Compact school storage unit with a light wood finish and six blue plastic trays arranged vertically, set on four black castor wheels for easy movement.
Educational storage unit with six blue trays and light wood casing, displayed with icons for UK manufacture, Gratnells & Monarch tray compatibility, BS EN compliance, recyclability, and five-year warranty.
Line drawing of a small school tray unit showing detailed dimensions and specifications, including tray height, width, depth, unit weight, and full layout of six tray slots.
A tray colour chart displaying 18 solid tray colours including red, blue, dark blue, metal blue, cyan blue, light blue, green, lime green, turquoise green, purple, pink, tangerine orange, white, light grey, dark grey, and black; alongside 6 translucent and tint colours including sky blue tint, rose tint, citron tint, aqua green tint, violet tint, and translucent.

Overview

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Delivery & Returns

Product FAQs

Product Overview: 6-Tray Mobile Maple Storage Unit

Maximise classroom efficiency with this highly practical, single column tray unit. Finished in a light, contemporary maple woodgrain, it visually brightens educational spaces while its low-level 617mm height empowers early years and primary students to safely access their own learning materials.

The Cobolt Advantage

  • Commercial-Grade Durability: Forged from dense 18mm MFC, the carcass of this mobile tray storage unit is built to withstand rigorous daily use without bowing or weakening, protecting your departmental budget long-term.
  • Optimised Footprint: The slim, single-column design occupies minimal floor space, making it an excellent under-desk companion or a neat addition to tight classroom corners.
  • Dynamic Mobility: Fitted with four premium castor wheels, educators can quickly reconfigure room layouts or share valuable resources between different learning zones with a simple push.

Organisation & Sustainability

  • Visual Sorting: Select from 23 distinct tray colours—ranging from translucent tints to solid brights—allowing teachers to colour-code by subject, reading group, or individual pupil for faster transitions.
  • Circular Economy Champion: Manufactured in Wales, the boards contain 85% recycled timber. Furthermore, our manufacturing partners plant five new trees for every single tree felled, ensuring exceptional eco-credentials.
  • Universal Integration: The internal runner system securely accommodates standard Gratnells tray storage unit sizes alongside Monarch trays, meaning you can effortlessly swap out existing school trays.

The Cobolt Standard

  • 50 Years of Heritage: We leverage half a century of B2B manufacturing expertise to ensure your furniture reliably survives the "school test."
  • Free UK Mainland Delivery: We champion transparent, predictable procurement by providing free, fully assembled delivery directly to your site.
  • Education Specialist Support: Our UK-based team understands the distinct needs of modern school estates and is always ready to assist with complex, multi-room fit-outs.

Where Is This Shallow Tray Storage Unit Used?

The light maple finish naturally brightens smaller spaces, making this unit highly sought after in nurseries and early years settings where an inviting atmosphere is key. Its compact 6-tray design also makes it a staple for primary school art corners, SEN breakout rooms, and school administrative offices requiring secure, sorted paperwork storage.

Key Features

  • 6 Shallow Trays Included — The 76mm depth is perfectly tailored for standard exercise books, loose worksheets, and individual pupil stationery.
  • 18mm Maple MFC Carcass — A contemporary, light wood-effect finish that brings a clean, modern aesthetic to traditional classrooms.
  • Smooth Mobile Base — Heavy-duty castors allow the unit to be effortlessly relocated, supporting agile teaching and flexible group work.
  • Gratnells Compatible Runners — Designed to securely hold both industry-standard Gratnells trays and Monarch variants.
  • Hygienic Wipe-Clean Finish — The non-porous laminate surface actively resists glue, ink, and spills, simplifying end-of-day cleaning routines.
  • 23 Tray Colour Options — Fully customise your unit to align with school branding, key stages, or specific curriculum subjects.
  • 617mm Low-Level Access — Specifically proportioned to allow young children to self-serve their resources safely.
  • Arrives Fully Assembled — Eliminates frustrating flat-pack assembly times; simply remove the packaging and slide in the trays.
Warranty icon
5-year commercial guarantee
Free delivery icon
Free Mainland UK Delivery
UK Manufactured icon
UK Manufactured

Cobolt Service & Ethos: Supporting School Estates

  • 50 Years of Expertise: We exclusively provide heavy-duty, commercial-grade furniture tailored to withstand the extreme demands of the UK public sector.
  • Free Delivery (UK Mainland): Your quoted price is your final price. We deliver fully assembled storage units directly to your site with no hidden freight costs.
  • Sustainability Partners: Crafted from FSC-certified timber, this unit is 100% recyclable at the end of its functional life, supporting your school's green initiatives.
  • Reliable Support: Our UK-based advisors offer dedicated assistance to school business managers and procurement officers for seamless, bulk ordering.

