{"title":"Rat Shelves \u0026 Climbing Ledges","description":"\u003cp\u003eUse rat cage furniture to connect levels and add places to perch. Compare these rat climbing accessories by the space in your cage, the number of shelves you need and the fittings described on each product page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eChoose one perch or a set of shelves\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/gothic-bat-wing-rat-cage-shelf-perch\"\u003eBat-wing shelf:\u003c\/a\u003e a single shaped perch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/dragon-rat-shelf-set\"\u003eDragon shelf set:\u003c\/a\u003e two matching shelves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/mushroom-rat-shelf-set\"\u003eMushroom shelf set:\u003c\/a\u003e two woodland-themed shelves.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"\/products\/rat-accessory-pixel-heart-shelves\"\u003ePixel-heart shelves:\u003c\/a\u003e three separate perches to arrange around the cage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCheck the fit before ordering\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCompare each rat cage platform with your available space and bar spacing, using its dimensions and attachment points. These product listings include metal cage fittings for indoor wire cages. Read the fitting and care details for the exact shelf, and \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/contact\"\u003eask us for a missing measurement\u003c\/a\u003e if you need it to check the fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlan how each rat ledge connects with the rest of the cage. The \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/best-rat-accessories-by-cage-zone\"\u003ecage-zone guide\u003c\/a\u003e helps you place sleeping, climbing, feeding and foraging areas together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor more options, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/rat-care-hub\"\u003ebrowse rat cage accessories\u003c\/a\u003e or explore \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/gothic-rat-cage-accessories\"\u003egothic cage ideas\u003c\/a\u003e. Read the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/safe-decorative-rat-cage-accessories\"\u003edecorative cage accessory guide\u003c\/a\u003e for fit and inspection checks.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"dragon-rat-shelf-set","title":"Dragon Rat Shelf Set","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA pair of dragon-shaped rat cage shelves for building climbing routes and adding a coordinated fantasy theme.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMount the two shelves at matching or staggered heights to break up open vertical space and create extra ledges for climbing and perching. Metal fittings for standard wire cage bars are included.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-features\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e two dragon rat shelves and metal cage fittings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate size:\u003c\/strong\u003e each shelf is approximately 20–25 cm wide\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse:\u003c\/strong\u003e indoor rat cages with standard wire bars\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Handmade to order in Cumbria. Dispatched in around 7 working days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBefore you order\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck the available cage space, bar spacing and intended shelf positions. The pair can be mounted at different heights to suit your cage layout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare and safety\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWipe with a damp cloth and allow the shelves to dry fully before returning them to the cage. Check all fittings and shelf edges during normal cage cleans; remove a shelf if it becomes damaged, rough or heavily chewed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDelivery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Free UK shipping. Tracked international shipping is available at checkout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor standard, unused items, see \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/returns\"\u003eReturns and cancellations\u003c\/a\u003e for the cancellation notification and return steps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow it fixes:\u003c\/strong\u003e a headless bolt screws into a threaded metal insert in the piece, goes through the cage and is held on the outside with washers and a wing nut, so it tightens by hand. Fits cage bars up to about 2.5 cm (1 in).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ripleys Nest","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54438008521052,"sku":"044","price":24.88,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0834\/5446\/0252\/files\/10-4299243432-rat-v3.png?v=1789577502"},{"product_id":"gothic-bat-wing-rat-cage-shelf-perch","title":"Bat Wing Rat Cage Shelf","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA gothic bat-wing rat cage shelf that adds an elevated perch and breaks up empty vertical space.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sculpted wing shape creates a usable ledge for climbing, perching and moving between cage levels. It can be mounted at different positions or angles on standard wire bars using the included metal fittings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-features\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSize:\u003c\/strong\u003e approx. 20-25 cm wide; handmade pieces vary slightly\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e one bat-wing shelf and metal cage fittings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFit:\u003c\/strong\u003e standard indoor wire cage bars\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Handmade to order in Cumbria. Dispatched in around 7 working days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBefore you order\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck the approximate width, cage bar spacing and intended position before ordering. Mount the shelf securely and leave clear routes between cage levels.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare and safety\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWipe with a damp cloth and allow it to dry fully before returning it to the cage. Check the fittings and shelf surface during normal cage cleans, and remove it if it becomes damaged or rough.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDelivery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Free UK shipping. Tracked international shipping is available at checkout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/pages\/gothic-rat-cage-accessories\"\u003eBrowse the gothic rat cage accessories guide\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow it fixes:\u003c\/strong\u003e a headless bolt screws into a threaded metal insert in the piece, goes through the cage and is held on the outside with washers and a wing nut, so it tightens by hand. Fits cage bars up to about 2.5 cm (1 in).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ripleys Nest","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54443702288732,"sku":"010","price":24.63,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0834\/5446\/0252\/files\/1_98f76100-d642-42b2-b166-456d77a8d2e4.png?v=1746185515"},{"product_id":"mushroom-rat-shelf-set","title":"Mushroom Rat Shelf Pair","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA pair of mushroom rat cage shelves for adding two climbing ledges to a woodland-themed cage.