TIPTOE
Pli Folded Steel Wall-Mounted Shelf Unit 45 Cm Long
The Pli is a wall-mounted shelf unit from French brand Tiptoe, constructed from powder-coated steel with a commercial-grade finish. It is designed for wall-mounted display and storage, measuring 17.75 inches (45 cm) long, 6 inches (15 cm) deep, and 8 inches (20 cm) tall at the sides. The unit is made entirely in Europe and is available in multiple color options.
- Material
- powder-coated steel
- Category
- Furniture > Shelving > Wall Shelves & Ledges
Size
Specifications
A modern wall-mounted shelf unit made from powder-coated steel, available in a range of colors.
Can be combined in different sizes and colors to create custom layouts; commercial grade; made entirely in Europe.
- Material
- powder-coated steel
- Gender
- unisex
- Condition
- new
- Dimensions
- 17.75 x 6 x 8 in
- Category
- Furniture > Shelving > Wall Shelves & Ledges
Additional Attributes
- powder-coated steel
- made in Europe
- commercial grade
- wall-mounted
- modular
- folded steel sheet
Product Insights
The Pli Folded Steel Wall-Mounted Shelf Unit by TIPTOE, priced at 159 CAD, is a single-sheet folded steel shelf that supports 15 kg without welds or brackets, made by a third-generation family workshop near Chamonix (since 1947) in Europe. It is B Corp certified (90.6 score), uses 80% recycled paper packaging, and is fully recyclable. The design incorporates a 20 cm side wall for stability and a shadow line for a floating effect, available in six powder-coated colors (nine across the PLI family). However, installation requires precise level alignment due to fixed mounting holes, a tradeoff for its minimalist construction. It carries a 5-year warranty and is classified as commercial grade.
Verified claims
- Construction
- Single-sheet folded steel shelf needs no welds or brackets, supports 15 kg.
- Craftsmanship
- Made by a family metalworking workshop near Chamonix, third generation since 1947.
- Installation
- Fixed mounting holes require precise level alignment during installation.
- Provenance
- Produced entirely in Europe, with steel folding carried out in Lithuania and steel components from Tiptoe's family metalworking workshop near Chamonix, founded in 1947.
- Color range
- Nine powder-coated colors across the PLI family; this listing carries six.
- Finish
- Powder-coated finish resists chipping, fading, and scratches and cleans with a damp cloth.
- Recyclability
- Design-for-disassembly steel shelf is fully recyclable at end of life.
- B Corp certification
- B Corp certified with a 2024 score of 90.6, well above the 80-point threshold.
- Recycled materials
- Uses 80% recycled paper packaging and steel that can be recycled at end of life.
- Weight capacity
- Rated to hold up to 15 kg (33 lbs) when mounted on a solid wall.
- Mounting
- Mounts via two fixed holes, not level-adjustable; includes wall plugs for plasterboard, brick, concrete.
- Tray stability
- 20 cm side walls and 15 cm depth form a shallow tray that securely holds taller items like wine bottles or stacked books.
- Price comparison
- €79.90 (159 CAD), about half the £175 Muuto 96 cm shelf.
- Design versatility
- Nine powder-coated finishes, 20 cm side walls, and sizes from 20 to 60 cm — outpacing Muuto's three colors and single size.
- Modular system
- PLI shelf family spans 20–60 cm lengths, Slim and hook variants, mounts without connectors.
- Warranty
- 5-year functional warranty covers mechanical parts, welds, and bending.
- Commercial grade
- Classified as commercial grade, suitable for public settings like cafés or offices.
- Design system
- Designed by Tiptoe's Paris studio; modular 20–60 cm system in nine colors with monolithic steel.
- Floating effect
- Folded steel construction creates a subtle shadow line that visually separates the shelf from the wall.
- Colour finishes
- The PLI ships in nine powder-coated colors, from cream white to tangerine red.