Built to Last. Backed for Reliability.

  • Independently tested and hand-built to meet BS EN 16121:2013 Level 2 British Standards, verifying its absolute strength, durability, and stability for severe educational use.
  • Constructed from heavy-duty 18mm MFC, ensuring the carcass frame maintains its rigid structural integrity and will not warp under the weight of heavily loaded trays.
  • Features a highly hygienic, wipe-clean maple laminate that resists daily classroom spills and withstands regular sanitisation by cleaning staff.
  • Equipped with premium anti-marking castor wheels, engineered to smoothly support the unit's 16kg weight without scuffing polished hall floors or snagging on carpets.
  • Supplied with a comprehensive 5-year commercial guarantee, securing your departmental budget against manufacturing and material defects.

This single column tray unit perfectly merges a space-conscious design with rigorous British manufacturing safety standards, delivering a highly dependable storage solution for modern learning spaces.

Age Suitability
EYFS & Primary
Material
18mm MFC (Maple)
Guarantee
5 Years
Specification
Details
Purpose / Benefit
External Dimensions
617mm(H) x 360mm(W) x 453mm(D)
Compact and low-level; ideal for young students or under-desk placement
Weight
16 kg
Provides a solid, anti-tip foundation while remaining light enough to roll
Tray Count
6 x Shallow Trays (Single Column)
Perfectly compartmentalised for individual pupil storage or task grouping
Tray Dimensions
312mm(W) x 425mm(D) x 76mm(H)
Optimised depth for A4 exercise books, worksheets, and standard stationery
Tray Compatibility
Gratnells & Monarch
Allows you to seamlessly swap trays with existing school storage systems
Carcass Finish
18mm MFC (Maple)
Delivers robust structural strength wrapped in a bright, modern aesthetic
Mobility
4 x Castor Wheels
Transforms static shelving into a dynamic, mobile classroom resource
Certification
BS EN 16121:2013 Level 2
Officially certified safe and durable for severe educational environments
Sustainability
85% Recycled Timber / FSC Certified
Highly eco-friendly; 100% recyclable at the end of its product life
Manufacture
Chirk, Wales (UK)
Supports domestic manufacturing while reducing your carbon footprint
Delivery
Fully Assembled
Saves site staff hours of manual labour; packaging is removed for you

FREE Delivery to UK Mainland Zone 1

Your order will be delivered on a standard 20 Working Days service.

For all other locations, please email help@coboltfurniture.co.uk for a quote.


  • Made to Order: Many of our products are manufactured specifically for your order. Because of this, returns depend on the product specifics and require prior permission from Cobolt Furniture.
  • Cancellations: We always endeavour to reduce cancellation costs. However, please note a partial or entire charge may be levied to cover material costs and administrative fees if a made-to-order line is cancelled.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Do the colourful trays come included with the unit?

A: Yes. This unit is supplied complete with 6 shallow trays in your chosen colour, ensuring it is ready for immediate use the moment it arrives.

Q: Are shallow trays big enough for textbooks?

A: Shallow trays measure 76mm in height. While they can hold small textbooks, they are primarily optimised for storing A4 exercise books, daily stationery, and flat art paper without items getting buried at the bottom.

Q: Can I use our school's existing Gratnells trays in this unit?

A: Yes, absolutely. The internal runners are specifically designed to be fully compatible with industry-standard Gratnells trays as well as Monarch variants, giving you total flexibility.

Q: Do we need to assemble the carcass or attach the castors?

A: No. We know school estates teams are incredibly busy, so this unit is delivered 100% fully assembled. Our delivery team will even remove and recycle the protective packaging for you.

Q: How eco-friendly is this MFC furniture?

A: Highly sustainable. The 18mm maple MFC is manufactured in Wales using 85% recycled timber. It is FSC certified, and our suppliers plant five new trees for every single tree felled.

Q: Is this unit a safe height for nursery children?

