The asterisk helps to provide orientation with regard to components and units. For example, a shelf model 12x marked *12 fits an open unit width *12. A CD drawer model 33 has dimensions *3 x *3 and fits a unit or a space with width and height *3.

What are the inner dimensions of the drawers?

Int. dimensions	Depth 30 238 mm	Depth 38 380 mm	Depth 46 468 mm
Width
*6 297mm	297 x 238	297 x 318	297 x 406
*7 354mm	354 x 238	354 x 318	354 x 406
*8 411mm	411 x 238	411 x 318	411 x 406
*12 639mm	639 x 238	639 x 318	639 x 406

Int. height	H 2 Model 62 Model 82 Model 122	H 3 Model 63 Model 83 Model 123
Height excl. shadow list	71 mm	128 mm
Height incl. shadow list	83 mm	140 mm

Can I have drawers / shallow drawers with a 20 cm depth?

Drawers and shallow drawers are not manufactured in 20 cm depth as this would offer a minimal degree of utilisation.

Can I fit locks on the drawers?

Locks can be fitted to drawers at the top of the unit and drawers with a shelf immediately above them.

Do you have inserts / dividers for drawers and shallow drawers?

For drawer model 63 we supply an aluminium CD insert (CD6).
For shallow drawer unit 33, which can also be used to store CDs, we supply a rubber mat (CD-Gum) that prevents CDs from sliding.
Other drawers and TV units can be equipped with CD and DVD inserts.
For office cases we supply pen trays as well as a series of different dividers.

How much room is there behind the doors?

15.3 cm for unit with 20 cm depth.
25.3 cm for unit with 30 cm depth.
33.3 cm for unit with 38 cm depth.
41.8 cm for unit with 46.8 cm depth.

Can I put drawers and shallow drawers behind the doors?

No - this is not possible as the drawers/shallow drawers cannot be opened for the door.

What do *12, *8, *6 etc. mean?

Montana’s dimensions are built up in increments of twelve based on the basic unit marked *12 x *12 = 69.6 x 69.6 cm.
An asterisk dimension * is the same as 5.7 cm.
The equation for the shelving unit outer dimensions for a *12 unit (69.6 cm) is calculated as follows: 12 x 5.7 cm + 1.2 cm = 69.6 cm.
The inner dimensions of a unit *12 unit are calculated as 12 x 5.7cm – 1.2 cm, which gives 67.2 cm. The dimensions of the other units and components can be calculated in the same way.

Can I get a Montana shelving unit without backing?

As backing is part of Montana construction, Montana without backing is not possible.
If you are looking for a shelving unit as a transparent room divider, you can choose units with glass backing.

How high up on the wall should I mount my shelving units?

There are no fixed guidelines for wall mounting as the best positioning depends on several factors, including the height of the unit. Consideration should also be given to aesthetics such as other horizontal and vertical lines in the room and the positioning and height of other furniture. Finally, functionality must be taken into account – positioning must be practical and functional.

Why can I not mount units 1111/ 4111/ 6111/ 7111 on the wall?

These units have no vertical partitioning that “touches” the bottom – i.e. you risk bending the bottom if you expose the unit to overloading.

Can I fit wheels on all units?

Yes - with the exception of wardrobes and wardrobe units, and units 1111, 4111, 6111, 7111 and 8111 without a permanent vertical partition. If several units are placed on top of each other you will need a base plate mounted on wheels.

Why are there supporting rails under *12 units (width 69.6cm) on wheels?

Supporting rails are fitted under *12 units with wheels to prevent bending over time.

Where can I find a TV unit?

Montana is a design system that offers unlimited possibilities for designing customised TV and Hi-fi solutions.
A TV unit can be made up of Montana elements that can be placed on a base, mounted on the wall, mounted on wheels or mounted on a base on wheels.
Montana can also be used for storing DVD players, CDs and loudspeakers etc.

Montana Skyline, Monterey benches and Verner Panton’s Wire Shelf can also be used as TV and Hi-fi solutions.

See Montana TV hi-fi units

See Montana loudspeakers

What do I do with cables/wiring that needs to be “fed through” the backing?

A cable lead-in can be fitted to the backing.

It is also possible to have a hole made in the rear edge of shelving so that cables and wiring can be fed through the sections.

Can Montana be used in the bathroom?

Yes, Montana can be used in the bathroom provided that units do not come into direct contact with water. Montana must not be exposed to a moist or damp environment for extended periods of time, but must be wiped down.

You can also use Verner Panton’s Wire Shelf or Montana Skyline in glass for the bathroom.

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