Twin Slot Shelving

High quality metal twin slot shelving that's ideal for creating customisable shelving. Our twin slot shelving is manufactured from rigid steel that won't bend under weight, with an anti-microbial coating to inhibit bacteria growth.

Our twin slot shelving collection includes uprights and brackets in black or white finishes, in a range of sizes to suit any installation.  Order by 5pm for next day delivery, free delivery over £30.

Twin Slot Shelving FAQ's
The most important features of Tradefit genuine Twin Slot Shelving System

  • Genuine 32mm twin slot system 
  • Brackets cannot inadvertently be ‘popped out’ by over filled shelfs 
  • Brackets must be tilted and lifted to remove and move them, an important safety feature stopping loaded shelfs unintentionally being removed 
  • Strong uprights, 25.5mm x 16mm, 2mm thick, 32mm slot spacings 
  • Strong brackets, 7 sizes, 120mm to 610mm, 76kg to 153kg loading 
  • Compatible with the original Sparring and Spur systems, and the Blue Diamond and Newtech copies. 
  • Anti-microbial powder coating inhibits bacterial growth, making this system ideal for hospitals and food environments 

What are the dimensions of the slotted wall bar

  • Strong uprights, 25.5mm x 16mm, 2mm thick, 32mm slot spacings 
  • 8 lengths are available, 170mm to 2400mm 

What is Spur shelving

Tradefit Twin Slot System is the modern version and compatible with Spur Shelving, the historic global brand that has been around since the 1950's.

How many uprights do I need

This largely depends on a combination of three factors; 

  • how much load you intend to put on the shelving 
  • how strong is the wall and wall fixing will be 
  • How thick are the shelves; will they bow when loaded 

As a rule of thumb 60cm upright spacing for heavy duty applications, and 75cm spacing for general home and office storage. 

Are all Twin Slot Shelving systems the same

No, tradefit Twin Slot Shelving is the genuine 32mm twin slot system. Its compatible with the original Sparring and Spur systems, and the Blue Diamond and Newtech copies.

What size screws fit the wall uprights

We recommend screw gauge 5.0 metric or 10 imperial.  

Choose screw length and fixing plugs carefully to suit your wall type. The system will only be as strong as the wall fixings.

What sizes of brackets are available

Strong brackets, 7 sizes, 120mm to 610mm, 76kg to 153kg loading.

What is Anti-microbial coating

Anti-microbial powder coating inhibits bacterial growth, making this system ideal for hospitals and food environments

How do I fit twin slot shelving

  • Plan your system on paper first, measure out and evenly space the wall upright bars 
  • As a rule of thumb 60cm upright spacing for heavy duty applications, and 75cm spacing for general home and office storage. 
  • It's important to use a spirit level, or string chalk line, to ensure all uprights are level horizontally 
  • Select the correct screw length and fixing plugs carefully to suit your wall type. The system will only be as strong as the wall fixings. We recommend screw gauge 5.0 metric or 10 imperial.  
  • Drill and fix centre fixing each upright first, add brackets and check shelfs will be level 
  • When ok drill through uprights to mark correct location of remaining fixings and fix 
  • Add the brackets, and shelves, usually starting at the top, space out and check you are happy with spacings before screw fixing shelves. 
  • Secure the shelving with screws. 

Can I fit tradefit Twin Slot shelving system is hospitals

Yes, its ideal for several reasons 

  • Brackets cannot inadvertently be ‘popped out’ by overfilled shelves 
  • Brackets must be tilted and lifted to remove and move them, an important safety feature stopping loaded shelves unintentionally being removed 
  • Anti-microbial powder coating inhibits bacterial growth, making this system ideal for hospitals and food environments 

Can I use Twin Slot shelving in my garage

Yes, tradefit Twin Slot is ideal as its strong and versatile. 

Can be used to make workbenches, and timber storage racks. 

Is Twin Slot shelving heavy duty

Yes, its widely considered to be the best option where wall mounted adjustable shelving is required. 

  • Strong uprights, 25.5mm x 16mm, 2mm thick, 32mm slot spacings 
  • Strong brackets, 7 sizes, 120mm to 610mm, 76kg to 153kg loading 

What is Sparring adjustable shelving

Tradefit Twin Slot System is the modern version and compatible with Sparring Shelving, the historic global brand that has been around since the 1950's.

What colour are available

White and black. Both are Anti-microbial powder coating finishes which inhibit bacterial growth, making this system ideal for hospitals and food environments

Is tradefit Twin Slot shelving system suitable for Schools

Yes, it's ideal for several reasons 

  • Brackets cannot inadvertently be ‘popped out’ by over filled shelfs 
  • Brackets must be tilted and lifted to remove and move them, an important safety feature stopping loaded shelfs unintentionally being removed 
  • Strong uprights, 25.5mm x 16mm, 2mm thick, 32mm slot spacings 
  • Strong brackets, 7 sizes, 120mm to 610mm, 76kg to 153kg loading 
  • Anti-microbial powder coating inhibits bacteria growth, making this system ideal for hospitals and food environments