vinyl storage / shelving racks

[skroderider]

KALLAX Shelving unit, high-gloss white, 77x77 cm (303/8x303/8") - IKEA

KALLAX Shelving unit, high-gloss white, 77x77 cm (303/8x303/8") Hang it on the wall or stand it on the floor – the KALLAX series adapts to your needs. Smooth surfaces and rounded corners give a quality feel and you can personalise the unit with inserts and boxes.

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Kallax is the perfect size for LPs. I use these pull out boxes with it - https://www.ikea.com/in/en/p/lekman-box-white-30247137/

 

[Record Player]

Kallax is the perfect size for LPs. I use these pull out boxes with it - https://www.ikea.com/in/en/p/lekman-box-white-30247137/

The Kallax looks good. However, particle board is being used and can it take the heavy load of Records when mounted on the wall?

 

[mahaaprasaad]

The Kallax looks good. However, particle board is being used and can it take the heavy load of Records when mounted on the wall?

Particle Board less than 1/2" thickness may not take big load, but again it depends on which Brand of Particle board they are using, its density and bonding chemical. That can be ensured only if we are building the boxes on our own.

Particle Board - an overview | ScienceDirect Topics

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Second point is the method of joining. Joining method is having larger impact on life of the furniture and whether it is subject to movements.

Joinery - Wikipedia

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These particular products are meant for online sales and easy to transport. As such these will come in pieces wherein the buyer has to assemble with the fasteners they have provided. It would be a easy way of joining, keeping in mind the common people, non-techies and no need of tools except a screw driver or an Allen key provided along with the set. So, naturally this can not be strong and long lasting joints. But good for make-shift like of things. The main factor for choosing it for aesthetics and as a readymade solution. It again depends on the buyer, durability he is looking after and the purpose.

IMO better to build own cabinet with selected plywood, finishing and fastening method with the help of carpenter, particularly if it is Wall mount for Vinyl storage.

 

[oracle1974]

Particle Board less than 1/2" thickness may not take big load, but again it depends on which Brand of Particle board they are using, its density and bonding chemical. That can be ensured only if we are building the boxes on our own.

Second point is the method of joining. Joining method is having larger impact on life of the furniture and whether it is subject to movements.

These particular products are meant for online sales and easy to transport. As such these will come in pieces wherein the buyer has to assemble with the fasteners they have provided. It would be a easy way of joining, keeping in mind the common people, non-techies and no need of tools except a screw driver or an Allen key provided along with the set. So, naturally this can not be strong and long lasting joints. But good for make-shift like of things. The main factor for choosing it for aesthetics and as a readymade solution. It again depends on the buyer, durability he is looking after and the purpose.

IMO better to build own cabinet with selected plywood, finishing and fastening method with the help of carpenter, particularly if it is for Vinyl storage.

You can use this box as well with Kallax

BRANÄS basket, rattan, 32x34x32 cm (12 ½x13 ½x12 ½") - IKEA

BRANÄS basket, rattan, 32x34x32 cm (12 ½x13 ½x12 ½") The handwoven rattan gives each basket a distinct and natural expression. This stable basket has many potential uses and is dimensioned for KALLAX shelving, giving it a unique look and function. Perfect for newspapers, photos or other memorabilia.

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[mahaaprasaad]

@oracle1974, these cubicle boxes with natural Rattan looks very cute. My wife definitely likes it, if I get it for kitchen or her wardrobe.

 

[Record Player]

Particle Board less than 1/2" thickness may not take big load, but again it depends on which Brand of Particle board they are using, its density and bonding chemical. That can be ensured only if we are building the boxes on our own.

Particle Board - an overview | ScienceDirect Topics

www.sciencedirect.com

Second point is the method of joining. Joining method is having larger impact on life of the furniture and whether it is subject to movements.

Joinery - Wikipedia

en.wikipedia.org

These particular products are meant for online sales and easy to transport. As such these will come in pieces wherein the buyer has to assemble with the fasteners they have provided. It would be a easy way of joining, keeping in mind the common people, non-techies and no need of tools except a screw driver or an Allen key provided along with the set. So, naturally this can not be strong and long lasting joints. But good for make-shift like of things. The main factor for choosing it for aesthetics and as a readymade solution. It again depends on the buyer, durability he is looking after and the purpose.