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMount the two shelves at matching or staggered heights to break up open vertical space and create extra places for climbing and perching. Each pair shares the same mushroom theme but is individually hand-finished, so small differences are normal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-features\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e two mushroom rat shelves and metal cage fittings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eApproximate size:\u003c\/strong\u003e each shelf is 25 cm wide x 13 cm high x 5 cm deep\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse:\u003c\/strong\u003e indoor rat cages with standard wire bars\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Handmade to order in Cumbria. Dispatched in around 7 working days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBefore you order\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck the available cage space, bar spacing and intended shelf positions. The two shelves mount independently, so they can be placed together or staggered to suit your cage layout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare and safety\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWipe with a damp cloth and allow the shelves to dry fully before returning them to the cage. Do not submerge or pressure-wash. Check all fittings and shelf edges during normal cage cleans; remove a shelf if it becomes damaged, rough or heavily chewed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDelivery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Free UK shipping. Tracked international shipping is available at checkout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStandard unused items can be returned within 14 days of delivery in their original condition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow it fixes:\u003c\/strong\u003e a headless bolt screws into a threaded metal insert in the piece, goes through the cage and is held on the outside with washers and a wing nut, so it tightens by hand. Fits cage bars up to about 2.5 cm (1 in).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ripleys Nest","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54460533375324,"sku":"092","price":23.67,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0834\/5446\/0252\/files\/il_fullxfull.8606927738_ceja.jpg?v=1790941084"},{"product_id":"rat-accessory-pixel-heart-shelves","title":"Pixel Heart Rat Cage Shelves, Set of 3","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"product-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eA set of three pixel-heart rat cage shelves with included fittings, designed to create separate perches and staggered climbing points.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe blocky retro-game shape makes the shelves easy to recognise while the three-piece set lets you spread them around the cage rather than relying on one fixed platform.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"key-features\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIncluded:\u003c\/strong\u003e three pixel-heart shelves and metal cage fittings for each shelf\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLayout:\u003c\/strong\u003e mount together or stagger at different heights\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUse:\u003c\/strong\u003e indoor rat cages with standard wire bars\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduction:\u003c\/strong\u003e Handmade to order in Cumbria. Dispatched in around 7 working days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlan the layout before ordering\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCheck the gallery views and attachment points against your cage bars. Leave sensible clearance between each shelf and other cage furniture so rats can move between the levels comfortably.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCare and safety\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWipe with a damp cloth and allow each shelf to dry fully before returning it to the cage. Check the fittings and edges during normal cage cleans and remove any shelf that becomes loose, damaged, rough or heavily chewed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDelivery:\u003c\/strong\u003e Free UK shipping. Tracked international shipping is available at checkout.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ledges-climbing\"\u003eBrowse more rat shelves and climbing pieces\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow it fixes:\u003c\/strong\u003e a headless bolt screws into a threaded metal insert in the piece, goes through the cage and is held on the outside with washers and a wing nut, so it tightens by hand. Fits cage bars up to about 2.5 cm (1 in).\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ripleys Nest","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55077953700188,"sku":"108","price":29.88,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0834\/5446\/0252\/files\/24-4339451037-rat-v3.png?v=1789577553"},{"product_id":"honeycomb-rat-shelves-set-of-three","title":"Honeycomb Rat Shelves, Set of Three","description":"\u003cp\u003eThree yellow honeycomb rat shelves add mounted resting and climbing spots to your cage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMade to order. Ready to dispatch in around 7 working days.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eArrange the three hexagonal shelves to suit your cage layout. Each has an open front, side openings and raised bee-and-honeycomb detail on the back. The set gives you three matching perches, rather than one fixed joined panel.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3 yellow honeycomb shelves\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCage mounting fittings\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eYellow only. Cage, rats, bedding, food and other accessories are not included.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eSize and material\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eEach shelf is approximately 15 cm high × 17.3 cm wide × 10.9 cm deep. These are outer sizes from the current supplied product record, not usable passage dimensions or a load rating.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePolymer with metal fittings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003ePlacement and care\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eMount the three shelves to suitable cage bars with their fittings. Check your cage space and intended layout before ordering. The photographed honeycomb arrangement is one example of placing the three shelves.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe recommend wiping the piece with a damp cloth and drying it before returning it to the cage. Check the piece and any fittings regularly, and remove any damaged item.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eBefore you order\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow many shelves do I receive?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThree shelves with mounting fittings. A single shelf is not offered separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAre the shelves joined together?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. The offer is a set of three individual shelves that can be positioned as shown or arranged to suit your cage.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs a load rating available?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA verified load rating and universal cage-bar fit are not established. Contact us if you need help checking a particular mounting arrangement.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eDelivery and returns\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eReady to dispatch in around 7 working days. Transit time is additional. See our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ripleysnest.co.uk\/pages\/shipping\"\u003edelivery information\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/ripleysnest.co.uk\/pages\/returns\"\u003ereturns information\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Ripleys Nest","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":59338753081692,"sku":"HCS-003","price":36.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0834\/5446\/0252\/files\/hcs-003-01-photo.png?v=1790949082"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0834\/5446\/0252\/collections\/5_d2ceaae3-8e77-4712-83a0-4e13bedff971.png?v=1776542982","url":"https:\/\/ripleysnest.com\/collections\/ledges-climbing.oembed","provider":"Ripleys Nest","version":"1.0","type":"link"}