Description
The Ibo is a tall narrow display cabinet in reclaimed wood, 180cm high and 53cm wide, standing on short square feet. A single glazed door runs the full height of the front on a dark iron pull, and both sides are glazed as well, so the contents are visible from three directions. Inside, five shelves stand above the base of the cabinet, giving six open levels. The wood is left as it came: split grain, old nail holes, saw marks and a silvered, weathered surface.
At 53cm wide and 32cm deep it takes very little floor for its height, and in a kitchen the six levels take glassware, storage jars, plates and baskets. Books, vases and pantry goods would sit on it the same way. The door is hinged on the left and swings out into the room, so it wants clear floor in front of it rather than a corner it cannot open into.
The wood is reclaimed, salvaged from traditional Indian transport trucks and repurposed for the frame, the door and the shelves. The marks in it are from that first life, weathered by time and travel, and the makers select and work each piece to keep the imperfections, the grain and the patina. The colour therefore runs from pale honey through to grey and no two cabinets are alike. The panels in the door and in both sides are glass. The cabinet weighs 57.5kg. The same reclaimed wood runs through more than twenty pieces in the Ibo range, including a wider version of this cabinet.
Specification
| Height |
180cm |
| Width |
53cm |
| Depth |
32cm |
| Material |
Reclaimed Wood |
| Colour |
Natural |
| Weight |
57.5kg |
Frequently Asked
How many shelves are there?
Five shelves stand above the base of the cabinet, which gives six open levels in all.
Is the glass on the sides as well as the front?
Yes. The door is glazed and so are both sides.
What is the wood?
Reclaimed wood, salvaged from traditional Indian transport trucks and repurposed by hand.
Will every cabinet look the same?
Not exactly. Every board carries its own marks, grain and patina, and the colour runs from pale honey through to grey, so no two cabinets are the same.
How do I look after it?
Wipe the surfaces with a soft dry cloth, always working in the direction of the grain. Mild soap and water can be used, but not too much water, as it may damage the finish. Keep harsh chemicals and abrasive materials away from it, use coasters and mats, and deal with spills straight away. Keep it out of strong direct sunlight, and away from extreme heat and swings in humidity, which can cause cracking and splitting.