DIY skills report that they are straight forward to install.
In order to keep your shelves looking their best, it is important that you follow these steps.
1. Clean with a soft cloth, ensuring they are completely dry after you have completed cleaning.
2. Keep away from direct sources of heat and light, as this can cause wood movement.
3. Do not overload your shelves with more weight than the stated limit.
4. Use a trusted furniture wax on your shelves regularly, to ensure they are protected from spills and keep the colour looking fresh.
Typically they are made from robust and durable materials, this include solid wood or inexpensive less durable materials such as MDF.
Solid wood is the best option for shelving in the home, as not only does it bring character and warmth that cannot be replicated with cheaper materials, but it also provides stability and durability.
The floating brackets are made out of solid metal, which means they can take up to 20kg per bracket.
The shelves are then finished with a coloured wax, which can be customised (take a look at our finishes here) to suit your home and style.
Very happy with our console table. Seemed a bit of a wait as hand made to order, but well worth it. Looks perfect. Safe delivery. Would recommend.
Love my new Breakfast bar table kitchen stool set. Amazing quality, beautifully presented. A class product. Thank you.
Arrived fully Assembled very sturdy and looks amazing
I absolutely love my new bookshelf! I spent so long looking for what I wanted and regret initially hesitating because there was a wait - yet in the end it didn't matter as nothing else I found came close.
The process was straightforward and as promised there was an email 2 weeks prior to delivery and then updates on the order, right up to a call 20 minutes before the delivery with nice guys who were willing to wait until I got home from work.
The quality is excellent - I love the aesthetic as I wanted something simple, narrow and unobtrusive for my books. There are plenty of alternatives that are made of chipboard and veneer and will arrive super fast however if you want something that is stylish, very well made and reasonably priced, I would really recommend Shabby Bear Cottage!
Well made and very sturdy bookshelves!
Customer service was great - I asked if one could be reduced by 10cm to fit the space. Really pleased
This is my second order and I’m very pleased with them
High quality bespoke coffee table, solid materials and great craftmanship. Looks great in our new lounge!
My table arrived today and wow absolutely amazing we love it! ..great finish just as I requested..Special thank you to Kathy and Jess who always answered my questions great communication..will definitely recommend as beautiful products x
We bought this last year but it's been in the garage since due to the weather. We built it today in the sunshine and we're so impressed with this solid and stylish table and bench. Can't wait for more sunny days to use it!
Love our console table, Jessie was so helpful, and did the measurements on the console to our requirements, and fast with communication! Would definitely recommend :)
Seamless process and love the product. Would definitely recommend.
My unit came fully assembled which was great. Shelves are nicely sanded and stained, also nicely finished at the edges too.
I had an issue with my delivery day and hadn't got an initial response from High Velocity the courier but when I called up it was sorted straight away.
Wow what amazing furniture, I am over the moon with my new table and bench set, it has been made so well and the wood is beautiful. I wanted a smaller table than the standard size so found this company that hand made the size I wanted. The price was brilliant and the communication and wait time was spot on. I highly recommend this company you will mot be disappointed.
I bought table this for my hallway as I had recently decorated and wanted a side table as a feature. After much searching I found this shop & item and took a chance on ordering something I had never seen in person… well it certainly paid off and it looks stunning in my hallway, turning quite a boring space into a warm and inviting area. The seller’s communication and customer service throughout the process were second to none and I absolutely love the table. It’s very special to have a beautiful UK handmade item in my home and support a small business at the same time. If you are thinking of ordering something from this business don’t hesitate, you won’t regret it.
Really pleased with our recent purchase of a table and bench from shabby bear cottage. The quality is great, very easy to assemble and just looks amazing! Buy with confidence you will not be dissapointed!
Amazing, solid great piece of furniture. Very pleased with the colour chosen.
