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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 753 Views
Way too pricey for what you get. *NM* - 04/11/2009 04:21:23 AM 136 Views
Can you offer alternatives? - 04/11/2009 04:27:20 AM 389 Views
I won't say IKEA...oh damn, I just did. - 04/11/2009 04:42:07 AM 389 Views
Also, here's a sample link - 04/11/2009 04:52:03 AM 556 Views
Re: Also, here's a sample link - 04/11/2009 05:03:27 AM 426 Views
Most shelves are "no tools required, minimal assembly" - 05/11/2009 07:50:45 PM 361 Views
Re: Most shelves are "no tools required, minimal assembly" - 06/11/2009 03:19:22 PM 514 Views
It sounds like it's going to look terrific! *NM* - 06/11/2009 03:27:51 PM 148 Views
i'd never pay that much for bookshelves. seriously. - 04/11/2009 06:25:31 AM 362 Views
Yes, by about a factor of 10. - 04/11/2009 09:25:22 AM 392 Views
I don't think that cost $20 to make. - 04/11/2009 03:55:57 PM 399 Views
Was it made in the US? - 04/11/2009 04:52:07 PM 405 Views
Unless they are handmade, it probably is pretty close to that - 04/11/2009 05:11:50 PM 385 Views
You're right. It probably cost less. - 05/11/2009 07:58:28 PM 363 Views
Price is all about worth. - 04/11/2009 09:53:14 AM 422 Views
Cold & modern is what I love. - 04/11/2009 04:10:06 PM 511 Views
I like them. - 04/11/2009 02:17:23 PM 417 Views
Re: I like them. - 04/11/2009 03:55:22 PM 386 Views
Yeah. - 04/11/2009 04:33:51 PM 404 Views
I'm paying attention. - 04/11/2009 07:12:15 PM 363 Views
if all you wanted was justification - 04/11/2009 07:31:16 PM 362 Views
No, I wanted honest opinions. - 04/11/2009 10:34:44 PM 516 Views
Build your own. Save your money. *NM* - 04/11/2009 02:27:25 PM 162 Views
i think those are way too pricey - 04/11/2009 05:04:13 PM 395 Views
Of course they are over priced. - 04/11/2009 06:21:14 PM 380 Views
Ehrm. No. Just no. - 04/11/2009 11:00:18 PM 335 Views

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