Birtley Copper Solid Wood Shelf & Brackets - 8x2 Oak Shelf (19x4cm)

Solid. Chunky. Unique. Durable. Rustic.

• Width: 19cm
• Height: 4cm
• Length: Selection from 30cm - 160cm
• Timber Type: Solid pine
• Wax Colour: Selection of 2 wax finishes and one unwaxed option
• Fixings Included: Yes
• Suitable For: All wall types
• Weight of Oak Shelf: 2.7kg - 14.4kg depending on the length

All sizes and weights given are approximate. As we only use natural, solid timber, measurements can change slightly from one piece to another.

Funky Chunky Furniture oak shelves are designed to last a lifetime.

Remarkable handmade quality. Rivals costlier high-end brands.
Durable wax finish. Easy to maintain.
All fixings provided. Simple instructions to follow.
Load bearing. Up to 25kg with a good solid fix.

Metal Brackets

The Birtley Shelf Bracket in Copper has a simply stylish design, finished in a warming copper tone, which continues to be a popular interior trend.

These metal shelf brackets are handmade in Yorkshire using the same traditional techniques that have been used for hundreds of years. Just like our shelves, these brackets are hand-waxed and handcrafted, meaning each piece has its own unique appearance and markings.

Sustainably Sourced Wood

Funky Chunky Furniture’s shelves, mantels, and furniture are crafted from responsibly sourced wood. We work with suppliers who prioritise sustainable forestry, ensuring forests are well-managed to support biodiversity, protect wildlife habitats, and promote long-term regeneration.

Solid Oak Timber

These oak mantel beams are handcrafted from the very best quality solid oak timber. The timber is air-dried and will therefore continue to dry out as it settles into its new environment. You can expect some movement to occur during this time.

Each oak mantel is cut to size and finished in our workshop. This leaves in lots of natural, rustic timber characteristics and features. Mother Nature's own stamp of approval.

The oak timbers can have colour variations within the piece. These variations are more prominent on lighter wax finish choices, or the natural oak (unwaxed) option.

In this timber, you can expect to find splits, cracks, knots, shakes, waney edges, bows, and twists along with sticker shadows and machine marks in keeping with the rustic style. These are the qualities that set our shelving apart from the rest. And due to the nature of solid wood, every shelf will be different. Truly unique. One of a kind. Rustic timber.

You can expect to see some movement within the oak as it settles into its new environment. Please note that placing your item above or near a heat source can cause this movement to exaggerate the timber's natural features further, particularly splits, cracks and twists.

To find out more about the oak timber we choose to work with and what that means for your mantel or shelf, read our Air-Dried Oak page, here.

But that's not it. The main feature is the stunning wood grain running through the timber. And the growth rings are plain to see on the ends.

Fine Wax Finishes

To finish these chunky oak mantels, we use your choice of one of our supreme wax polishes.

Wax not only makes the timber look good, but it is also very durable. You can easily wipe away spillages. And cleaning is very simple. Just wipe with a clean cloth and warm water then leave to dry. But never use harsh chemical cleaners.

The finish is professionally applied with the highest attention to detail. And as the wax soaks into the different grains and features it enhances their look and brings them to life. The colours are:

• English Oak
• Smoke Oak

We also have our unwaxed option, ideal if you have your own finish to apply:

• Natural Oak

When viewing on screen colours can look different from one screen to another. Because you want the perfect colour for your home these finishes are available to purchase as small samples. You can order your samples here.

Future Maintenance of our Bracket Shelves with Wax Care Packs

We have wax care packs available to keep your shelves looking their best.

They're also brilliant for fixing damage. A small amount of wax will fix a scratch. Order your wax care pack here.

Strong Fixings & Easy Installation

When you receive your bracketed shelves, the packaging will also include fixings for solid walls. These shelves can also be installed into timber walls, but you would need to use different fixings. We provide you with fixings that have been designed specifically for the installation of our wooden shelves. We are not able to guarantee the shelves if you do not use the fixings we supply.

Care & Clean

Daily care of your Funky Chunky Furniture piece is really simple. Watch our 30second video to find out more.

Turnaround & Delivery

As these solid wood shelves are handmade we do require some time for manufacturing. Please note that the lead time provided is an approximate guide, and your furniture may be completed slightly earlier or later than this date. If this would cause any issues, please let us know.

They will then be dispatched and will usually be delivered within 1-2 working days providing that there are no courier delays. It is important to open your delivery as soon as it is received so that this can be checked over, and so that the wood can breathe.

You can also find more details on our delivery process by visiting our Delivery page.

Orders with multiple items will be dispatched according to the longest lead time. To receive your quicker lead time items without having to wait, just place separate orders.

If you would like to return the order, please contact us within 14 days of receiving the order.

If you have any questions about our shelving, take a look at our FAQs page.