Bookcase 80cm Wide

How to Choose an 80 cm Wide Bookcase

Start with what the bookcase needs to hold and where it will stand. A low unit can provide accessible storage and display space; a taller one offers more shelving without taking up much more floor area. The right choice depends on the dimensions of both your room and your books.

Measure the Space, Not Just the Wall

Measure the available width, height and depth. Check skirting boards, sockets, radiators, door swings and the space needed to walk past the bookcase. If it is going into an alcove, allow for uneven walls rather than assuming the opening measures the same width from top to bottom.

Check the dimensions on the individual product page. This category includes bookcases around 80 cm wide, and the actual measurements vary between products.

Choose the Height That Suits Your Room

• Low bookcases: Useful where you want books within easy reach or space above the unit for a lamp, artwork or display.
• Taller bookcases: Better when you need more shelves but have limited floor space. Measure your ceiling height and check for obstacles such as coving.
• Units with drawers or enclosed storage: Worth considering if you want some items hidden rather than everything on display.

If you plan to place a low bookcase under a window, measure from the floor to the lowest part of the window frame and check that the furniture will not obstruct a radiator or window opening.

Check Shelf Depth and What You Will Store

Measure your largest books, files or storage boxes before choosing a unit. A shelf that works for paperbacks may not be deep or tall enough for art books or folders. Compare the usable internal shelf space where it is stated, not only the bookcase’s external depth.

If you have a heavy book collection, look for information about shelf construction and any stated load limit. Do not assume that a bookcase is suitable for heavy books solely because it is described as oak or wooden.

Compare Materials, Finish and Assembly

Choose a finish that works with furniture already in the room. Natural and rustic oak tones can add warmth; a painted or darker finish may suit a different scheme. Product materials and finishes vary, so use the individual listing to confirm what you are buying.

Also check whether the shelves are fixed or adjustable, whether assembly is required and whether the packaged item can reach the room where you want it. For taller furniture, follow the manufacturer’s instructions on positioning and wall fixing.

80 cm Bookcase Questions

Are all the bookcases in this category exactly 80 cm wide?

No. This is a collection of bookcases around 80 cm wide. Check the dimensions shown on each product page before ordering, especially if the unit needs to fit an alcove or another tight space.

Should I choose a low or tall bookcase?

Choose a low unit if you want accessible shelves and display space above it. Choose a taller unit if you need more storage from roughly the same floor footprint. Measure the full height and check the shelf arrangement of the product you prefer.

Will an 80 cm bookcase hold heavy books?

That depends on the individual bookcase, its shelves and any load guidance supplied with it. Check the product specification, particularly if you plan to fill every shelf with heavy hardbacks or files.

Are the shelves adjustable?

Shelf layouts vary by product. Check the individual listing for the number of shelves, their spacing and whether they can be moved.

Do the bookcases arrive assembled?

Assembly requirements vary. Read the individual product page for the assembly and delivery details of the unit you choose.

Need a Different Size?

If these dimensions do not suit your room, browse all bookcases to compare other widths, heights and styles. You can also view the smaller-width bookcase collection, but check each product’s actual measurements rather than relying on the category name.