A bookcase is a great means for showcasing valued literature, but also for displaying family photos, vacation souvenirs, arts and crafts, or whatever it is that you’d like to store away on its shelves.
A bookcase with doors will help protect the contents because it keeps dust away, and you get to choose whether you want these contents to be seen or concealed. Today, we’re going to learn more about bookcases, and also take a short trip to scout the market for some of the best bookcases with doors.
Pros & Cons of Having a Bookcase with Doors
If you’re invested in the idea of owning a bookcase with doors, there are a few things to know before you spend money on such a product. Note that some of the pros and cons of this particular ownership might be circumstantial, but you should still know what you’re getting yourself into, so let’s dive into it:
Pro: Keeping dust away. It is a well-known fact that items stored on open shelves are a dust magnet, but when you have doors to help protect your books and other belongings, dust becomes an issue that you can handle less frequently. It basically keeps your items cleaner for longer.
Con: Cleaning the door panels. Whether they’re made from opaque wood or transparent glass panels, the doors on these types of bookshelves do require cleaning. Choosing bookcases with glossy doors means you should be prepared for fingerprints too.
Pro: Concealing clutter. This particular advantage is characteristic of bookcases with opaque doors. If you choose these over transparent ones, you can hide away some of the less aesthetic books or simply store away items that you don’t particularly want to be seen.
Con: Cost. A bookcase with an open-front design is made using fewer materials compared to models that have doors. More materials also means a higher manufacturing cost, which eventually translates into shoppers having to pay more for a bookcase with doors.
What to Look For
When you’re looking to a buy new bookcase, be it with or without doors, you can consider the following features that will put you on the right path towards buying a product that’s suitable for your needs:
- First of all, consider the materials that are used to make the bookcase. The most common ones are metal and wood, but not all wood and all metal bookcases are created alike. If you’re looking for a cost-effective solution, consider plywood and wood veneers. Solid hardwood is a much more durable choice (especially walnut, oak, maple, and the likes), such as bookcases made from iron are stainless steel. As you can imagine, more durable bookcases are also more expensive.
- Then, you have to consider the size of the bookcase which is important for two reasons: it helps determine whether or not you have room to place it and tells you how much storage space for books and other items you actually have at your disposal. If you have a large collection of books that you want to showcase, a small bookcase simply won’t do.
- Check if the bookcase you want to buy comes with adjustable shelves. This is important for those who’d like to enjoy a little bit of customization, especially if the predetermined space between the shelves is pretty short. If you have books of various sizes or if you’d like to place more diverse items in your bookcase, you want to be able to adjust the distance between the shelves.
- Let’s talk about doors in a bookcase. These are extremely useful for protecting the contents on the shelves, but also makes it easy for you to clean your belongings because the doors prevent too much dust from getting in. If you choose a bookcase with opaque doors, it can help hide some of the clutter. Choosing a bookcase with transparent glass doors is better if you want to showcase whatever is placed on the shelves.
The Best Ideas for a Bookcase with Doors
Menneken Standard Bookcase With Glass Doors
Our first suggestion for today is a white bookcase with glass doors that would look perfect in a modern or a French cottage-style room. There are three sturdy shelves inside that can hold your books and other belongings that are worthy of being showcased. The bookcase measures 70” H x 42” W x 18” D and is made from solid and manufactured wood. The shelves have a weight capacity of 25 pounds each, and the whole bookcase is designed with a double-door system.
W Solide Wood Standard Bookcase
With a more vintage appearance, we have this bookshelf which is a regular beauty. The bookcase itself is made from solid wood, while the shelves are made from manufactured wood and can support up to 40 pounds in weight each. The cabinets are designed with sliding doors that offer access to 6 tiers of shelves for optimal storage. The entire bookcase measures 80” H x 47” W x 16” D and has 225.5 pounds in weight.
Pocola Standard Bookcase
If you want a bookcase with doors that help conceal the clutter, this 66” H x 48” W x 14” D might be just the right product for you. It is designed with a sliding door that will basically have half of the bookcase’s content covered. It’s made from mahogany and comes with three shelves, so that’s basically four tiers for you to place your books and other belongings.
Francella Standard Bookcase
Our next suggestion is a bookcase that measures 45” H x 32” W x 16” D and has a modern design that combines black and brown solid and manufactured wood into a design that’s sleek and downright beautiful. The contents of the bookcase are half sealed thanks to one sliding door. The two included shelves are adjustable, giving you a three-tier storage solution that can support up to 75 pounds in weight per shelf.
Locke Glass Door Standard Bookcase
This traditional-style bookcase has so many elements that are worthy of our attention, we just had to add it to this list. It is designed with oval and diamond-patterned fretwork and combines glass doors with solid and manufactured wood in its construction. The antique silver knobs add a touch of flair to a bookcase that measures 72” H x 40” W x 15” D. The four included shelves are adjustable and have a weight capacity of 50 pounds each.
