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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

French Midcentury Oak Bibliotheque
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This magnificent vintage bookcase is a demonstration of French craftsmanship intersecting with 20th century design tastes in the manner of Charles Dudouyt, bridging 19th century Art...
Category

20th Century French Arts and Crafts Bookcases

Materials

Oak

French 19th Century Mahogany Louis XVI Style Bibliotheque
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
A sprawling, 19th century French bibliothèque, handcrafted of mahogany with four glass-front doors to display treasured books, trophies, and other collections in an office or library...
Category

Antique 19th Century French Louis XVI Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Mahogany

Expertly Restored - Vintage Mid-Century Walnut Glass Bookcase
Located in Los Angeles, CA
________________________________________ Transforming a piece of Mid-Century Modern furniture is like bringing history back to life, and we take this journey with passion and precis...
Category

Vintage 1950s American Mid-Century Modern Bookcases

Materials

Glass, Wood, Walnut

French Midcentury Oak Bookcase
Located in Baton Rouge, LA
This magnificent vintage bookcase is a demonstration of French craftsmanship intersecting with 20th century design tastes in the manner of Charles Dudouyt, bridging 19th century Art...
Category

20th Century French Arts and Crafts Bookcases

Materials

Oak

Antique Inlaid Flame Mahogany Revolving Bookcase 20th Century
Located in London, GB
This is an exquisite fine quality antique Edwardian revolving bookcase, circa 1900 in date. This lovely piece is made of flame mahogany with satin wood crossbanding and line inlaid ...
Category

Early 20th Century Edwardian Bookcases

Materials

Mahogany, Satinwood

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