Short answer: Our Altitude wall shelf is a modular wall system. One shelf unit measures 81.3 cm (32.0 inches) wide, 24 cm (9.4 inches) deep and 81.3 cm (32.0 inches) high, and it comes in Walnut, Oak and Dove.
You can choose a set of 1, a set of 2 side by side or stacked, or a set of 3 across. The storage cabinet slides between two shelves, clips in place and closes with a magnetic push latch. Both hang on the wall with the hardware in the box. Altitude is a shallow storage system, so it suits narrow rooms, hallways and the wall beside a sofa. This guide covers this one product: what is in each box, how the layouts differ and how the cabinet and mounting work. For how to plan a whole wall, see our guide to planning a shelving wall.
On This Page
- How big are the Altitude shelf and cabinet?
- Which layouts can you choose?
- What finishes and materials does Altitude come in?
- How does the storage cabinet fit and work?
- How is Altitude mounted on the wall?
- Who is Altitude for, and who is it not for?
- How do you care for Altitude?
- Our recommendation
- Explore our shelves
How big are the Altitude shelf and cabinet?
The Altitude wall shelf is sold as a unit of three shelves held between two vertical supports. The Altitude storage cabinet is a separate piece that you add to it. These are the sizes from our product pages:
How big are the Altitude shelf and cabinet?
| Piece | Size (W x D x H) | Shipping box | Weight in the box |
|---|---|---|---|
| Altitude shelf unit (set of 1) | 81.3 x 24 x 81.3 cm (32.0 x 9.4 x 32.0 inches) | 92.3 x 42.7 x 19 cm (36.3 x 16.8 x 7.5 inches) | 13.2 kg |
| Altitude storage cabinet | 81.5 x 24 x 25 cm (32.1 x 9.4 x 9.8 inches) | 94.2 x 31.7 x 13.9 cm (37.1 x 12.5 x 5.5 inches) | 10.3 kg |
Each shelf board is 1.9 cm (0.75 inches) thick. Both pieces ship flat, one box per unit, so they travel easily up stairs and around corners. Our guide to measuring stairs, lifts and doorways shows how to check your route.
At the time of writing, the product pages show a set of 1 from $105 AUD and a storage cabinet at $80 AUD. Check the page for the current figure before you order.
Which layouts can you choose?
On the shelf page you pick a finish and then a layout. The page offers four:
- Set of 1: one shelf unit, 81.3 cm (32.0 inches) wide and 81.3 cm (32.0 inches) high.
- Set of 2 horizontal: two units side by side, about 163 cm (64 inches) wide.
- Set of 2 vertical: two units stacked, about 163 cm (64 inches) high.
- Set of 3 horizontal: three units in a row, about 244 cm (96 inches) wide.
The combined sizes are our arithmetic from the single-unit size, before any gap between units, so they are not published dimensions. Altitude is reconfigurable, and larger arrangements are possible by combining sets. The shelf page also links to our 3D planner, where you can build your own layout before you order.
Start with the wall you have. A set of 1 fits a short section beside a door or window, a horizontal pair suits the space above a sofa or credenza, and a stacked pair gives a tall, narrow column. Our Aurora credenza works as a low base under shelves, and our guide to living room storage shows how open and closed pieces share a room.
What finishes and materials does Altitude come in?
Both pieces are offered in Walnut, Oak and Dove on the Australian pages. The materials differ between the shelf and the cabinet:
What finishes and materials does Altitude come in?
| Part | Walnut and Oak | Dove |
|---|---|---|
| Shelves and vertical supports | Solid ash wood with a satin stain | Painted solid ash wood |
| Cabinet panels and doors | 15 mm MDF with a 0.3 mm real wood veneer, lacquered | 15 mm painted MDF |
| Cabinet vertical supports | Solid ash wood with a satin stain | Painted solid ash wood |
Veneer is a thin sheet of real wood laid over MDF. It gives the look of the grain on a flat panel, while the shelves themselves are solid ash. Finishes look different on a screen than on your wall, so judge them in your own light. For help matching wood tones with a sofa or table, see our guide to table finishes for a light-coloured sofa.
How does the storage cabinet fit and work?
The cabinet is a closed box that slides in between two Altitude shelves, or between stacked shelves, and attaches with spring-loaded clips. Its panels join with a clip system, and two metal security clips secure the cabinet to the shelf. The two doors have no handles: a magnetic push latch lets you press a door to open it and press again to close it.
The cabinet is 25 cm (9.8 inches) high, so it fills one opening and leaves the shelves around it open. That is the idea: hide the router, chargers and loose papers in the cabinet, and keep books, plants and a few objects on the open shelves. You can add several cabinets in different patterns. The cabinet is not a TV stand, and it needs an Altitude shelf to sit in. For a surface that carries a TV, see our guide to choosing a credenza or media unit.
How is Altitude mounted on the wall?
Altitude is wall-mounted only. The shelf box includes everything needed to hang it:
- Two stainless steel keyhole plates, spaced 40.6 cm (16.0 inches) apart.
- Six M6 screws.
- Two Wallclaw plastic wall anchors and two anchor screws.
- An acrylic spacer, used to set the distance between the wall and the screw head.
- A 4 mm Allen key.
- A mounting poster that serves as both the installation template and the assembly guide.
The steps are build the shelf, plan its placement, then hang it. The poster lets you mark the screw positions on the wall before you drill. If you hang several units, set the bottom units first and build upward. As general advice, not a product specification, check what is behind your wall, consider fixing into a stud for anything heavy, and ask your landlord first if you rent.
The Altitude product page does not state a weight capacity, so we do not give one here. If you plan to load the shelves with heavy books, contact our Customer Happiness team before you hang them.
Who is Altitude for, and who is it not for?
Altitude suits:
- Narrow rooms and hallways. At 24 cm (9.4 inches) deep it leaves the walkway clear.
- People who want open and closed storage in one piece. The cabinet hides what the shelves would otherwise show.
- Walls that need a flexible layout. You can start with one unit and add more in the same finish.
It may not suit you if you want a freestanding unit, because Altitude has no floor option: look at our Themis modular wall system instead. It is also a poor fit if you cannot drill into the wall, or if you need a published weight capacity.
How do you care for Altitude?
Dust with a soft, dry cloth. For a stain, wipe gently with a damp cloth and mild soap, then dry right away. Avoid harsh cleaners, which can damage the finish, and use coasters under glasses so water does not leave rings. Prolonged exposure to condensation can damage the finish, so think twice before hanging it where steam is constant. Our five-year limited warranty covers defective parts that are not related to consumer-caused damage or modification.
Our recommendation
- A narrow wall or hallway: an Altitude set of 1 or a horizontal set of 2 in Oak or Walnut.
- A tall, slim wall: a vertical set of 2, with one cabinet for hidden storage.
- A bright room that needs a soft look: Dove, which is painted solid ash.
- A freestanding unit, a desk or a published load rating: choose Themis instead.
Explore our shelves
Product specifications can change. Check the current dimensions on the product page before ordering.