Relevant categories: Bookcases,Desks
( Above Photo: Regency Library Table Desk Rosewood 1820 )
Are you looking for library furniture? Getting the right furniture pieces for a library can be daunting, especially if you are buying for the first time. For example, when purchasing a library shelf, you may want to consider its size, whether it's double-sided, and its materials.
The following are the most common library furniture types you would need:
Bookcases
Book displays
Book storage
Circulation desks
Library tables
Book carts
Book trucks
Chairs
Multimedia tables
Stools
Soft sitting
Study carrels
Kids' chairs
Magazine racks
( Above Photo: Georgian Mahogany Bookcase Library Interiors )
When choosing library furniture, it's essential to focus on whether or not it can meet the users' needs. Given the many people visiting the library, you should get durable furniture that can stand the test of time. Here are five things to consider when buying furniture for the library:
( Above Photo: Wide Regency Open Bookcase - Mahogany Inlay Library Study )
You should start by defining a clear vision and goals for your space. Then, bear in mind the kind of experience you envision for your users. Also, think about the intended final character of the space and the activities you expect to happen there.
That's equivalent to planning the library's interior space long before it becomes operational. Then, selecting the right furniture will be easier, focusing on the feature defined in your goals and vision.
( Above Photo: Victorian Library Table Desk Mahogany )
With functional library furniture, it's easier to meet your clients' needs. Flexibility is the main indicator of functionality for some types of library furniture – book cars and trucks. You can easily move them around the library when transporting books and other materials.
Also, double-sided shelves are more functional since they partition library space while providing ample storage. Besides, there's the need for power and charging points within the library. You can help library users keep their devices charged with portable phone and laptop chargers.
Regardless of the emphasis on functionality, it matters how library furniture looks. You should buy retro or second-hand library furniture if you prefer something traditional. However, you could combine the traditional and modern styles with wooden shelves and stylish tables and chairs.
When buying new furniture, you may focus more on the look than any other consideration. For example, you can pair a woodgrain finish with colorful, painted pieces. If you do not want blended furniture, you can choose the same style.
Library users may sit at the tables for prolonged periods. Therefore, the chairs and tables should be comfortable enough to prevent unnecessary fatigue and pain. That's where ergonomics comes in. For example, you could buy multi-sized chairs for use by people from various age groups or height-adjustable tables.
Libraries attract lots of people. The high traffic means that flimsy furniture can break easily. That's why you should only buy well-designed, sturdy furniture. For example, your lounge chairs could have easy-to-clean coated fabric.
Don't hesitate to talk to us if you're looking for durable, functional, esthetic, and ergonomic library furniture. We have all types of library furniture to meet your needs.
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