A: Yes. With an overall height of just 617mm, this early years tray storage unit is positioned perfectly for young children to safely and independently retrieve their own materials.

Q: Can I order this to my house for a home tutoring setup?

A: Unfortunately, no. Due to the heavy-duty nature of our commercial-grade furniture and the specialist freight used, they cannot be delivered to residential addresses. We strictly ship to educational, NHS, and commercial premises.

Q: What does the 5-year guarantee cover?

A: The comprehensive 5-year warranty covers any structural or manufacturing defects found within the wooden carcass and the mobility castors, offering you total purchasing peace of mind.

Overview

Product Overview: 6-Tray Mobile Maple Storage Unit

Maximise classroom efficiency with this highly practical, single column tray unit. Finished in a light, contemporary maple woodgrain, it visually brightens educational spaces while its low-level 617mm height empowers early years and primary students to safely access their own learning materials.

The Cobolt Advantage

  • Commercial-Grade Durability: Forged from dense 18mm MFC, the carcass of this mobile tray storage unit is built to withstand rigorous daily use without bowing or weakening, protecting your departmental budget long-term.
  • Optimised Footprint: The slim, single-column design occupies minimal floor space, making it an excellent under-desk companion or a neat addition to tight classroom corners.
  • Dynamic Mobility: Fitted with four premium castor wheels, educators can quickly reconfigure room layouts or share valuable resources between different learning zones with a simple push.

Organisation & Sustainability

  • Visual Sorting: Select from 23 distinct tray colours—ranging from translucent tints to solid brights—allowing teachers to colour-code by subject, reading group, or individual pupil for faster transitions.
  • Circular Economy Champion: Manufactured in Wales, the boards contain 85% recycled timber. Furthermore, our manufacturing partners plant five new trees for every single tree felled, ensuring exceptional eco-credentials.
  • Universal Integration: The internal runner system securely accommodates standard Gratnells tray storage unit sizes alongside Monarch trays, meaning you can effortlessly swap out existing school trays.

The Cobolt Standard

  • 50 Years of Heritage: We leverage half a century of B2B manufacturing expertise to ensure your furniture reliably survives the "school test."
  • Free UK Mainland Delivery: We champion transparent, predictable procurement by providing free, fully assembled delivery directly to your site.
  • Education Specialist Support: Our UK-based team understands the distinct needs of modern school estates and is always ready to assist with complex, multi-room fit-outs.

Features & Benefits

Where Is This Shallow Tray Storage Unit Used?

The light maple finish naturally brightens smaller spaces, making this unit highly sought after in nurseries and early years settings where an inviting atmosphere is key. Its compact 6-tray design also makes it a staple for primary school art corners, SEN breakout rooms, and school administrative offices requiring secure, sorted paperwork storage.

Key Features

  • 6 Shallow Trays Included — The 76mm depth is perfectly tailored for standard exercise books, loose worksheets, and individual pupil stationery.
  • 18mm Maple MFC Carcass — A contemporary, light wood-effect finish that brings a clean, modern aesthetic to traditional classrooms.
  • Smooth Mobile Base — Heavy-duty castors allow the unit to be effortlessly relocated, supporting agile teaching and flexible group work.
  • Gratnells Compatible Runners — Designed to securely hold both industry-standard Gratnells trays and Monarch variants.
  • Hygienic Wipe-Clean Finish — The non-porous laminate surface actively resists glue, ink, and spills, simplifying end-of-day cleaning routines.
  • 23 Tray Colour Options — Fully customise your unit to align with school branding, key stages, or specific curriculum subjects.
  • 617mm Low-Level Access — Specifically proportioned to allow young children to self-serve their resources safely.
  • Arrives Fully Assembled — Eliminates frustrating flat-pack assembly times; simply remove the packaging and slide in the trays.
Warranty icon
5-year commercial guarantee
Free delivery icon
Free Mainland UK Delivery
UK Manufactured icon
UK Manufactured

Cobolt Service & Ethos: Supporting School Estates

  • 50 Years of Expertise: We exclusively provide heavy-duty, commercial-grade furniture tailored to withstand the extreme demands of the UK public sector.
  • Free Delivery (UK Mainland): Your quoted price is your final price. We deliver fully assembled storage units directly to your site with no hidden freight costs.
  • Sustainability Partners: Crafted from FSC-certified timber, this unit is 100% recyclable at the end of its functional life, supporting your school's green initiatives.
  • Reliable Support: Our UK-based advisors offer dedicated assistance to school business managers and procurement officers for seamless, bulk ordering.