Product record
- Title
- Pli Folded Steel Wall-Mounted Shelf Unit 45 Cm Long
- Brand
- TIPTOE
- Price
- 159 CAD
- Availability
- In stock
Buying Guide
1 comparison · 6 sourcesUses
Adding stylish wall storage to a living space
This wall-mounted steel shelf works as a decorative accent when styling a living space. It's made from folded powder-coated steel and comes in a palette from neutral to bright pastel tones, with sleek modern lines designed to suit a wide range of decors while adding both style and functionality.[2]
Building a custom wall layout with multiple Pli shelf units
Combine this wall-mounted steel shelf unit with other Pli units in different sizes, colours, and layouts to build a wall arrangement suited to your space. The mix-and-match design lets you create a storage wall that is both practical and a visual feature of the room.[2]
Wall storage listed for commercial settings
The seller lists this folded steel wall-mounted shelf as suitable for commercial use, so it can serve as a spot to display or store items in a shop, café, or office wall space. The 45 cm long unit mounts directly to the wall. Note that this suitability comes from the merchant's listing rather than a verified outcome.[1]
Product comparison
Compared within this brand.
| Pli Folded Steel Wall-Mounted Shelf Unit 45 Cm Long: Choose this if you want a compact wall-mounted shelf—17.75 inches long, 6 inches deep, with 8-inch side panels—made from a folded sheet of powder-coated steel in a sleek, modern style that suits a wide range of decors. It comes in a range of colours from neutrals to bright pastels, and combining different sizes and colours lets you build a custom wall layout. It is listed as commercial grade, made entirely in Europe, and backed by a 5-year functional warranty; note it requires wall mounting and is offered in one size.[1,2] | Eco-Certified Oak Wall Shelf 45 Cm Long: Choose this if you want a compact, wall-mounted shelf in TIPTOE's industrial-minimalist style for small spaces like a bedside spot, with a recycled plastic top (1 inch / 2.5 cm thick) on a black BRACKET wall mount that is designed to be unscrewed and reused. It comes in one 17.75 inch (45 cm) size and five colors, assembles quickly, is made entirely in Europe, and the brand holds a B Impact score of 93.1 versus the 50.9 median. Note that screws and dowels are not included—you'll need 4 to 4.5 mm screws for the bracket's 5 mm holes—and the listed materials (recycled plastic, powder-coated steel, aluminum) differ from the oak mentioned in the product name.[3,4,5] | Eco-Certified Oak Wall Shelf 32 Cm Long: Choose this if you want a compact, minimalist wall shelf with TIPTOE's industrial look—its speckled recycled and recyclable plastic surface on a BRACKET wall mount suits modern decor, and the brand presents it as perfect to use as a nightstand. It measures 12.5 inches (32 cm) by 10.5 inches (27 cm) with a 1-inch (2.5 cm) thick top, is commercial grade and made entirely in Europe, and comes in Black, Grey, Off White, Baby Blue, or Tangerine Red in one size. Assembly is quick and easy, but note that screws and dowels are not included, and the listing's materials (recycled plastic, powder-coated steel, aluminum) differ from the oak suggested by the product name.[6] |
Image Analysis
2 images- 01
Product
Wall-mounted folded-steel shelf composed of a flat horizontal shelf panel, a rectangular back panel, and two vertical end plates; matte dark finish with two visible round fastener heads on the back panel.
- Shelf panelSingle flat horizontal steel shelf with a thin front edge visible; shelf appears as one bent sheet projecting straight out from the back panel.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.52 · w 0.64 · h 0.08 (high) - Back panelFlat rectangular back plate that sits directly behind the shelf and spans between the two vertical end plates.
1 region
x 0.18 · y 0.36 · w 0.64 · h 0.18 (high) - End platesTwo narrow vertical side plates at each end of the assembly; each is a single folded steel piece extending above and below the shelf plane.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.42 · w 0.12 · h 0.38 (high); x 0.82 · y 0.39 · w 0.12 · h 0.38 (high) - Fastener headsTwo small round fastener heads visible on the back panel, one nearer each end plate.
