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product_id: 52417235
title: "Amazon Basics 3-Shelf Storage Unit Black, 58.9 cm W x 76.2 cm H x 34 cm D"
brand: "amazon basics"
price: "R8748"
currency: ZAR
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reviews_count: 13
category: "Amazon Basics"
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# 2.54 cm shelf height increments 340 kg max load capacity Tool-free adjustable shelves Amazon Basics 3-Shelf Storage Unit Black, 58.9 cm W x 76.2 cm H x 34 cm D

**Brand:** amazon basics
**Price:** R8748
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 📦 Elevate your space, elevate your life—storage that works as hard as you do!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Amazon Basics 3-Shelf Storage Unit Black, 58.9 cm W x 76.2 cm H x 34 cm D by amazon basics
- **How much does it cost?** R8748 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/52417235-amazon-basics-3-shelf-storage-unit-black-58-9-cm)

## Best For

- amazon basics enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted amazon basics brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Built to Endure:** Steel frame with black-coated finish supports up to 340 kg total weight—sturdy meets sleek.
- • **Modular Mastery:** Customize shelf heights effortlessly—no tools needed, just snap and lock.
- • **Level Up Stability:** Adjustable levelling feet conquer uneven floors for rock-solid balance anywhere.
- • **Guardrails for Safety:** Edge guardrails keep your essentials secure—no more accidental spills or falls.
- • **Versatile Vertical Space:** Perfect for kitchen, office, or garage—transform clutter into curated style.

## Overview

The Amazon Basics 3-Shelf Narrow Storage Unit combines industrial-grade steel durability with sleek black-coated chrome finish, offering a heavy-duty storage solution that supports up to 340 kg. Its tool-free adjustable shelves move in precise 2.54 cm increments, while leveling feet ensure stability on any surface. Guardrails secure your items, making it ideal for professional and home environments seeking smart, customizable organization.

## Description

From the manufacturer desertcartBasics 3-Shelf Shelving Unit Create valuable vertical space with this sleek-looking shelving unit from desertcartBasics. Combining contemporary good looks with a conveniently adjustable design, the three-shelf unit triples your shelf space, with each wire shelf holding up to 113.4 kg max (evenly distributed). A useful addition to any living space or storage area, the three-shelf shelving unit offers remarkable strength, convenience, and versatility. Works Anywhere Placed in the kitchen, the shelving unit holds anything from canned goods and bulk items to pots and pans, stand mixers, dishes, and bowls. In the living room, the shelving unit beautifully displays books, magazines, board games, and more, while in an office setting, it can help keep files, documents, and supplies neatly organized. For small dorm rooms, the three-shelf shelving unit makes use of available vertical space for keeping clothes, snacks, text books, and more neatly organized and easily accessible. The shelving unit can also be used to help keep garage clutter under control; it works great for heavy cans of paint, toolboxes, gardening supplies, extension cords, and more. The shelving unit quickly provides added shelf space, wherever it's needed most. Adjustable-Height Shelves Create custom-height shelves--no tools required--with the desertcartBasics three-shelf shelving unit. Simply clip together the two-part, black, plastic sleeves around the posts and at the height you want the shelf to sit. With four sleeves in place on each post and at equal height, lower the shelf down into place. Raise the shelf and move all four sleeves to a new position for more or less height, as desired. The sleeves can be placed higher or lower in 2.54-cm increments for ultimate customization. Heavy-Duty Steel with Black-Coated Chrome Finish Constructed of durable steel with a black-coated chrome finish, the stylish three-shelf shelving unit offers the best of both rugged reliability and modern appeal. Even more, adjustable leveling feet allow the shelving unit to be placed on uneven ground--a simple twist is all it takes to stabilize.