Safety & Warranty

Built to Last. Backed for Reliability.

  • Independently tested and hand-built to meet BS EN 16121:2013 Level 2 British Standards, verifying its absolute strength, durability, and stability for severe educational use.
  • Constructed from heavy-duty 18mm MFC, ensuring the carcass frame maintains its rigid structural integrity and will not warp under the weight of heavily loaded trays.
  • Features a highly hygienic, wipe-clean maple laminate that resists daily classroom spills and withstands regular sanitisation by cleaning staff.
  • Equipped with premium anti-marking castor wheels, engineered to smoothly support the unit's 16kg weight without scuffing polished hall floors or snagging on carpets.
  • Supplied with a comprehensive 5-year commercial guarantee, securing your departmental budget against manufacturing and material defects.

Specification Dimensions

This single column tray unit perfectly merges a space-conscious design with rigorous British manufacturing safety standards, delivering a highly dependable storage solution for modern learning spaces.

Age Suitability
EYFS & Primary
Material
18mm MFC (Maple)
Guarantee
5 Years
Specification
Details
Purpose / Benefit
External Dimensions
617mm(H) x 360mm(W) x 453mm(D)
Compact and low-level; ideal for young students or under-desk placement
Weight
16 kg
Provides a solid, anti-tip foundation while remaining light enough to roll
Tray Count
6 x Shallow Trays (Single Column)
Perfectly compartmentalised for individual pupil storage or task grouping
Tray Dimensions
312mm(W) x 425mm(D) x 76mm(H)
Optimised depth for A4 exercise books, worksheets, and standard stationery
Tray Compatibility
Gratnells & Monarch
Allows you to seamlessly swap trays with existing school storage systems
Carcass Finish
18mm MFC (Maple)
Delivers robust structural strength wrapped in a bright, modern aesthetic
Mobility
4 x Castor Wheels
Transforms static shelving into a dynamic, mobile classroom resource
Certification
BS EN 16121:2013 Level 2
Officially certified safe and durable for severe educational environments
Sustainability
85% Recycled Timber / FSC Certified
Highly eco-friendly; 100% recyclable at the end of its product life
Manufacture
Chirk, Wales (UK)
Supports domestic manufacturing while reducing your carbon footprint
Delivery
Fully Assembled
Saves site staff hours of manual labour; packaging is removed for you

Delivery & Returns

FREE Delivery to UK Mainland Zone 1

Your order will be delivered on a standard 20 Working Days service.

For all other locations, please email help@coboltfurniture.co.uk for a quote.


  • Made to Order: Many of our products are manufactured specifically for your order. Because of this, returns depend on the product specifics and require prior permission from Cobolt Furniture.
  • Cancellations: We always endeavour to reduce cancellation costs. However, please note a partial or entire charge may be levied to cover material costs and administrative fees if a made-to-order line is cancelled.

Product FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Do the colourful trays come included with the unit?

A: Yes. This unit is supplied complete with 6 shallow trays in your chosen colour, ensuring it is ready for immediate use the moment it arrives.

Q: Are shallow trays big enough for textbooks?

A: Shallow trays measure 76mm in height. While they can hold small textbooks, they are primarily optimised for storing A4 exercise books, daily stationery, and flat art paper without items getting buried at the bottom.

Q: Can I use our school's existing Gratnells trays in this unit?

A: Yes, absolutely. The internal runners are specifically designed to be fully compatible with industry-standard Gratnells trays as well as Monarch variants, giving you total flexibility.

Q: Do we need to assemble the carcass or attach the castors?

A: No. We know school estates teams are incredibly busy, so this unit is delivered 100% fully assembled. Our delivery team will even remove and recycle the protective packaging for you.

Q: How eco-friendly is this MFC furniture?

A: Highly sustainable. The 18mm maple MFC is manufactured in Wales using 85% recycled timber. It is FSC certified, and our suppliers plant five new trees for every single tree felled.

Q: Is this unit a safe height for nursery children?

A: Yes. With an overall height of just 617mm, this early years tray storage unit is positioned perfectly for young children to safely and independently retrieve their own materials.

Q: Can I order this to my house for a home tutoring setup?

