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Re: I like them. Aeryn Send a noteboard - 04/11/2009 03:55:22 PM
I think they're a nice fit with your bedroom set (from the link above; I'm not stalking you :P ).

You have very specific requirements about what you want that most people who "wouldn't ever spend that much on shelves" just don't. It's all about the tradeoff.

If you have the money, and can't find anything you like better (or enough) in a lower price range, get them. If you're worried about whether they'll be sturdy enough, they're probably as sturdy as something in that design style can be, but make sure you research the company's return policy just in case you find them not to be. Perhaps you could find a store that has similar shelves and check them out in person for the sturdiness factor before you buy them, if you decide that's an important concern.


Thank you! That's my dilemma, all example of cheap, good bookcases people give are all wood. I'd love to buy the same thing at half price, I just haven't found it. (Although Tom's link was good. But if anything, it tempts me towards even more expensive items.) This was my experience when I was shopping for a bedroom set - anything that's contemporary style, and just a little different & interesting, is already a lot more expensive.
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Buying bookshelves - is this too pricey? - 04/11/2009 04:11:45 AM 936 Views
Way too pricey for what you get. *NM* - 04/11/2009 04:21:23 AM 249 Views
Can you offer alternatives? - 04/11/2009 04:27:20 AM 560 Views
I won't say IKEA...oh damn, I just did. - 04/11/2009 04:42:07 AM 553 Views
Also, here's a sample link - 04/11/2009 04:52:03 AM 746 Views
Re: Also, here's a sample link - 04/11/2009 05:03:27 AM 587 Views
Most shelves are "no tools required, minimal assembly" - 05/11/2009 07:50:45 PM 529 Views
Re: Most shelves are "no tools required, minimal assembly" - 06/11/2009 03:19:22 PM 700 Views
It sounds like it's going to look terrific! *NM* - 06/11/2009 03:27:51 PM 259 Views
i'd never pay that much for bookshelves. seriously. - 04/11/2009 06:25:31 AM 527 Views
Yes, by about a factor of 10. - 04/11/2009 09:25:22 AM 556 Views
I don't think that cost $20 to make. - 04/11/2009 03:55:57 PM 567 Views
Was it made in the US? - 04/11/2009 04:52:07 PM 571 Views
Unless they are handmade, it probably is pretty close to that - 04/11/2009 05:11:50 PM 556 Views
You're right. It probably cost less. - 05/11/2009 07:58:28 PM 521 Views
Price is all about worth. - 04/11/2009 09:53:14 AM 589 Views
Cold & modern is what I love. - 04/11/2009 04:10:06 PM 691 Views
I like them. - 04/11/2009 02:17:23 PM 588 Views
Re: I like them. - 04/11/2009 03:55:22 PM 556 Views
Yeah. - 04/11/2009 04:33:51 PM 572 Views
I'm paying attention. - 04/11/2009 07:12:15 PM 535 Views
if all you wanted was justification - 04/11/2009 07:31:16 PM 527 Views
No, I wanted honest opinions. - 04/11/2009 10:34:44 PM 686 Views
Build your own. Save your money. *NM* - 04/11/2009 02:27:25 PM 286 Views
i think those are way too pricey - 04/11/2009 05:04:13 PM 560 Views
Of course they are over priced. - 04/11/2009 06:21:14 PM 543 Views
Ehrm. No. Just no. - 04/11/2009 11:00:18 PM 505 Views

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