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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 960 Views
Way too pricey for what you get. *NM* - 04/11/2009 04:21:23 AM 262 Views
Can you offer alternatives? - 04/11/2009 04:27:20 AM 583 Views
I won't say IKEA...oh damn, I just did. - 04/11/2009 04:42:07 AM 574 Views
Also, here's a sample link - 04/11/2009 04:52:03 AM 772 Views
Re: Also, here's a sample link - 04/11/2009 05:03:27 AM 612 Views
Most shelves are "no tools required, minimal assembly" - 05/11/2009 07:50:45 PM 554 Views
Re: Most shelves are "no tools required, minimal assembly" - 06/11/2009 03:19:22 PM 720 Views
It sounds like it's going to look terrific! *NM* - 06/11/2009 03:27:51 PM 268 Views
i'd never pay that much for bookshelves. seriously. - 04/11/2009 06:25:31 AM 553 Views
Yes, by about a factor of 10. - 04/11/2009 09:25:22 AM 577 Views
I don't think that cost $20 to make. - 04/11/2009 03:55:57 PM 588 Views
Was it made in the US? - 04/11/2009 04:52:07 PM 602 Views
Unless they are handmade, it probably is pretty close to that - 04/11/2009 05:11:50 PM 580 Views
You're right. It probably cost less. - 05/11/2009 07:58:28 PM 545 Views
Price is all about worth. - 04/11/2009 09:53:14 AM 617 Views
Cold & modern is what I love. - 04/11/2009 04:10:06 PM 718 Views
I like them. - 04/11/2009 02:17:23 PM 613 Views
Re: I like them. - 04/11/2009 03:55:22 PM 577 Views
Yeah. - 04/11/2009 04:33:51 PM 596 Views
I'm paying attention. - 04/11/2009 07:12:15 PM 563 Views
if all you wanted was justification - 04/11/2009 07:31:16 PM 553 Views
No, I wanted honest opinions. - 04/11/2009 10:34:44 PM 718 Views
Build your own. Save your money. *NM* - 04/11/2009 02:27:25 PM 296 Views
i think those are way too pricey - 04/11/2009 05:04:13 PM 592 Views
Of course they are over priced. - 04/11/2009 06:21:14 PM 568 Views
Ehrm. No. Just no. - 04/11/2009 11:00:18 PM 529 Views

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