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How long can bookshelves be without sagging?
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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
By kontra
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
Antique English Oak Bookshelf BARLEY TWIST Open Display Shelf SMALL Bookcase
Located in Shreveport, LA
Antique English Oak Bookshelf BARLEY TWIST Open Display Shelf SMALL Bookcase.
Direct from England, a charming little antique bookshelf or display, with three levels of shelves and c...
Category
Vintage 1920s British Arts and Crafts Bookcases
Materials
Oak
Axel Einar Hjorth Swedish Grace Bookshelf, 1930
Located in Uccle, BE
"Funkis" Bookshelf made of Bonad birch with removable shelves. Metal plaque on back with the following information NK R 35389- C 25 1 32. Dimensions: H100.5 x W116 x D25cm
H39" x W46...
Category
Early 20th Century Swedish Art Deco Bookcases
Materials
Birch
Antique English Mahogany CORNER Display Shelf BARLEY TWIST Étagère Bookshelf
Located in Shreveport, LA
Antique English Mahogany CORNER Display Shelf BARLEY TWIST Étagère Bookshelf.
Direct from England, a beautiful antique English corner shelf or ét...
Category
Antique 1890s British Victorian Bookcases
Materials
Mahogany
Danish Freestanding Oak Bookcase by Henning Kjærnulf for Nyrup Møbler, 1960s.
Located in Asaa, DK
Danish Freestanding Oak Bookcase by Henning Kjærnulf for Nyrup Møbler, 1960s.
Danish Mid-Century Modern 2 bay modular shelving system in solid and veneered light Nordic white oak. A...
Category
Vintage 1960s Danish Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Oak
French 19th Century Bamboo & Decoupage Bookcase
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This English bamboo bookcase from the Aesthetic Movement of the late 1800s was given a creative update with recent decoupage and painted ebony finish. Schools of fish animate the ext...
Category
20th Century French Other Bookcases
Materials
Bamboo, Pine, Paint, Paper
