How to choose a bookcase or bookshelf?

How to choose a bookcase or bookshelf?

1. Pay attention to the quality of the bookcase or bookshelf.

First, check the wood type indicated on the quality manual. The bookcase must choose durable wood. At the same time, check whether the paint on the outside of the bookcase is smooth and even, and smell whether the paint has a pungent smell near the bookcase. If there is a pungent smell, it is best not to buy it. Open and close the door of the bookcase to check whether it is smooth, if the...

2. Choose the right bookcase shape Common bookcases or bookshelf on the market have a glyph, L shape and U shape.

Families with a small study area are more suitable for buying a zigzag bookcase. A family with a moderate area can choose an L-shaped bookcase, and a family with a larger area. A U-shaped bookcase can be selected.

3. Pay attention to the depth and height of the bookcase or bookshelf.

 The depth of the bookcase can be controlled at about 30 cm, so as to ensure that the bookcase will not collapse after placing books and items. For ordinary families, a bookcase with a height of 220 cm can meet the needs of most people, and if it is higher, a ladder is needed.

4. Select the internal size according to the needs The height between the partitions of the bookcase determines the internal size, and the spacing between the partitions is also different according to the specification of the book. The height between the partitions designed with 32-open books as the standard is 24-26 cm; the heights designed with 16-open books as the standard are mostly 28-30 cm; the general size of larger-sized books is 30 cm. Therefore, it is best to choose a bookcase with adjustable partitions.

However, be aware that the partitions need to be thicker, preferably between 2.5-3.5 cm. Because books are relatively heavy, they have high requirements for firmness, especially the middle horizontal plate needs to be strong, and the vertical support force must be strong, so that the whole can be firm and durable.

5. Select the material color according to the style of the living room

When purchasing, it is necessary to consider personal preferences and the overall decoration style. Modern, simple, and rustic-style homes are suitable for light-colored wood, metal, and glass bookcases; European, American, retro, and Chinese-style homes can choose dark solid wood bookcases.