Questions About This 800mm Black Glass Display Cabinet
Q: Why 800mm instead of a wider cabinet?
A: The 800mm width fits into alcoves, corridor recesses, reception corners and retail runs where the 1000mm and 1200mm models simply will not go. It is wide enough to present a curated collection across five shelves without the cabinet becoming the dominant feature in the room. Every other specification is shared with the wider models: same 360-degree glass, same 10 LEDs, same fire certification, same infinite-position rod track shelf system, same 12kg per shelf capacity.
Q: What does BS 5852:2006 Section 12 mean?
A: BS 5852:2006 Section 12 is the UK fire safety standard for commercial and public furniture. This cabinet is independently tested on the complete assembly. The certificate is downloadable immediately and can be forwarded to procurement or compliance teams. In retail, museum, education and public sector environments where fire compliance is a purchasing requirement, this certification clears the barrier.
Q: How does the shelf system work?
A: Five 5mm tempered glass shelves run on a continuous rod track the full interior height of the cabinet. Slide any shelf to any height and it locks in position. There are no predefined holes or fixed increments. Every height is available. Remove all five shelves entirely to open the full 1800mm column for floor-standing pieces or tall installations. Reconfigure in minutes when the product range changes, the season turns or items of significantly different sizes need accommodating.
Q: Why black instead of silver?
A: The black frame absorbs ambient light and creates contrast. Items appear to float against a dark ground. Black suits galleries, dark interiors, hospitality environments and collector rooms. The silver version is available for lighter settings. Both share identical dimensions and specification.
Q: Is this freestanding?
A: Yes. At 59.51kg the cabinet stands without wall-fixing. A single person can move it into position on delivery day. Plan the final location in advance so it only needs to be moved once. Once placed, the cabinet does not shift or flex.
Q: What type of glass is used?
A: All surrounding panels use 4mm toughened glass. The shelves use 5mm tempered glass, which is thicker because they carry product weight under continuous daily load. Toughened glass is the commercial-grade specification for display cabinets in public environments.
Q: How do the LED spotlights work?
A: Ten 6400K daylight spotlights are built permanently into the black aluminium frame. They cover the full 800mm width and every shelf level without hot spots or dark corners. The 6400K colour temperature renders accurate, true colour with no warm cast, which matters for jewellery, watches, merchandise and any items where colour accuracy affects the customer's perception of quality.
Q: Can I add more shelves?
A: Yes. Contact us after purchase and we will provide the exact 5mm tempered glass cutting dimensions for a local glazier. Additional shelf support rods are available from us separately.
Q: Is this suitable for a school trophy cabinet?
A: Yes. Five shelves accommodate a full season of trophies, awards and student achievement items across dedicated levels. The 360-degree glass provides visibility from the corridor as students, staff and visitors walk past. The lockable doors protect contents from unsupervised access. The BS 5852:2006 fire certification meets institutional procurement requirements for public buildings.
Q: How is this cabinet delivered?
A: Flat-packed on a pallet via tail-lift courier. Free to Zone 1 UK Mainland. Book-in service: we contact you to agree a delivery date. Telephone number required at checkout.
Q: Is Displaysense the supplier?
A: Yes. Displaysense is the UK's largest display cabinet specialist, operating since 1978. This is not a resold product. You deal directly with the team that designed it and knows the full range.
Q: Is this available in other sizes?
A: Yes. The DTS range runs from 400mm to 1200mm in both black and silver finishes. The next size up is the 1000mm black for more shelf width at the same specification. The direct silver equivalent at 800mm is the DTS801LED, identical in dimensions, shelf count and specification. All widths share the same fire certification, infinite-position rod track, toughened glass construction and integrated 6400K LED lighting.