A: Unfortunately, no. Due to the heavy-duty nature of our commercial-grade furniture and the specialist freight used, they cannot be delivered to residential addresses. We strictly ship to educational, NHS, and commercial premises.

Q: What does the 5-year guarantee cover?

A: The comprehensive 5-year warranty covers any structural or manufacturing defects found within the wooden carcass and the mobility castors, offering you total purchasing peace of mind.

Mobile Maple Storage Unit with 6 Shallow Trays

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Overview

Features

Safety & Warranty

Specifications & Dimensions

Delivery & Returns

Product FAQs

Product Overview: 6-Tray Mobile Maple Storage Unit

Maximise classroom efficiency with this highly practical, single column tray unit. Finished in a light, contemporary maple woodgrain, it visually brightens educational spaces while its low-level 617mm height empowers early years and primary students to safely access their own learning materials.

The Cobolt Advantage

  • Commercial-Grade Durability: Forged from dense 18mm MFC, the carcass of this mobile tray storage unit is built to withstand rigorous daily use without bowing or weakening, protecting your departmental budget long-term.
  • Optimised Footprint: The slim, single-column design occupies minimal floor space, making it an excellent under-desk companion or a neat addition to tight classroom corners.
  • Dynamic Mobility: Fitted with four premium castor wheels, educators can quickly reconfigure room layouts or share valuable resources between different learning zones with a simple push.

Organisation & Sustainability

  • Visual Sorting: Select from 23 distinct tray colours—ranging from translucent tints to solid brights—allowing teachers to colour-code by subject, reading group, or individual pupil for faster transitions.
  • Circular Economy Champion: Manufactured in Wales, the boards contain 85% recycled timber. Furthermore, our manufacturing partners plant five new trees for every single tree felled, ensuring exceptional eco-credentials.
  • Universal Integration: The internal runner system securely accommodates standard Gratnells tray storage unit sizes alongside Monarch trays, meaning you can effortlessly swap out existing school trays.

The Cobolt Standard

  • 50 Years of Heritage: We leverage half a century of B2B manufacturing expertise to ensure your furniture reliably survives the "school test."
  • Free UK Mainland Delivery: We champion transparent, predictable procurement by providing free, fully assembled delivery directly to your site.
  • Education Specialist Support: Our UK-based team understands the distinct needs of modern school estates and is always ready to assist with complex, multi-room fit-outs.

Where Is This Shallow Tray Storage Unit Used?

The light maple finish naturally brightens smaller spaces, making this unit highly sought after in nurseries and early years settings where an inviting atmosphere is key. Its compact 6-tray design also makes it a staple for primary school art corners, SEN breakout rooms, and school administrative offices requiring secure, sorted paperwork storage.

Key Features

  • 6 Shallow Trays Included — The 76mm depth is perfectly tailored for standard exercise books, loose worksheets, and individual pupil stationery.
  • 18mm Maple MFC Carcass — A contemporary, light wood-effect finish that brings a clean, modern aesthetic to traditional classrooms.
  • Smooth Mobile Base — Heavy-duty castors allow the unit to be effortlessly relocated, supporting agile teaching and flexible group work.
  • Gratnells Compatible Runners — Designed to securely hold both industry-standard Gratnells trays and Monarch variants.
  • Hygienic Wipe-Clean Finish — The non-porous laminate surface actively resists glue, ink, and spills, simplifying end-of-day cleaning routines.
  • 23 Tray Colour Options — Fully customise your unit to align with school branding, key stages, or specific curriculum subjects.
  • 617mm Low-Level Access — Specifically proportioned to allow young children to self-serve their resources safely.
  • Arrives Fully Assembled — Eliminates frustrating flat-pack assembly times; simply remove the packaging and slide in the trays.
Warranty icon
5-year commercial guarantee
Free delivery icon
Free Mainland UK Delivery
UK Manufactured icon
UK Manufactured

Cobolt Service & Ethos: Supporting School Estates

  • 50 Years of Expertise: We exclusively provide heavy-duty, commercial-grade furniture tailored to withstand the extreme demands of the UK public sector.
  • Free Delivery (UK Mainland): Your quoted price is your final price. We deliver fully assembled storage units directly to your site with no hidden freight costs.
  • Sustainability Partners: Crafted from FSC-certified timber, this unit is 100% recyclable at the end of its functional life, supporting your school's green initiatives.
  • Reliable Support: Our UK-based advisors offer dedicated assistance to school business managers and procurement officers for seamless, bulk ordering.