2 regions
x 0.25 · y 0.45 · w 0.03 · h 0.03 (medium); x 0.69 · y 0.45 · w 0.03 · h 0.03 (medium) - Edge and finishAll visible surfaces have a uniform low-sheen matte finish with sharp folded edges where panels meet.
Other
Studio product shot on a plain light background with soft shadow beneath the shelf; image is front-facing and centered.
- BackgroundSmooth light neutral background with no visible texture or props.
- ShadowSoft diffuse shadow directly beneath the shelf and back panel, indicating top-front lighting.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.58 · w 0.56 · h 0.18 (medium) - Shot compositionProduct centered horizontally in frame and photographed from a straight frontal angle with slight downward viewpoint that reveals the shelf top edge.
Colors
matte black· steel panels#1D1D1E- Shelf panelSingle flat horizontal steel shelf with a thin front edge visible; shelf appears as one bent sheet projecting straight out from the back panel.
- 02
Product
Close-up of a folded steel wall shelf corner showing a flat horizontal shelf plane, a vertical back plate with a countersunk screw, and an upright side return panel; brand name embossed on the shelf surface.
- Shelf planeFlat horizontal steel shelf panel with a smooth matte finish and a right-angle fold where it meets the back plate.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.48 · w 0.96 · h 0.50 (high) - Back plateVertical back plate folded from the same steel sheet, rising from the rear edge of the shelf and showing a uniform matte finish.
1 region
x 0.45 · y 0.06 · w 0.48 · h 0.48 (high) - Side return panelUpright side panel at the left edge formed by a 90-degree fold, with squared corners and the same matte finish as the shelf.
1 region
x 0.02 · y 0.06 · w 0.35 · h 0.76 (high) - Mounting screwSingle visible countersunk screw set into the back plate, centered vertically on the visible portion of the back plate.
1 region
x 0.65 · y 0.26 · w 0.06 · h 0.06 (high) - Embossed brand text“Embossed uppercase text reading TIPTOE on the shelf surface near the rear fold.”
1 region
x 0.43 · y 0.56 · w 0.12 · h 0.06 (medium) - Edge finishEdges of the panels are slightly rounded and uniform in color, consistent with folded sheet metal.
Other
Studio-style close-up on a white background with soft directional lighting from upper left, subtle shadowing and no additional props.
- Shot compositionClose-up angled view from above and slightly left, focusing on the corner where shelf, back plate, and side return meet.
- BackgroundEven white background with no visible texture or props.
- Lighting and shadowSoft directional lighting creating mild highlights along panel edges and faint shadows under the shelf plane.
Colors
matte black· shelf and plates#0E0E0E- Shelf planeFlat horizontal steel shelf panel with a smooth matte finish and a right-angle fold where it meets the back plate.
Variants
6 SKUs| SKU | Title | Price | Avail |
|---|---|---|---|
| 4439704 | Pli Folded Steel Wall-Mounted Shelf Unit 45 Cm Long - Black - One Size | CA$159.00 | Yes |
| 4439705 | Pli Folded Steel Wall-Mounted Shelf Unit 45 Cm Long - Ivory/cream Beige - One Size | CA$159.00 | Yes |
| 4439706 | Pli Folded Steel Wall-Mounted Shelf Unit 45 Cm Long - Mossy Green - One Size | CA$159.00 | Yes |
| 4439707 | Pli Folded Steel Wall-Mounted Shelf Unit 45 Cm Long - Slate Blue - One Size | CA$159.00 | Yes |
| 4439708 | Pli Folded Steel Wall-Mounted Shelf Unit 45 Cm Long - Pink - One Size | CA$159.00 | Yes |
| 4439709 | Pli Folded Steel Wall-Mounted Shelf Unit 45 Cm Long - Lemon/canary Yellow - One Size | CA$159.00 | Yes |
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