Nostalgi

The Nostalgi hat/shoe rack was designed by Gunnar Bolin in 1937. The rack has come and gone over the years, but is now regarded as a classic in the history of Swedish furniture. The brackets and anchor hooks are made of recycled aluminium joined together by wooden oak bars. Nostalgi can be extended to any length with an extension part comprising a middle bracket, bars and anchor hooks.

Maintenance: Aluminium is repellent from dirt and liquids, but beware of water, which can lead to stains and rust. Wipe the surface with a soft, damp cloth in mild detergent. For dirtier and patched metal, use a damp cloth in pure alcohol. Never use solvent on lacquered or treated metal.

Wood is a material that may vary in colour, which makes every piece of furniture unique. The endurance of the surface depends on the treatment of the wood or its toughness. Many surfaces can get damaged by using too powerful and scratchy detergents, for example scouring powders and pastes, scouring pads, steel wool or similar.

Clear lacquered wood is treated with a clear varnish. The surface is tough and only needs some dusting or cleaning with a mild detergent. Powder coated surfaces are completely covered with paint. Powder coating colours in white can be extra sensitive to pigments in food, sodas, red wine and coffee. Stains should be washed off as soon as possible.

End-of-life: Essem Design offers accessories and spare parts to keep your Nostalgi rack going for several decades. We also encourage to sell it on the second-hand market. However, when the product’s end-of-life is finally reached, it is important to leave it at a professional waste plant to ensure best possible material recycling.