Built to Last. Backed for Reliability.

  • Independently tested and hand-built to meet BS EN 16121:2013 Level 2 British Standards, verifying its absolute strength, durability, and stability for severe educational use.
  • Constructed from heavy-duty 18mm MFC, ensuring the carcass frame maintains its rigid structural integrity and will not warp under the weight of heavily loaded trays.
  • Features a highly hygienic, wipe-clean maple laminate that resists daily classroom spills and withstands regular sanitisation by cleaning staff.
  • Equipped with premium anti-marking castor wheels, engineered to smoothly support the unit's 16kg weight without scuffing polished hall floors or snagging on carpets.
  • Supplied with a comprehensive 5-year commercial guarantee, securing your departmental budget against manufacturing and material defects.

This single column tray unit perfectly merges a space-conscious design with rigorous British manufacturing safety standards, delivering a highly dependable storage solution for modern learning spaces.

Age Suitability
EYFS & Primary
Material
18mm MFC (Maple)
Guarantee
5 Years
Specification
Details
Purpose / Benefit
External Dimensions
617mm(H) x 360mm(W) x 453mm(D)
Compact and low-level; ideal for young students or under-desk placement
Weight
16 kg
Provides a solid, anti-tip foundation while remaining light enough to roll
Tray Count
6 x Shallow Trays (Single Column)
Perfectly compartmentalised for individual pupil storage or task grouping
Tray Dimensions
312mm(W) x 425mm(D) x 76mm(H)
Optimised depth for A4 exercise books, worksheets, and standard stationery
Tray Compatibility
Gratnells & Monarch
Allows you to seamlessly swap trays with existing school storage systems
Carcass Finish
18mm MFC (Maple)
Delivers robust structural strength wrapped in a bright, modern aesthetic
Mobility
4 x Castor Wheels
Transforms static shelving into a dynamic, mobile classroom resource
Certification
BS EN 16121:2013 Level 2
Officially certified safe and durable for severe educational environments
Sustainability
85% Recycled Timber / FSC Certified
Highly eco-friendly; 100% recyclable at the end of its product life
Manufacture
Chirk, Wales (UK)
Supports domestic manufacturing while reducing your carbon footprint
Delivery
Fully Assembled
Saves site staff hours of manual labour; packaging is removed for you

FREE Delivery to UK Mainland Zone 1

Your order will be delivered on a standard 20 Working Days service.

For all other locations, please email help@coboltfurniture.co.uk for a quote.


  • Made to Order: Many of our products are manufactured specifically for your order. Because of this, returns depend on the product specifics and require prior permission from Cobolt Furniture.
  • Cancellations: We always endeavour to reduce cancellation costs. However, please note a partial or entire charge may be levied to cover material costs and administrative fees if a made-to-order line is cancelled.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Do the colourful trays come included with the unit?

A: Yes. This unit is supplied complete with 6 shallow trays in your chosen colour, ensuring it is ready for immediate use the moment it arrives.

Q: Are shallow trays big enough for textbooks?

A: Shallow trays measure 76mm in height. While they can hold small textbooks, they are primarily optimised for storing A4 exercise books, daily stationery, and flat art paper without items getting buried at the bottom.

Q: Can I use our school's existing Gratnells trays in this unit?

A: Yes, absolutely. The internal runners are specifically designed to be fully compatible with industry-standard Gratnells trays as well as Monarch variants, giving you total flexibility.

Q: Do we need to assemble the carcass or attach the castors?

A: No. We know school estates teams are incredibly busy, so this unit is delivered 100% fully assembled. Our delivery team will even remove and recycle the protective packaging for you.

Q: How eco-friendly is this MFC furniture?

A: Highly sustainable. The 18mm maple MFC is manufactured in Wales using 85% recycled timber. It is FSC certified, and our suppliers plant five new trees for every single tree felled.

Q: Is this unit a safe height for nursery children?

A: Yes. With an overall height of just 617mm, this early years tray storage unit is positioned perfectly for young children to safely and independently retrieve their own materials.

Q: Can I order this to my house for a home tutoring setup?

A: Unfortunately, no. Due to the heavy-duty nature of our commercial-grade furniture and the specialist freight used, they cannot be delivered to residential addresses. We strictly ship to educational, NHS, and commercial premises.

