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What is the best wood to build a bookcase?
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The best wood used for building a bookcase is plywood made from hardwood. It is easily available and comes in many types. Laminated panels that can be glued together are also a great option for a bookcase. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of antique, new and vintage wooden bookcases.
1stDibs ExpertOctober 5, 2021
Shop for Bookshelf Wood on 1stDibs
Bauhaus Bookshelf, wood and glass
By Bauhaus
Located in Milano, Lombardia
Bookcase made of black painted wood and glass shelves. The bookcase is in Bauhaus style, very
Category
Vintage 1970s Italian Bauhaus Bookcases
Materials
Glass, Wood
Wood and Steel Bookshelf
Located in Westwood, NJ
A wood and steel leaning bookshelf with hand-beaten steel, hardwood acacia, turned inside out and
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Asian Industrial Bookcases
Materials
Steel
Wood and Steel Offset Bookshelf
By Brendan Bass
Located in Dallas, TX
The wood and steel offset bookshelf is a shelving system that's perfect for any room in your home
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Organic Modern Bookcases
Materials
Steel
Vintage Bookshelf With Carved Wood Accents .
Located in Seattle, WA
This Bookshelf has adjustable shelving and a carved wood base. Antique style. Beautiful Patina to
Category
Vintage 1970s Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Wood
Bookshelf Books in Solid Walnut Wood
Located in Paris, FR
Bookshelf books all in solid walnut wood.
the third shelf from the bottom is wider.
Also available
Category
21st Century and Contemporary Italian Bookcases
Materials
Wood, Walnut
Vintage Bookshelf Exotic Wood, Italy, 1960s
Located in Milano, IT
Bookcase with flap compartments in exotic wood veneer with brass legs.
Category
Vintage 1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Bookcases
Materials
Wood
