INSTRUCTIONS
How to Fill Your Doorstopper:
- Unzip the base and reveal the inner bag.
- Fill with silica or play sand - available from hardware stores.
- Gently guide the bag into the centre of the pyramid and nestle it within the white fibre, ensuring a snug fit at the top.
- Add sand slowly, one cup at a time, allowing it to settle evenly. When filled with 4 kg, secure neatly with a cable tie.
- Zip closed and smooth into shape - your piece is now ready to hold space.
FAQs
What are the dimensions of the pyramid?
Each SALABIM pyramid measures approximately:
20 × 19 × 24 cm
How heavy is it?
Our standard filled door stopper weighs approximately 4kg, providing stability and balance for everyday use.
We also offer a travel-ready unfilled option, allowing customers to fill it locally.
What can I use it for besides holding doors?
SALABIM pieces are designed as versatile interior objects. They can:
Hold doors open
Anchor books upright
Style shelves or consoles as a decorative accent
Serve as a thoughtful design gift
What fabrics are used in SALABIM pieces?
All SALABIM textiles are repurposed rare woven fabrics, sourced through an international furniture manufacturer. Origins include:
South Africa
Morocco
Select South American countries
Each weave carries its own history and character.
Will my piece look exactly like the photo?
Every SALABIM object is one-of-a-kind.
No exact repeats, no replicas.
Due to the handmade and artisanal nature of these fabrics, minor imperfections or variations may occur, giving each piece its own unique character.
How are SALABIM door stoppers made?
Each piece is crafted through a meticulous hands-on process:
- Fabric selection and pattern curation
- Precision cutting using custom templates
- Edge reinforcement with latex + overlocking
- Leather stress-point reinforcements
- Branding plaque installation
- Assembly and concealed zipper closure
- Weighted sealed sandbag insertion
- Hand shaping, cleaning, inspection, and packaging
Every object is individually finished and quality checked before shipping.
Do SALABIM products come with a warranty?
Yes. All SALABIM pieces include a 12-month warranty from the purchase date for manufacturing defects or faults that prevent the product from performing as reasonably expected. The warranty does not cover: Normal wear and tear, Accidental damage, Misuse or improper handling, Improper assembly, Cosmetic blemishes that do not affect functionality
Do you ship across South Africa?
Yes, we ship nationwide using trusted courier partners.
EVERY SALABIM PIECE COMES WITH A 1 YEAR WARRANTY
Peace of Mind
For 12 months from purchase date for manufacturing defects and faults that prevent the product from performing as reasonably expected. It does not cover normal wear and tear, accidental damage, misuse, improper assembly, or cosmetic blemishes that don’t affect functionality