Django W Standard Bookcase
The Django bookcase couldn’t have a better name considering the antique vintage appeal of its design. It’s made from solid and manufactured wood and comes with that old-wood vibe that makes this feel like a timeless piece that belongs in your home. The upper side is open and includes two shelves with three-tier storage, while the bottom part is made of a two-tier storage unit with doors. The entire bookcase measures 78” H x 40” W x 14” D and the shelves have a weight capacity of 65 pounds each.
Sabala W Standard Bookcase
Moving into more modern bookcase designs, we have this Oren Ellis bookcase, open that combines a high gloss front with a matte body and a design that’s just astonishing overall. This bookcase measures 75.50” H x 23.6” W x 16” D and comes with a top side that features shelves protected by a glass door, and a bottom side that’s designed with three drawers for additional storage.
Standard Bookcase
With a sleek design and a mid-century modern feel, this is one bookcase that just had to be on our list. It is combined with various elements that are worthy of our attention. The hammered gold door pulls, the glass doors with accent details, and the half-visible-half-concealed door design are just a few. This bookcase measures 83.9” H x 41.34” W x 21.14” D and is made from solid and manufactured wood.
Shresbury W Iron Standard Bookcase
Another modern storage option for your books and whatever other trinkets you want showcased/concealed is this 63” H x 35.5” W x 15.5” D bookcase. Made with an iron frame and a manufactured wood body, this stylish and modern bookcase comes with four cubbies for storing various items in an open-front upper design, but there is also room for concealing items in the bottom side of the bookcase.
Woen Old Library Bookcase
This particular bookcase comes with a timeless design that’s reminiscent of old libraries and has a rather vintage vibe to it. It measures 94.5” H x 66” W x 18.5” D, so it does occupy more space than the others, making it a better choice for more spacious rooms. It’s made from reclaimed fir and comes with four storage drawers located on the bottom side.
Telluride Bunching Standard Bookcase
Made from cherry and rubberwood, this bookcase comes with a very elegant design, but doesn’t lack practicality either. It integrates lighting, which adds a nice and cozy ambiance to the room, but also makes it easier to spot your favorite books in low light conditions. The top side of the bookcase has an open-front design, while the bottom cabinet helps conceal the clutter. It measures 86” H x 36” W x 18” D and has adjustable shelves.
Anders W Standard Bookcase
Another perfect example of a modern bookcase is this one right here. It has a symmetrical diagonal construction that comes with four storage tiers and two cabinets with closed doors, ready to hide some of the clutter, but also showcase some of the things you want to be seen. The unconventional design doesn’t lack elegance, with everything wrapped up in a 64.5” H x 39.6” W x 15.8” D bookcase.
Sigel W Cube Bookcase
This adorable bookcase is here to help keep your house tidy and neat, offering storage solutions of multiple types. The stylish design embeds cabinets hidden behind closed doors, but also open shelves for books and other belongings that you might want to gaze at whenever walking past them. Measuring 47” H x 31.5” W x 9.5” D, this bookcase is made from manufactured wood and has a white finish. The shelves can store up to 35 pounds of weight.
Plantsville Cube Bookcase
Perfect for a stylish office, this bookcase is another contemporary model with clean lines and a beautiful profile. It has an interior divided into two sections, with a sliding door that always helps conceal 50 percent of the bookcase’s contents. It is made from metal and manufactured wood, with shelves that can support up to 25 pounds in weight. The bookcase measures 60.8” H x 35.4” W x 11.5” D overall and comes in various color combinations.
FAQ
What do you call a bookcase with doors?
A bookcase is often referred to as a bookshelf although, if we were to analyze these terms, we’d notice they are not identical. Bookcases are also known as bookracks, bookstands, and stacks (this is the term used for bookcases in a library).
Can you put doors on a bookcase?
Yes, it is possible to add doors to a bookcase, but you are going to need a few tools if you plan to do that yourself. You also need to find matching materials, such as wood that have a similar if not identical finish, hinges, and others such items.
Where can I buy inexpensive bookcases?
There are plenty of online and offline stores that sell quality bookcases at really reasonable prices. If you want to shop for inexpensive bookcases from the comfort of your own home, websites like Wayfair, Amazon, Ikea, Target, etc.
What is the difference between a bookshelf and a bookcase?
A bookcase is just like a regular piece of furniture that comes with multiple shelves that are usually there for storing books. A bookshelf is a mere shelf that’s usually mounted to a wall and has an open-front design.
Bottom Line
As you can see, these are just a few options that are worth considering if you want to invest in a bookcase with doors. There are plenty of advantages to choosing this particular type of bookcase as opposed to one with an open-front, especially if you don’t want your books to collect dust in little to no-time.
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