Next has introduced a 'fabulous' homeware item that adds storage without taking up floor space. The Wood Wavy Picture Wall Shelf combines good looks with practicality, making it a strong choice for smaller homes. Featuring a vintage-inspired silhouette, the shelf suits both modern and classic interiors.
Prices and sizes
Shoppers can buy the shelf in three sizes, with prices starting at £16 for the small option, rising to £22 for the medium and £28 for the large. It comes in three colours - pink, white and wood - to match different interior styles.
The shelf is a set of wooden floating picture ledges with a distinctive scalloped bottom edge. Designed with a natural timber finish, the shallow shelves have a lip-backed ledge for displaying framed artwork, candles, ornaments and other decorative items.
Product description
Next said: "These wavy shelves perfectly blend style and function. Made from solid wood, and featuring a playful wavy design, they are available in three different colours and sizes and can be hung both ways, allowing you to decorate your wall in your own unique way."
The small measures 7cm in height, 60cm in width and 9.5cm in depth, while the medium measures 7cm by 90cm by 9.5cm. The largest option measures 7cm in height, 120cm in width and 9.5cm in depth, the Liverpool Echo reports.
Comparison with B&Q
It bears a striking resemblance to an almost identical alternative at B&Q. The Scalloped Edge Coat Peg Rail Hooks with Shelf is available for £85.95 - nearly £70 more expensive than the cheapest Next option.
"This Natural Mango Wood Scalloped Edge Coat Peg Rail Hooks with Shelf 80cm is a stylish storage choice, perfect for lovers of farmhouse design and rustic décor," reads the product description on the B&Q website. "Made of Mango wood, this shelf has a classic, vintage design and comes with five storage hooks."
It can be wall mounted via hooks on the back. "A fantastic storage solution for a hallway, bathroom, bedroom or kitchen space. Due to its well crafted design and natural wooden finish, this wall shelf could easily blend into modern, scandi, farmhouse, country or vintage style interiors."
Other options and reviews
Dunelm's Scallop Wooden Border comes in at £14. It boasts a modern scallop trim, with a self-adhesive design that eliminates mess during application, while its lightweight nature makes it easy to handle.
Shoppers appear largely pleased with the Next shelf. One customer wrote: "This is so lovely, perfect for my newly decorated vintage bedroom."
A second wrote: "I'm happy with the item, it looks beautiful up. Would've been perfect, if it came with the right size screws to aid with fitting."
However, some raised concerns about durability. One reviewer who bought two of the 120cm shelves said they were "a bit fragile", adding that one arrived chipped, although they chose not to return it as they did not think the damage would be noticeable once installed.
Nevertheless, someone else loved their purchase, adding: "I bought two of them and they look fabulous. I put them both on my wall in minutes, so easy to do and feel quite sturdy."
Another five-star review reads: "Shelf is really lovely and looks great in my home. Perfect."
