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Kirribilli Bookshelf

How much weight can each shelf hold on the Kirribilli Bookshelf?

We recommend evenly distributing the weight on each shelf and always placing heavier items on the bottom shelf.  Each shelf can comfortably hold 10kg with a max load of 45kgs in total for the bookshelf.

What space is there between the shelves?

There is a 32cm gap between shelves themselves, and a 8.5cm gap between the bottom shelf and the floor.

Do I really need to use the wall lanyards?

Yes, we highly recommend it - especially if you have young children or pets. Toppling furniture poses a risk of serious injury, which is why we recommend securing the furniture item to the wall using the brackets provided. Consult a local hardware st

How do I recycle the packaging for the Kirribilli Bookshelf?

When you get rid of packaging thoughtfully not only is it better for the environment, it can be reused to create new products.Paper and cardboard - Flatten your cardboard boxes or rip them up before placing them in your recycling bin in order to save

What are the bookshelves made from?

The internal bookshelves are made from MDF Core with a timber veneer outside layer and Plywood lip that is also wrapped in timber veneer.

What is plywood?

Plywood is a panel-shaped wood-based material made from several thin layers of wood (the plies or wood veneers) that are glued crosswise (90 ° angle to each other) along the grain. This normalises material properties such as shrinkage and swelling be

What is MDF?

Medium-density fibreboard (MDF) is an engineered wood product made by breaking down hardwood or softwood residuals into wood fibres, combining it with wax and a resin binder, and forming it into panels by applying high temperature and pressure.

What is Timber Veneer?

Timber veneer is real timber, sliced very finely. It is not made from man made fibre therefore is a renewable and sustainable resource.

Is the Kirribilli Bookshelf a vegan product?

Yes, no animals or animal derivatives have been used in this product.