IMO better to build own cabinet with selected plywood, finishing and fastening method with the help of carpenter, particularly if it is Wall mount for Vinyl storage.

True. Getting European Grade HDF is difficult here especially at that price point.

Best here would be to build one plus this is not a very complex build.

Cheers

 

[reubensm]

Nice optioins, a quick query - given the dust and atmospheric conditions in India, is open or enclosed storage better? I have always stored my LPs in an unused vintage teak cupboard with a door, but was also considering the wall mounted option.

 

[harry123456]

This is fantastic Harry. If I may ask, could you share some more detail on the material, dimensions etc if I have to replicate the same?

Hi Record Player, here is the link to the Bloggers site where you can download the drawings in PDF Format

Make a Vinyl Record Album Wall Display

Steve at The Carmichael Workshop makes space-saving display racks for storing his vinyl record album collection on the wall.

www.thecarmichaelworkshop.com

 

[reubensm]

https://www.pepperfry.com/stanfield-tall-book-shelf-in-warm-chestnut-finish-by-amberville-1625444.html?utm_campaign=Google-CPC&utm_content=Stanfield-Solid-Wood-Book-Shelf-in-Warm-chestnut-Finish---Amberville-By-Pepperfry&gclid=CjwKCAjwtdeFBhBAEiwAKOIy57vFzAP4mFMOH7J9y_InFMRnr9XYcFxulUVlSTj0w7qJH6CN7xT0rBoCDm4QAvD_BwE

I use this for storing records. Very well made.

Kindly share a pic of your rack with your collection, if its ok

 

[Record Player]

Nice optioins, a quick query - given the dust and atmospheric conditions in India, is open or enclosed storage better? I have always stored my LPs in an unused vintage teak cupboard with a door, but was also considering the wall mounted option.

We are the dust capital of the world. I am soo used to deep cleaning my house with a vacuum every month. My primary record storage has a glass door and yet dust seems to enter. I am exploring wall mount options with a push to open glass door for dust protection.

 

[DB1989]

We are the dust capital of the world. I am soo used to deep cleaning my house with a vacuum every month. My primary record storage has a glass door and yet dust seems to enter. I am exploring wall mount options with a push to open glass door for dust protection.

Every Month? You must be in the cleanest place in India.

 

[Record Player]

Every Month? You must be in the cleanest place in India.

Hahaha, not to mentioned daily and weekly chores of cleaning and tidying-up

 

[Record Player]

Hi Record Player, here is the link to the Bloggers site where you can download the drawings in PDF Format

Make a Vinyl Record Album Wall Display

Steve at The Carmichael Workshop makes space-saving display racks for storing his vinyl record album collection on the wall.

www.thecarmichaelworkshop.com

Thanks. Had a look at the video and not a very complicated build. So nice to see pople abroad have setups like these for woodworking. I so wish I could build a setup like this here.

So now I have this design as one option and the other the traditional cubes with push to open glass doors. Lets see what the missus has to say and approve

 

[mahiruha]

Kindly share a pic of your rack with your collection, if its ok

 

[moktan]

I built this for the whatever little physical media I have. The view of the room gives the positioning of the rack.

 

[shyamv]

I built this for the whatever little physical media I have. The view of the room gives the positioning of the rack. View attachment 57634
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Wow! I love your room. The wood panelling and lots of natural light makes it very warm and inviting. Is this in Kalimpong?

 

[moktan]

Wow! I love your room. The wood panelling and lots of natural light makes it very warm and inviting. Is this in Kalimpong?

Yes.

 

[prem]

Moktan, is that a Red Wine Audio amp? What speakers are they? Lovely house.

 

[moktan]

Yes that’s a Redwine Audio amp ... and the monitor speakers connected to them are Omega Alnico 8 .. the ones at the back are the Audire Callistoes .. which I have connected to a small Japanese amp called Musica ..

 

[skroderider]

The Kallax looks good. However, particle board is being used and can it take the heavy load of Records when mounted on the wall?

I'm not sure if the Kallax is meant to be mounted on the wall, at least I don't know if anybody has tried The smallest one with 4 squares measures 30x30 inches. The thickness of the enclosing boards is 1.5 inch while the dividers are 0.5 inch thick.