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How long can bookshelves be without sagging?

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How long can bookshelves be without sagging?
How long bookshelves can be without sagging depends on the overall strength of the materials and the quality of the craftsmanship. However, most manufacturers make bookshelves up to 30 to 36 inches in length. Shop an assortment of bookcases on 1stDibs.
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 17, 2023
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White Surfer Bookcase, Bookshelves, Design object
Located in İstanbul, İstanbul
"Add a Touch of Contemporary Artistry to Your Space with the White Surfer Bookcase Bookshelves Design Object Elevate your interior decor with the White...
Category

2010s Turkish Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Mid-century inspired Floe bookcase in walnut
Located in Goshen, IN
Inspired by mid-century modernism, Floe is made from solid hardwood using real joinery. With its low profile, Floe will fit nicely under a window by the wall, or against the back of...
Category

2010s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Hardwood, Walnut

Mid-Century Danish Modern Teak Drop-Down Bookcase
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Condition: Original Vintage Condition Materials: Teak, Original Brass Skeleton Key Style: Danish Modern This Danish Modern teak drop-down bookcase, crafted in the 1960s, is a beau...
Category

Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Antique Victorian Oak Stepback Bookcase Bookshelf Hutch Cabinet 67"
Located in Dayton, OH
Antique Victorian stepback bookcase hutch. Made of oak featuring an upper bookshelf supported by lower stand on castors with two drawers and a cabinet. Dimensions: 18" x 34" x 66.5...
Category

Antique 19th Century American Victorian Bookcases

Materials

Brass

French Early 19th Century Fruitwood Empire Bibliotheque
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A 19th century French Empire style bibliothèque or display cabinet, handcrafted using solid fruitwood and two glass-front doors accented with brass. The clean, straight lines allow t...
Category

Antique Early 19th Century French Empire Bookcases

Materials

Brass

Maitland Smith Chippendale Reticulated Mahogany Bookcase Book Trough Stand 35"
Located in Dayton, OH
Vintage Maitland Smith Chinese Chippendale style bookcase / book stand / trough side table / library console. Made of mahogany featuring a tiered design with upper gadrooning edged ...
Category

Late 20th Century Chippendale Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany

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