Review: THE ULTIMATE TRIPLE-ROOM PURGE: A MASTER CLASS IN MODULAR ORGANISATION - THE SLEEPER HIT OF HOME ORGANIZATION (BETTER LOGISTICS THAN THE SWEDISH GIANT!) I have a massive confession to make: I ignored the desertcart Basics catalogue for far too long, dismissing it as just cheap generic gear. That was a major tactical error. In my experience, these heavy-duty wire shelving units are easily on par with—if not superior to—the own-brand storage systems sold by major high-street retailers and big-name discounters. They just don't skimp on the build quality; they simply market them without the fancy fluff. They are clearly built on the exact same high-standard manufacturing lines as premium brand-name steel shelving. I originally started with a single unit, which quickly triggered an absolute organisational chain reaction across my entire flat. Over a four-month period, I ended up purchasing three distinct variations to completely systematically overhaul three different rooms. My specific deployment matrix consisted of the 5-Shelf Narrow Chrome unit, the 4-Shelf Narrow Black unit, and finally the 5-Shelf Chrome Tower. I tackled the flat in sequence: starting in the bedroom, migrating to the living room, and finishing the purge in the bathroom. With an incredibly small financial investment across all three models, I unlocked massive storage space and restored genuine structural order to my domestic life. THE ASSEMBLY "GOTCHA" (READ THIS BEFORE YOU BUILD) Across all three variants, the units are remarkably sturdy and quick to assemble, but the included instruction sheet leaves a lot to be desired. Save yourself some time and head scratching with this crucial assembly tip regarding plastic sleeve orientation. The interlocking plastic floor and shelf brackets are tapered. The narrower end of the taper must face upwards. If you try to mount them upside down, the shelves will not drop into place. Once I figured out the taper direction on my first build, the rest were an absolute breeze. You just screw the upright modular poles together, snap the brackets onto your desired height notches, slide the shelf down until it catches in a solid, unyielding lock, and use the adjustable levelling feet to compensate for uneven floors. Just make sure you count the notches evenly on all four corners before dropping the shelf down! desertcart LOGISTICS VS THE SWEDISH BLUE-AND-YELLOW GIANT I cross-shopped these extensively with comparable wire units from a well-known Swedish furniture store. While the base product prices were roughly similar at the time, the Swedish giant simply couldn't compete on execution. Their delivery windows were uncompetitive, and their shipping surcharges were exorbitant. This is where a Prime membership truly delivers its biggest benefits, turning what would be costly, frustrating delivery logistics for multiple heavy steel units into a rapid, free, and completely frictionless experience. Furthermore, buying directly from desertcart gives you an ironclad warranty framework. If there is an issue, dealing with desertcart customer support is flawless compared to the headaches of third-party marketplace sellers. And trust me, if you only measure your floor plan once instead of twice and accidentally order one shelf too many during a multi-room project, you will deeply appreciate desertcart's seamless returns policy! VALUE VERDICT Whether you choose the black finish or the classic chrome, these units are phenomenal value at baseline. However, prices do tend to fluctuate slightly due to algorithmic shifts. If you are planning a multi-unit overhaul, as I did, it pays to add the different sizes to a wishlist and track price fluctuations so you can snap them up on a dip. High quality, immense weight capacity, and a total game-changer for small-space optimisation. Highly recommended.
Review: Amazingly sturdy! Holds two printers and freed up my desk space. - The Bottom Line: I am genuinely amazed at the sturdiness of these shelves for the price. It looks modern and sleek, feels rock solid, and freed up a massive amount of desk space in my room. What I Liked: Unbelievably Strong: This unit is incredibly robust. I wanted to move two of my printers off my desk, and they fit perfectly onto the lower shelves. I even have a heavy die-cut machine sitting on the top shelf, and the unit handles the weight with ease! Modern and Sleek: The black finish looks very smart, contemporary, and neat in a workspace. Quick Assembly: My husband found it very quick and easy to put together without any fuss. Effortless to Move: The wheels glide smoothly, making it simple to roll out of the way when I need to clear the floor. Incredible Value: I am so impressed with the quality for the price that I am about to buy a second one! Handy Setup Tip: When you build it, make sure you put the two lockable wheels at the front of the cart. This makes it incredibly easy to reach down and lock or unlock the unit when you want to move it around. Always keep the wheels locked if using printers on your cart so the cart stays completely still! How I Used It: I am currently using this unit in my summerhouse office and craft room. It has completely transformed my workspace by getting bulky tech off my main desk while keeping everything right at my fingertips.

