Loia: French design for music, vinyl and Hi-Fi
LOIA Vinyl Storage - Black
The LOIA Vinyl Storage is a compact and elegant record holder for up to 60 LPs. Made from powder-coated steel and walnut or beech, it is ideal for keeping favourite records close at hand.
The LOIA Vinyl Storage is designed for the records you want to keep near your turntable. It is perfect for new arrivals, favourite albums or the LPs currently in heavy rotation. The open design makes it easy to browse through your records while keeping your current selection visible and organised.
The combination of powder-coated steel and walnut or beech gives this vinyl accessory a calm, modern look. Its compact size makes it easy to place next to a turntable, hi-fi console or larger record cabinet, while still offering room for up to 60 records. This makes it a practical and stylish solution for everyday listening.
Origin: made in France and Spain
Loia: French design for music, vinyl and Hi-Fi
How many LPs fit in the black LOIA Vinyl Storage?
The holder stores up to approximately 60 records. Thick gatefold jackets and outer sleeves can reduce the practical capacity, so leave a little space for browsing rather than packing it completely tight.
What are the dimensions of this compact vinyl storage?
The LOIA holder measures approximately 32 × 22 × 30 cm and weighs 2.2 kg. Its small footprint makes it suitable for a shelf, sideboard or floor position close to the turntable.
Which record formats is the LOIA storage designed for?
It is designed around standard 12-inch LP sleeves stored upright. Smaller 7-inch records will need additional dividers or a separate storage solution to remain properly supported.
What materials are used in the black version?
The black model combines powder-coated steel plates with solid beech wooden rails. It is manufactured in France and Spain.
Does the LOIA record holder require assembly?
Yes. The steel plates are pressed into the grooves in the wooden rails. The instructions advise using a mallet rather than a metal hammer, which could damage the powder-coated finish.
Can I carry the LOIA holder when it is full of records?
Do not lift a loaded holder by the steel plates, because they are inserted rather than permanently fixed. Move it by holding the wooden rails, and reduce the load first when possible.
How should this open LP storage be cleaned?
Use a soft cloth dampened with clean water or mild soap, then dry the surfaces with a soft cloth. Avoid chemical or abrasive cleaners that could mark the powder coating or wood.
How quickly is the black LOIA Vinyl Storage shipped, and can it be returned?
The manufacturer lists dispatch within two to three working days with tracking. A return is possible within 14 days, with return costs normally paid by the customer.
Which type of vinyl storage suits my collection?
Use a compact stand or crate for a small rotation, a front-browsing bin for regular listening and a record cabinet or modular system for a larger collection. The collection includes 20- and 40-LP stands, 60-LP holders, open crates, wall storage and furniture holding several hundred records.
How much LP storage should I plan for future purchases?
Choose capacity above the current record count rather than filling every compartment immediately. A little spare room makes browsing easier and leaves space for new releases. Expandable systems such as Kiyo and Display LUNA are useful when collection growth is expected but the final size is uncertain.
Should records be stored upright?
Yes. Store discs vertically on edge and support partly filled sections so the sleeves do not lean sharply. Avoid stacking LPs flat for long periods, and do not pack a record shelf so tightly that jackets must be pulled out with force.
What is the difference between front-browsing and spine-facing record storage?
Front-browsing bins show cover artwork and make it easy to flip through albums, but they usually need more depth. Spine-facing shelves use wall space efficiently and suit alphabetical organization. Many collectors combine both: archive most LPs by spine and keep current listening in a flip bin.
Which vinyl storage works well in a small room?
Wall-mounted record storage, cube inserts and compact 20–60 LP stands use limited floor area efficiently. Measure wall load, shelf depth and access before choosing a solution. A small footprint is useful only when records remain upright and easy to remove.
Can record storage be expanded later?
Several products are designed for growth. Kiyo modules can be rearranged and extended, Display LUNA accepts additional shelves, and separate crates or bins can be added in stages. Check connection systems and maximum stacking guidance before expanding vertically.
Which materials are common in LP storage furniture?
Options include solid oak or walnut, plywood, powder-coated steel, bamboo, acrylic dividers and coated fibreboard. Material alone does not determine suitability; also check shelf load, joinery, stability and whether the finish is easy to maintain around frequently handled records.
How should I protect records once they are organized?
Keep vinyl storage away from direct heat, sunlight and damp areas. Use clean inner sleeves, avoid PVC outer sleeves for long-term storage and leave enough room to handle jackets by their edges. Dust open storage regularly without spraying cleaner near the records.