Q: What does the 5-year guarantee cover?

A: The comprehensive 5-year warranty covers any structural or manufacturing defects found within the wooden carcass and the mobility castors, offering you total purchasing peace of mind.

Overview

Product Overview: 6-Tray Mobile Maple Storage Unit

Maximise classroom efficiency with this highly practical, single column tray unit. Finished in a light, contemporary maple woodgrain, it visually brightens educational spaces while its low-level 617mm height empowers early years and primary students to safely access their own learning materials.

The Cobolt Advantage

  • Commercial-Grade Durability: Forged from dense 18mm MFC, the carcass of this mobile tray storage unit is built to withstand rigorous daily use without bowing or weakening, protecting your departmental budget long-term.
  • Optimised Footprint: The slim, single-column design occupies minimal floor space, making it an excellent under-desk companion or a neat addition to tight classroom corners.
  • Dynamic Mobility: Fitted with four premium castor wheels, educators can quickly reconfigure room layouts or share valuable resources between different learning zones with a simple push.

Organisation & Sustainability

  • Visual Sorting: Select from 23 distinct tray colours—ranging from translucent tints to solid brights—allowing teachers to colour-code by subject, reading group, or individual pupil for faster transitions.
  • Circular Economy Champion: Manufactured in Wales, the boards contain 85% recycled timber. Furthermore, our manufacturing partners plant five new trees for every single tree felled, ensuring exceptional eco-credentials.
  • Universal Integration: The internal runner system securely accommodates standard Gratnells tray storage unit sizes alongside Monarch trays, meaning you can effortlessly swap out existing school trays.

The Cobolt Standard

  • 50 Years of Heritage: We leverage half a century of B2B manufacturing expertise to ensure your furniture reliably survives the "school test."
  • Free UK Mainland Delivery: We champion transparent, predictable procurement by providing free, fully assembled delivery directly to your site.
  • Education Specialist Support: Our UK-based team understands the distinct needs of modern school estates and is always ready to assist with complex, multi-room fit-outs.

Features & Benefits

Where Is This Shallow Tray Storage Unit Used?

The light maple finish naturally brightens smaller spaces, making this unit highly sought after in nurseries and early years settings where an inviting atmosphere is key. Its compact 6-tray design also makes it a staple for primary school art corners, SEN breakout rooms, and school administrative offices requiring secure, sorted paperwork storage.

Key Features

  • 6 Shallow Trays Included — The 76mm depth is perfectly tailored for standard exercise books, loose worksheets, and individual pupil stationery.
  • 18mm Maple MFC Carcass — A contemporary, light wood-effect finish that brings a clean, modern aesthetic to traditional classrooms.
  • Smooth Mobile Base — Heavy-duty castors allow the unit to be effortlessly relocated, supporting agile teaching and flexible group work.
  • Gratnells Compatible Runners — Designed to securely hold both industry-standard Gratnells trays and Monarch variants.
  • Hygienic Wipe-Clean Finish — The non-porous laminate surface actively resists glue, ink, and spills, simplifying end-of-day cleaning routines.
  • 23 Tray Colour Options — Fully customise your unit to align with school branding, key stages, or specific curriculum subjects.
  • 617mm Low-Level Access — Specifically proportioned to allow young children to self-serve their resources safely.
  • Arrives Fully Assembled — Eliminates frustrating flat-pack assembly times; simply remove the packaging and slide in the trays.
Warranty icon
5-year commercial guarantee
Free delivery icon
Free Mainland UK Delivery
UK Manufactured icon
UK Manufactured

Cobolt Service & Ethos: Supporting School Estates

  • 50 Years of Expertise: We exclusively provide heavy-duty, commercial-grade furniture tailored to withstand the extreme demands of the UK public sector.
  • Free Delivery (UK Mainland): Your quoted price is your final price. We deliver fully assembled storage units directly to your site with no hidden freight costs.
  • Sustainability Partners: Crafted from FSC-certified timber, this unit is 100% recyclable at the end of its functional life, supporting your school's green initiatives.
  • Reliable Support: Our UK-based advisors offer dedicated assistance to school business managers and procurement officers for seamless, bulk ordering.

Safety & Warranty

Built to Last. Backed for Reliability.

