Is a bookcase right for you?
Best for you if you
- Want to use vertical wall space and keep the floor clear.
- Have books, decor, and study items that need one tidy, easy-to-reach home.
- Want a fixed indoor piece to place against a wall for books and display.
- Need sturdy, everyday storage for books and items you reach for often.
- Rent or may move and want straightforward flat-pack assembly.
Not the best fit if you
- Need a low, wide unit to sit beneath a window or TV.
- Need storage mainly for clothing, tools, or bulky household items.
- Need a foldable or portable unit you can move around or store away often.
- Need heavy-duty industrial shelving for very heavy loads.
- Need it delivered ready-assembled, or installed for you.
Why choose a Coleshome bookcase?
Approx. 15 kg Per Shelf
vs typical 5–10 kg
Low-formaldehyde board (E1 certified)
vs unverified board materials
Anti-tip fitting included as standard
vs sold separately or not included
Built to Reassemble
vs single-assembly only
Reinforced hybrid construction
vs all-particle-board structure
Will it work in your room?
Suitable for
Living roomBedroomKitchenStudy
Product Size
48 cm (W)×24 cm (D)×164 cm (H)
Placement
Works well beside a sofa, in a bedroom corner or along a narrow wall where floor space is limited. Recommended for 5–12 m² studies and living rooms.
5 measurements to take before ordering
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1
Placement Area
Measure the wall width and depth where the bookcase will stand. Allow 5 cm clearance on each side.
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2
Ceiling Height
Most of our bookcase designs can easily be fitted into spaces with standard UK ceiling heights.
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3
Doorway Width
Measure the narrowest door or hallway the box must pass through. Flat-pack delivery — check access points.
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4
Skirting Board Clearance
If placing against a wall with skirting boards, check the board depth. The bookcase needs a flush wall surface.
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5
Wall Type for Anchoring
Confirm wall material (plasterboard, brick, etc.) if using the anti-tip hardware. Different wall types need different fixings.
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Before your order arrives — Please consider the access to your home, including doorways, hallways and staircases, before ordering. Larger or heavier packages may be easier to move with two people.