Coffee Bar Ideas for Small Spaces
In a small space, put the coffee bar on a rolling cart, a slim wall shelf or a pegboard, so it uses floor or wall space instead of the counter. The steel cart below is 16.7 in wide, its maker lists.
The Picks
- 1Seville Classics
Seville Classics 3-Tier Steel Cart with Handle, Black
For a full coffee station that rolls into a gap.
Three bins on a steel frame, 16.7 in wide, with 2 locking wheels.
16.7 in wide x 13.9 in deep x 34.9 in high · 6.6 lb per bin, 19.8 lb total
See it on Seville Classics → - 2IKEA
IKEA RÅSKOG Utility Cart
For a narrow spot beside the fridge or a doorway.
Three tiers hold 13 lb each and 40 lb in total, on lockable castors (small wheels).
13¾ x 17¾ x 30⅜ in · epoxy powder-coated steel
See it on IKEA → - 3Umbra
Umbra Bellwood Bar & Storage Cart
For a cart that doubles as a serving tray.
Two tiers hold 30 lb each, and the top tray lifts off.
20.78 x 17.16 x 31.39 in · rubber-rimmed wheels
See it on Umbra → - 4Umbra
Umbra Solis Adjustable Wall Shelf
For a wall-only coffee bar with no floor space.
Four bent-steel shelves hold 15 lb each and mount with the curve facing up or down.
Set of four shelves · spacing is up to you
See it on Umbra → - 5IKEA
IKEA SKÅDIS Pegboard, 22x22"
For a wall setup you want to rearrange later.
A 22 x 22 in fiberboard pegboard that takes SKÅDIS accessories, sold separately.
Fiberboard with acrylic paint · wall screws are sold separately
See it on IKEA → - 6Umbra
Umbra Surf Shelf, Set of 2
For two slim shelves above a cart or counter.
Two steel shelves, 17 x 7 x 3.9 in each, hold up to 15 lb apiece.
Powder-coated steel · shelves clip together with a hidden connector
See it on Umbra →
Pick the Spot by the Outlet
Start where the outlet is. A coffee machine and a grinder each need a plug, so the cart or shelf goes within cord reach.
Measure the floor gap or the wall width there. The carts' smallest side runs from 13¾ in on the RÅSKOG to 17.16 in on the Bellwood cart.
Check the Machine Weight Against the Limit
Look up your machine's weight in its manual. Then compare it with the shelf or tier limit.
A RÅSKOG tier holds 13 lb, a Bellwood cart tray holds 30 lb and a Solis or Surf shelf holds 15 lb, per their makers. Put heavy machines on the lowest tier that still works for you.
Mount Wall Pieces Into the Right Fixings
The SKÅDIS pegboard ships without wall screws. Choose screws and anchors for your wall type, and use studs where you can.
Surf shelves include screws, per Umbra.