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Where are good quality shelves at not crazy prices?

Aug 22, 2011 4:15 AM

I am trying to find some sort of shelves for my office & master bedroom but everything I search for either looks really cheap or it's expensive (Yes Elfa & Ikea, I am talking to you!)

For my office, I really need something that is 5FT wide, 5FT-7FT tall, and 2FT deep; or close to it.. Adjustable levels of shelving would be nice.

For everything else (bedrooms etc) just a simple shelf that I can put nick-nacks, photos, etc...

Any help is appreciated!

devexityspace devexityspace

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I needed some custom wood shelving a while back and went to a local unfinished furniture place (am in NY City and went to Gothic Cabinet, a chain in the city and possibly a larger area).

I got exactly what I wanted, very well made, and reasonably priced as well.

baqui63 baqui63
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You could go to Lowe's and buy some 3/4 finished Hardwood Plywood -- Have them cut it into pieces at the size you specify (it says it costs $.25/cut, but they've never charged me), then put it together yourself. Just be sure you get some heavy duty screws and paint/stain it before you put it together (it's much easier, trust me). There are several simple plans online here: http://www.askthebuilder.com/B337_Bookcases_-_DIY_from_Poplar.shtml

You shouldn't need too many tools to build it. Then you'll have a solid wood book case for about $100.00. You can't get them for under $300-400 at a furniture store

capguncowboy capguncowboy
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If possible, see if you can find some office liquidation auctions in your area. You can often find decent furniture at a fraction of retail cost.

90mcg112 90mcg112
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Do some searching on Craigslist or other local want-ads.

ojulius ojulius
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The closing Borders stores.

wootbretz wootbretz
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Call me crazy, but I have outfitted my home office with Ikea Billy bookcases and I'm extremely happy with the build quality.

I don't have any sagging shelves despite loading them down with some pretty hefty tomes, and no veneer peeling whatsoever. I'd say I got a good value for what I paid.

One thing for you to look for as you make your own decision - a 5' wide X 2' deep wooden shelf is going to need center supports to avoid sagging.

durkzilla durkzilla

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