Count the physical jackets, measure the intended location and compare both with a current product specification. Capacity is approximate because a gatefold, boxed set and single LP occupy different widths.
Updated 15 August 2026. Use each linked product page for the current model name, dimensions, approximate capacity, wheel specification, finish, price and availability.
How should you read an LP capacity number?
On Atelier Article product pages, an LP means a standard 12-inch long-playing record in its jacket. A label such as “approximately 120 records” is a planning capacity, not a promise that every collection of 120 releases will fit.
Count boxed sets as physical packages, not as one title in a Discogs list. Measure with protective outer sleeves fitted. If the row would be packed completely tight, move to the next size or ask about a custom depth; records should remain easy to lift and browse.
Current Atelier Article capacities at a glance
Prices are live from the product pages; "from" means the price of the smallest configuration. Footprint is the floor area the stand occupies, width × depth.
| Model | Approximate capacity | Measured format | Standard mobility | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| COMB wire-frame stand | About 60 LPs | 22 × 30 × 18 cm | Fixed; no wheels | £98 |
| Metal crate | 80, 100 or 120 records | 34 cm wide; 42, 52 or 62 cm deep | Four freely rotating, non-locking wheels | from £180 |
| DJ cart | 80 or 100 records | 34 cm wide × 80 cm high; 42 or 52 cm deep | Four freely rotating, non-locking wheels | from £188 |
| Double-Deck cart | 160 or 200 records | Two straight-sided open levels | Four freely rotating, non-locking wheels | from £215 |
| Triple-Deck cart | 180 or 360 records | 34 or 67 cm wide × 34 cm deep × 96 cm high | Four freely rotating, non-locking wheels | from £248 |
| Four-Tier Gen 2 | Approximately 240 LPs | 34 × 34 cm footprint × 125 cm high | Four freely rotating, non-locking wheels | £376 |
How much floor and clearance does a stand need?
Height is rarely the problem: a 12-inch record in its jacket needs about 32–33 cm of vertical clearance inside the unit, and every model here is built around that. What decides fit is the floor footprint and the access in front of it. Open steel frames can sit flush against a wall because records are pulled from the front and sides, so the only extra space to plan is the browsing zone: about 40–50 cm of standing room in front to lift a record out without catching its neighbours. Measure the limiting width and depth of the spot, check for a shelf or window above (the Four-Tier stands 125 cm high), then compare with the "measured format" column.
Weight matters for the surface, not the stand: a standard LP in its sleeve weighs roughly 180–220 g, so 100 records are 18–22 kg and 200 are close to 40 kg. A welded steel frame does not deform under that; a desktop model still needs a shelf that can take it. Two stands with the same footprint also feel different in a room — a solid cabinet on a 34 × 34 cm base reads as furniture, an open frame on the same base reads as almost nothing, because you see the floor and wall through it.
For about 60 records, start with placement
The COMB stand is the only fixed model in this comparison. Its 22 cm width suits a shelf, desk or media console, while its 30 cm depth must still be checked against the furniture below it. It is useful for a compact collection or the records currently in rotation.
The wheeled crate changes depth at 80, 100 and 120 records. The 80 cm-high DJ cart is a floor-standing listening-room option, not a road case.
For 160 to 200 records, compare access and finish
The Double-Deck keeps two groups of records in a tall, straight-sided frame. The approximately 160- and 200-record versions are distinct capacity options; use the product page for current finish choices and price.
If your counted jackets sit close to 160, the 200-record version gives more browsing room. That is a decision based on the records already present and the width you can accommodate—not a prediction that every collector grows at the same rate.
For 180 to 360 records, width and height decide
The Triple-Deck uses three levels and offers two very different widths. Its 180-record model is 34 cm wide; the 360-record model is 67 cm wide. Both use a 34 cm depth and a loaded height of 96 cm. The wider version requires assembly on arrival, while the narrower version is supplied assembled.
The Four-Tier Gen 2 moves upward instead: approximately 240 LPs in a 34 × 34 cm floor footprint, at 125 cm high. Wider bottom bars and rear horizontal supports are published Gen 2 construction details.