  • Independently tested and hand-built to meet BS EN 16121:2013 Level 2 British Standards, verifying its absolute strength, durability, and stability for severe educational use.
  • Constructed from heavy-duty 18mm MFC, ensuring the carcass frame maintains its rigid structural integrity and will not warp under the weight of heavily loaded trays.
  • Features a highly hygienic, wipe-clean maple laminate that resists daily classroom spills and withstands regular sanitisation by cleaning staff.
  • Equipped with premium anti-marking castor wheels, engineered to smoothly support the unit's 16kg weight without scuffing polished hall floors or snagging on carpets.
  • Supplied with a comprehensive 5-year commercial guarantee, securing your departmental budget against manufacturing and material defects.

Specification Dimensions

This single column tray unit perfectly merges a space-conscious design with rigorous British manufacturing safety standards, delivering a highly dependable storage solution for modern learning spaces.

Age Suitability
EYFS & Primary
Material
18mm MFC (Maple)
Guarantee
5 Years
Specification
Details
Purpose / Benefit
External Dimensions
617mm(H) x 360mm(W) x 453mm(D)
Compact and low-level; ideal for young students or under-desk placement
Weight
16 kg
Provides a solid, anti-tip foundation while remaining light enough to roll
Tray Count
6 x Shallow Trays (Single Column)
Perfectly compartmentalised for individual pupil storage or task grouping
Tray Dimensions
312mm(W) x 425mm(D) x 76mm(H)
Optimised depth for A4 exercise books, worksheets, and standard stationery
Tray Compatibility
Gratnells & Monarch
Allows you to seamlessly swap trays with existing school storage systems
Carcass Finish
18mm MFC (Maple)
Delivers robust structural strength wrapped in a bright, modern aesthetic
Mobility
4 x Castor Wheels
Transforms static shelving into a dynamic, mobile classroom resource
Certification
BS EN 16121:2013 Level 2
Officially certified safe and durable for severe educational environments
Sustainability
85% Recycled Timber / FSC Certified
Highly eco-friendly; 100% recyclable at the end of its product life
Manufacture
Chirk, Wales (UK)
Supports domestic manufacturing while reducing your carbon footprint
Delivery
Fully Assembled
Saves site staff hours of manual labour; packaging is removed for you

Delivery & Returns

FREE Delivery to UK Mainland Zone 1

Your order will be delivered on a standard 20 Working Days service.

For all other locations, please email help@coboltfurniture.co.uk for a quote.


  • Made to Order: Many of our products are manufactured specifically for your order. Because of this, returns depend on the product specifics and require prior permission from Cobolt Furniture.
  • Cancellations: We always endeavour to reduce cancellation costs. However, please note a partial or entire charge may be levied to cover material costs and administrative fees if a made-to-order line is cancelled.

Product FAQs

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Do the colourful trays come included with the unit?

A: Yes. This unit is supplied complete with 6 shallow trays in your chosen colour, ensuring it is ready for immediate use the moment it arrives.

Q: Are shallow trays big enough for textbooks?

A: Shallow trays measure 76mm in height. While they can hold small textbooks, they are primarily optimised for storing A4 exercise books, daily stationery, and flat art paper without items getting buried at the bottom.

Q: Can I use our school's existing Gratnells trays in this unit?

A: Yes, absolutely. The internal runners are specifically designed to be fully compatible with industry-standard Gratnells trays as well as Monarch variants, giving you total flexibility.

Q: Do we need to assemble the carcass or attach the castors?

A: No. We know school estates teams are incredibly busy, so this unit is delivered 100% fully assembled. Our delivery team will even remove and recycle the protective packaging for you.

Q: How eco-friendly is this MFC furniture?

A: Highly sustainable. The 18mm maple MFC is manufactured in Wales using 85% recycled timber. It is FSC certified, and our suppliers plant five new trees for every single tree felled.

Q: Is this unit a safe height for nursery children?

A: Yes. With an overall height of just 617mm, this early years tray storage unit is positioned perfectly for young children to safely and independently retrieve their own materials.

Q: Can I order this to my house for a home tutoring setup?

A: Unfortunately, no. Due to the heavy-duty nature of our commercial-grade furniture and the specialist freight used, they cannot be delivered to residential addresses. We strictly ship to educational, NHS, and commercial premises.

Q: What does the 5-year guarantee cover?

A: The comprehensive 5-year warranty covers any structural or manufacturing defects found within the wooden carcass and the mobility castors, offering you total purchasing peace of mind.

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