{"product_id":"large-kemu-wood-ladder-1-5m-chocolate-japan-style","title":"Large Kemu Wood Ladder - 1.5m - Chocolate - Japan Style","description":"\u003cp\u003eA freestanding wooden ladder in a deep chocolate finish, made from kemu wood with a lean, minimalist shape. It stands tall in a space and leans against the wall, ready to hold towels, throws or blankets without needing fixings or hardware. The darker tone adds warmth and contrast to neutral, earthy or Japandi-inspired rooms.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eWhat you'll notice\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe chocolate-brown finish gives it a more refined, contemporary look than lighter woods, grounding the space with deeper colour.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eFour rungs provide room to drape several towels or a folded blanket, each item hanging at a different level.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIt leans rather than stands upright, so it takes very little floor space and can be moved room to room as needed.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe wood shows visible grain, keeping a natural, handmade feel despite the clean lines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eKemu wood, a simple finish\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKemu is a hardwood grown in Asia, valued for its workability and durability. This piece is finished in a rich chocolate stain that deepens the grain without covering it, then sealed to protect against bathroom humidity. The joints are simple and sturdy, built to hold weight without flexing.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003ePlacement and care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLean it against a wall in the bathroom, bedroom or hallway, angling the feet slightly out for balance. The darker finish handles splashes well, but wipe any standing water promptly to keep the wood from swelling. Dust with a soft cloth and, if the finish dulls over time, a light application of furniture oil will bring it back.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eA Japanese aesthetic\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe design draws on the Japanese aesthetic of wabi-sabi: functional, unadorned objects that age gracefully and bring warmth to a space through their materiality rather than decoration. A leaning ladder of this kind is a staple in Japandi interiors, where the blend of Scandinavian simplicity and Japanese restraint favours natural wood, clean lines and pieces that serve a purpose without demanding attention.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eSize and structure\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStanding around shoulder height or taller when leaned, with four horizontal rungs evenly spaced. It arrives fully assembled and weighs enough to stay stable when draped with damp towels.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eA considered gift\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt suits someone setting up a first bathroom with care, a minimalist who values function and form equally, or anyone drawn to Japanese-inspired interiors. The darker wood makes it a more grown-up, grounding piece than the usual pale ladder.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it mark the wall?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThe back of the ladder is smooth wood, so it won't scratch painted or tiled walls. If you're concerned, a small felt pad at each contact point will protect both surfaces.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan it be used outdoors?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\nThis is finished for indoor use. Prolonged exposure to rain or direct sun will fade the stain and eventually crack the wood, so keep it inside or under full cover.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"SHAMTAM","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54021928517946,"sku":"TLD-06","price":82.95,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0756\/8307\/0266\/files\/bG9jYWw6Ly9tZWRpYS85Uy8wRS82MFIzMEMxSjY4VDMwRTlTL2JhMjIzY2U4LmpwZw.png?v=1789988553","url":"https:\/\/shamtam.com\/products\/large-kemu-wood-ladder-1-5m-chocolate-japan-style","provider":"SHAMTAM","version":"1.0","type":"link"}