## Features

- 3-Shelf Shelving Unit: Made from durable steel construction with black-coated finish; with adjustable levelling feet for increased stability on uneven ground
- Height Adjustable Shelves: Shelves of mobile stand can be adjusted in 2.54cm increments, no tools required
- Shelf Capacity: Each shelf holds up to 114kg (evenly distributed); total maximum load weight is 340kg
- With Guardrails: Guardrails at the edge of each shelf to prevent items from falling
- Versatile: Ideal piece of furniture to store household essentials, appliances, dry food, tools and other accessories in kitchen, bathroom, living room or garden

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B01LWP8AL2 |
| Best Sellers Rank | 1,698 in Home & Kitchen ( See Top 100 in Home & Kitchen ) 1 in Standing Shelf Units |
| Brand | Amazon Basics |
| Colour | Black |
| Country of Origin | China |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 out of 5 stars 255,753 Reviews |
| Finish | Lacquered |
| Global Trade Identification Number | 00841710155327 |
| Included Components | Hardware, Rod |
| Indoor Outdoor Usage | Indoor |
| Is Assembly Required? | Yes |
| Is Customizable? | No |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 34D x 58.9W x 76.2H centimetres |
| Item Weight | 3.79 kg |
| Manufacturer | Amazon Basics |
| Material | Chrome |
| Model Number | SL-SUAM-6 |
| Mounting Type | Floor Mount |
| Number of Shelves | 3 |
| Number of shelves | 3 |
| Part Number | B01LWP8AL2-BK |
| Product dimensions | 34D x 58.9W x 76.2H centimetres |
| Recommended Uses For Product | Dishware |
| Room Type | Kitchen |
| Shelf Type | Tiered Shelf |
| Shelf Weight Capacity | 113.4 Kilograms |
| Shelf type | Tiered Shelf |
| Special Features | Adjustable |
| Special feature | Adjustable |
| Style | 3 -Shelf |
| UPC | 841710155327 |
| Unit Count | 1.0 count |

## Product Details

- **Finish type:** Lacquered
- **Material:** Chrome
- **Mounting type:** Floor Mount
- **Number of shelves:** 3
- **Product dimensions:** 34D x 58.9W x 76.2H centimetres
- **Room type:** Kitchen
- **Shape:** Rectangular
- **Shelf type:** Tiered Shelf
- **Special feature:** Adjustable
- **Style:** 3 -Shelf

## Images

![Amazon Basics 3-Shelf Storage Unit Black, 58.9 cm W x 76.2 cm H x 34 cm D - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71iMQhPtT7L.jpg)

## Available Options

This product comes in different **Color, Size, Style** options.

## Questions & Answers

**Q: I'm very frustrated. the plastic shelf holders are not snapping and staying closed what am i doing wrong?**
A: The clips don’t snap together all the way closed until you push the shelf down onto the clips. The gentle force of that shelf push is what closes them. Just make sure you attach the clips with the “top” and arrow facing up and just above the single grooves of your choice…not one of the double grooves…on the pole then slide them down the pole a little until they snap into that single groove. And be sure to slide the shelf on with the lip facing down. It’s too bad the directions don’t explain this about the clips because our brains think the clips should snap completely together when attached to the poles.

**Q: What is the diameter of the posts?**
A: I don't know what diameter the other sizes are, but the 30" three tier shelf is only 3/4" diameter. I went off the previous answer when I bought three of these. Boy was I fooled when I received 3/4" poles. Smh!

**Q: Is it possible to turn the shelves around so that the edges of the shelves have a lip?**
A: The answer is that you should not unless you are not planning to put much weight on them. 
The HOLES in the Shelves for the Brackets (standards) are Trapezoidal in shape. They are designed to work like Wedges with the Plastic Bracket pieces. 
The more weight is added to the shelf, the harder the bracket pieces are shoved together so they GRIP the Shelves ONTO the Poles (shelf stndards) keeping them in place. 
If you turn the shelves UPSIDE down, the Wedge Functionality is defeated. 
They will not be Nearly as sturdy and will be prone to Slipping down the Poles. 
Could you get Lucky and have them Not slip?  Well Yes, if not much eight at all was on each shelf (30 to 50  Pounds). 
But assembled correctly, these should hold 350 pounds per shelf with NO Way to slip. 
Lessons learned from Ancient Egyptians, Romans, and Greeks.
A KEYSTONE in an arch is the perfect example.

**Q: Are these the industrial size poles that are 1" so I can use shelves I already own?**
A: Yes. They are 1” poles. I have 6 of the 14x30” 5 shelves units. I almost bought the wrong clips to add extra shelves because of the irresponsible answers given on here. So glad I measured and found that the poles are 1”!