All mobile formats in this guide use freely rotating, non-locking wheels as standard. A loaded stand typically requires a deliberate push on level tile or parquet, but that is not a guarantee that it cannot move accidentally. Locking wheels can be requested as a custom option.
Compare all current capacity options
The Atelier Article vinyl record storage collection shows current configurations, finishes and prices. Use the model page as the final specification before ordering.
Use your own buying pattern, not a universal buffer
There is no honest percentage that describes every record collection. One person buys weekly, another replaces rather than accumulates, and another inherits a large group at once. A fixed “add 50 percent” rule hides those differences.
Count what you own, note any incoming purchases you already know about and decide how much empty browsing space you are comfortable keeping. When capacity and available dimensions conflict, measure the room first and choose from the footprint column, not the capacity column.
Three of the six, with what buyers wrote
Metal Crate, 80 / 100 / 120 Records
The same width at every capacity; only the depth changes, so choose it by the gap you have. Crier: "A beautiful piece in an electric blue. It holds my vinyls perfectly and looks like some luxury mid century art. The design does not collect dust in the bottom and the wheels are perfect." Ali: "It's sturdy, the perfect size, and shipped quickly!"
View the three-depth crateTriple-Deck Storage Cart
Three open tiers, 96 cm high loaded. The 180 model arrives assembled; the 360 model arrives flat and the top gates screw on. Eight finishes, from black through red and yellow to a clear coat over raw steel. Read the reviews →
View Triple-Deck specificationsFour-Tier Stand, Gen 2
The tallest way to store records on the smallest floor: four open tiers, one dining-chair footprint. Gen 2 adds wider bottom bars and rear horizontal supports. Check the height against any shelf or window sill above the spot before ordering. Read the reviews →
View the Four-Tier Gen 2When none of the six capacities fits
Atelier Article accepts custom work. Dimensions, capacity, finish, construction details, and wheel type may be adapted — the workshop confirms feasibility, price and lead time before you order.
Send the available width, depth and height; the target record capacity; preferred finish; wheel preference; and delivery destination through the custom vinyl storage page. Those measurements are more useful than asking for a generic “large” stand.
Collections that mix formats need one more number: 7-inch singles want a shallower tier of their own. We covered that math — and a custom two-tower build with a dedicated 45s section on top — in our guide to 45 record storage.
Frequently asked questions
How is vinyl record stand capacity measured?
Atelier Article capacities estimate standard 12-inch LPs in typical jackets. Gatefolds, box sets, dividers and protective outer sleeves take more room, so capacity is approximate rather than a guaranteed exact count.
How much floor space does a vinyl record stand need?
Our floor models start at a 34 × 34 cm footprint (Triple-Deck 180, Four-Tier) and go to 67 × 34 cm (Triple-Deck 360). Open frames can sit flush against a wall; allow about 40–50 cm of standing room in front to browse.
Which Atelier Article stand fits about 60 records?
The fixed COMB wire-frame stand is rated for approximately 60 LPs and measures 22 × 30 × 18 cm. It is intended for a desk, shelf or console and does not have wheels.
Which Atelier Article vinyl stands are mobile?
The 80–120 record crate, 80–100 record DJ cart, 160–200 record Double-Deck, 180–360 record Triple-Deck and 240+ record Four-Tier stand use wheels. Standard wheels rotate freely and do not lock; locking wheels can be requested as a custom option when technically feasible.
Should I add 50 percent for future record purchases?
There is no universal growth percentage. Count the jackets you own, consider your actual buying pattern and available room, and avoid choosing a configuration that would be tightly packed on arrival.
Can Atelier Article make a different vinyl stand capacity?
Yes. Atelier Article accepts custom work, and dimensions, capacity, finish, construction details, and wheel type may be adapted when technically feasible. The workshop confirms feasibility, price and lead time before you order.
For the complete choice beyond capacity, compare placement, footprint and browsing style in the Atelier Article vinyl record stand guide.
