Dowel Sticks, 8mm – Pack of 20

Side rods that keep things on the shelf. A pack of 20 solid pine dowel sticks, 8mm thick, in lengths from 300mm to 600mm to match your shelf depth. They fit at the ends of a shelf and stop books, files and loose items from sliding off the sides. Delivered free anywhere in the country.

Use them on bookshelves, pantry shelves, linen shelves and anywhere items tend to slide off the ends.

Why customers choose it

• Keeps items in place: helps stop items from falling off the ends of your shelves.
• Slim and neat: an 8mm profile, with no bulky rails or brackets.
• Your layout: fit them on every level, or only where you need them.
• Matches your shelves: four lengths from 300mm to 600mm.

Which length do I need?

Choose the length that matches the depth of your shelves.

Dimensions and specifications

What's in the box

• 20 × solid pine dowel sticks, 8mm thick, in your chosen length

Add extra components

• Shelves: Standard shelf, R214 at 300mm deep, or a smoother Premium shelf, R255.
• Display shelves: an angled display shelf from R205, to show items face-out.
• Uprights: single uprights from R48 and double uprights from R71, in 650mm to 2.7m.
• Complete units: see our 1-bay units.

Delivery

• Free nationwide delivery on every order, with no minimum spend.
• We make your order in our own South African workshop, usually within 1 to 3 business days. The courier then takes about 1 to 3 business days, and you get a tracking link by email.
• Professional assembly is available in selected areas. WhatsApp us to check yours.

Frequently asked questions

What are the dowel sticks for?
They fit at the ends of a shelf and act as side rods, so books, files and loose items don't slide off the sides.

How many do I need?
One pack of 20 is usually enough for a standard 1-bay unit with 5 shelves. The spacing is up to you.

Questions? We're here to help

WhatsApp 068 617 2745, call 082 768 7330 or email hello@shelfspace.co.za. Send us a photo of your unit and we'll help you choose the right parts.