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ THE ULTIMATE TRIPLE-ROOM PURGE: A MASTER CLASS IN MODULAR ORGANISATION
*by K***L on 5 July 2026*

THE SLEEPER HIT OF HOME ORGANIZATION (BETTER LOGISTICS THAN THE SWEDISH GIANT!) I have a massive confession to make: I ignored the Amazon Basics catalogue for far too long, dismissing it as just cheap generic gear. That was a major tactical error. In my experience, these heavy-duty wire shelving units are easily on par with—if not superior to—the own-brand storage systems sold by major high-street retailers and big-name discounters. They just don't skimp on the build quality; they simply market them without the fancy fluff. They are clearly built on the exact same high-standard manufacturing lines as premium brand-name steel shelving. I originally started with a single unit, which quickly triggered an absolute organisational chain reaction across my entire flat. Over a four-month period, I ended up purchasing three distinct variations to completely systematically overhaul three different rooms. My specific deployment matrix consisted of the 5-Shelf Narrow Chrome unit, the 4-Shelf Narrow Black unit, and finally the 5-Shelf Chrome Tower. I tackled the flat in sequence: starting in the bedroom, migrating to the living room, and finishing the purge in the bathroom. With an incredibly small financial investment across all three models, I unlocked massive storage space and restored genuine structural order to my domestic life. THE ASSEMBLY "GOTCHA" (READ THIS BEFORE YOU BUILD) Across all three variants, the units are remarkably sturdy and quick to assemble, but the included instruction sheet leaves a lot to be desired. Save yourself some time and head scratching with this crucial assembly tip regarding plastic sleeve orientation. The interlocking plastic floor and shelf brackets are tapered. The narrower end of the taper must face upwards. If you try to mount them upside down, the shelves will not drop into place. Once I figured out the taper direction on my first build, the rest were an absolute breeze. You just screw the upright modular poles together, snap the brackets onto your desired height notches, slide the shelf down until it catches in a solid, unyielding lock, and use the adjustable levelling feet to compensate for uneven floors. Just make sure you count the notches evenly on all four corners before dropping the shelf down! AMAZON LOGISTICS VS THE SWEDISH BLUE-AND-YELLOW GIANT I cross-shopped these extensively with comparable wire units from a well-known Swedish furniture store. While the base product prices were roughly similar at the time, the Swedish giant simply couldn't compete on execution. Their delivery windows were uncompetitive, and their shipping surcharges were exorbitant. This is where a Prime membership truly delivers its biggest benefits, turning what would be costly, frustrating delivery logistics for multiple heavy steel units into a rapid, free, and completely frictionless experience. Furthermore, buying directly from Amazon gives you an ironclad warranty framework. If there is an issue, dealing with Amazon customer support is flawless compared to the headaches of third-party marketplace sellers. And trust me, if you only measure your floor plan once instead of twice and accidentally order one shelf too many during a multi-room project, you will deeply appreciate Amazon's seamless returns policy! VALUE VERDICT Whether you choose the black finish or the classic chrome, these units are phenomenal value at baseline. However, prices do tend to fluctuate slightly due to algorithmic shifts. If you are planning a multi-unit overhaul, as I did, it pays to add the different sizes to a wishlist and track price fluctuations so you can snap them up on a dip. High quality, immense weight capacity, and a total game-changer for small-space optimisation. Highly recommended.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Amazingly sturdy! Holds two printers and freed up my desk space.
*by J***R on 17 June 2026*

The Bottom Line: I am genuinely amazed at the sturdiness of these shelves for the price. It looks modern and sleek, feels rock solid, and freed up a massive amount of desk space in my room. What I Liked: Unbelievably Strong: This unit is incredibly robust. I wanted to move two of my printers off my desk, and they fit perfectly onto the lower shelves. I even have a heavy die-cut machine sitting on the top shelf, and the unit handles the weight with ease! Modern and Sleek: The black finish looks very smart, contemporary, and neat in a workspace. Quick Assembly: My husband found it very quick and easy to put together without any fuss. Effortless to Move: The wheels glide smoothly, making it simple to roll out of the way when I need to clear the floor. Incredible Value: I am so impressed with the quality for the price that I am about to buy a second one! Handy Setup Tip: When you build it, make sure you put the two lockable wheels at the front of the cart. This makes it incredibly easy to reach down and lock or unlock the unit when you want to move it around. Always keep the wheels locked if using printers on your cart so the cart stays completely still! How I Used It: I am currently using this unit in my summerhouse office and craft room. It has completely transformed my workspace by getting bulky tech off my main desk while keeping everything right at my fingertips.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Excellent quality and easy to assemble
*by A***A on 14 July 2026*

This is a great storage unit. It was really easy to assemble. Can easily be moved around on its wheels. Bought one a few years ago, hard wearing, sturdy, very useful. So just bought a 2nd one.

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