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    Default How to decide bookcase height

    Hello,

    I'm new to the forum but have been a reader for some time. I am looking to get a bookcase 36"-42" wide and am unsure whether a 6ft or 7ft bookcase would be more aesthetically pleasing. The ceilings are 8ft tall. I can provide photos of the room if that would be helpful. What are the factors to consider?

    Sincerely,
    maws13

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    Default Re: How to decide bookcase height

    I'm not aware of any dimensional rules as they apply to bookcases.
    Duane Collie
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    Default Re: How to decide bookcase height

    Ah. Ok. If I went with 7ft then, what are your thoughts on Yew vs Burl Elm? The color variations in the Yew look more subtle to me in the links below.

    https://www.scullyandscully.com/furn...with-inlay.axd
    vs
    https://www.scullyandscully.com/furn...ookcase-84.axd

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    Default Re: How to decide bookcase height

    Whichever appeals to you the most.
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    Default Re: How to decide bookcase height

    Do not click on those links if you do not want Scully and Scully ads all over your web pages! Sorry I did.

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    Default Re: How to decide bookcase height

    Do you have any windows in the room? You might consider how high the tops of the windows are and where you want to put the bookcases. If they are next to the windows and much shorter or taller it can look strange.

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