Johnny G Posted May 22, 2007 Author Share Posted May 22, 2007 Idea: The grids are smaller, no worries of denting boxes on bottom. 100 pounds per shelf, that would put 4 across on the short boxes with no problem. 5 shelvesx4 per shelf=20 longs=3000 books. Not bad. Question remains, leaching of oil into corrugated from plastic and is my filing cabinet better? Also, do they need to be a grid design to breather better or is shorts on a solid shelf ojau since 5 of the 6 surfaces will be open? Item: http://www.target.com/gp/detail.html/ref...=A1VC38T7YXB528 If I could make a suggestion? It would be to get these: http://www.lowes.com/lowes/lkn?action=productDetail&productId=71473-80752-184874B&lpage=none I have the chrome ones. It was mentioned above however, that the black epoxy have less off gasing! I dunno about worrying about that, but who knows? Holds 350lbs/shelf+. 5 shelves fit 5 shorts across. That's 25 shorts per unit. The boxes fit perfectly on the shelves! There will be no need to worry about "sagging". Just a thought... John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnny G Posted May 22, 2007 Author Share Posted May 22, 2007 However, with the wire shelf, you run the risk of the wires denting your box and subsequently the books. Any thoughts? For the wire issue: What I did was bought a wood panel (for walls) Had it cut at the store to fit the units. The boxes slide in and out with ease! You can even get different styles to match your furniture John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ringfinger Posted May 22, 2007 Share Posted May 22, 2007 Thanks for the link. Do you have anything onthe shelves to prevent any imprints? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ringfinger Posted May 22, 2007 Share Posted May 22, 2007 However, with the wire shelf, you run the risk of the wires denting your box and subsequently the books. Any thoughts? For the wire issue: What I did was bought a wood panel (for walls) Had it cut at the store to fit the units. The boxes slide in and out with ease! You can even get different styles to match your furniture John I gotcha. Great idea. I am thinking of switching from filing cabinets as they are just not working for me anymore. I will sell locally. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnny G Posted May 22, 2007 Author Share Posted May 22, 2007 Thanks for the link. Do you have anything onthe shelves to prevent any imprints? See above John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnny G Posted May 22, 2007 Author Share Posted May 22, 2007 However, with the wire shelf, you run the risk of the wires denting your box and subsequently the books. Any thoughts? For the wire issue: What I did was bought a wood panel (for walls) Had it cut at the store to fit the units. The boxes slide in and out with ease! You can even get different styles to match your furniture John I gotcha. Great idea. I am thinking of switching from filing cabinets as they are just not working for me anymore. I will sell locally. See first post of this thread... I am MORE than happy with the results. I even have plans for using this method at the storage units. I have the 'ol box on box method there and it is a huge pain in the ! The cost of the panel was around $15 and they cut it for free.. can't go wrong! I used to have my desk in my comic room, it's maple, so I got the matching maple panels. I guess i am fussy like that! John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ringfinger Posted May 22, 2007 Share Posted May 22, 2007 Yup, I am sharp like a marble. Thanks! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnny G Posted May 22, 2007 Author Share Posted May 22, 2007 Yup, I am sharp like a marble. Thanks! Good luck, and be sure to let us know what you go with. John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ringfinger Posted May 22, 2007 Share Posted May 22, 2007 Shorts on the Lowes shelves with the paneling. best bet. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sterlingcomics Posted May 22, 2007 Share Posted May 22, 2007 Hey Johnny G: I want to do your configuration, but I will need to store the CGC boxes...not the comic short boxes. I'm assuming the product you listed above has adjustable shelves? If so, what would be my storage capacity? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnny G Posted May 22, 2007 Author Share Posted May 22, 2007 Hey Johnny G: I want to do your configuration, but I will need to store the CGC boxes...not the comic short boxes. I'm assuming the product you listed above has adjustable shelves? If so, what would be my storage capacity? Hey Sterling... yes, the shelves are adjustable. However, you'll only be able to fit 4 across. So you'd be able to get 20 boxes on the unit. If you have a Costco near you, go there. They have similar shelving, but they come with 6 shelves instead of 5. They also have a little "lip" on the back as well as wheels if you choose to put them on. Also, the main height rods are in pairs. So, if you'd like to "stash" some books in say a closet. You could go with half the height and double the width. good for under windows (wouldn't recommend though) or anywhere else height is an issue. Hope this helps,... John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sterlingcomics Posted May 22, 2007 Share Posted May 22, 2007 Yes it does Thanks. If you happen have to have an online link to the SKU for Costco that would be great. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnny G Posted May 22, 2007 Author Share Posted May 22, 2007 Yes it does Thanks. If you happen have to have an online link to the SKU for Costco that would be great. I wasn't able to find the one on-line. I have seen it in store though. They did have this one though... COSTCO shelving It is 60" wide, so you may be able to fit 5 across... not 100% on that though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ringfinger Posted May 23, 2007 Share Posted May 23, 2007 (edited) Yes, at 60 it may be tight, but possible. I'm buying my supplies on BCW tonight and the shelves tomorrow. I will take it slow, one box at a time, catalog each issue as it needs to be done, swap oy heinous bags. I will rebag all over the winter one box at a time. So, a slow summerlong project, which I am cool with as I am unpacking the basement as we just moved in. Now, for the books (DC Showcase Presents( and others, I am thinking of this: http://www.target.com/gp/detail.html/sr=...asin=B000079FW4 Thoughts again? Edited May 23, 2007 by Ringfinger Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sterlingcomics Posted May 23, 2007 Share Posted May 23, 2007 Yes it does Thanks. If you happen have to have an online link to the SKU for Costco that would be great. I wasn't able to find the one on-line. I have seen it in store though. They did have this one though... COSTCO shelving It is 60" wide, so you may be able to fit 5 across... not 100% on that though. Thanks again! I need to get my space back!! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnny G Posted May 23, 2007 Author Share Posted May 23, 2007 Yes, at 60 it may be tight, but possible. I'm buying my supplies on BCW tonight and the shelves tomorrow. I will take it slow, one box at a time, catalog each issue as it needs to be done, swap oy heinous bags. I will rebag all over the winter one box at a time. So, a slow summerlong project, which I am cool with as I am unpacking the basement as we just moved in. Now, for the books (DC Showcase Presents( and others, I am thinking of this: http://www.target.com/gp/detail.html/sr=...asin=B000079FW4 Thoughts again? Bookcase looks nice! With regards to taking it slow; I hear ya! I have started to catalogue everything in my ComicBase program. It will take the better part of a year, but it will be done! I just finished one collection of books I had purchased. They were all cared for nicely, so there was no need to change the bags. I signed up as a wholesaler with a local supplier of bags/boards here in town, so my supoplies are cheap! They also carry the drawer style boxes (for closets) which can come in handy for the "hidden" stuff. I gotta say; I was away from this hobby for 10+ years... I couldn't be happier to be back! Keep us posted on your set-up. John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ringfinger Posted May 23, 2007 Share Posted May 23, 2007 Comic Base? tell me more about that, it could be helpful. I must be in the dark on everything. I will keep all posted. Now, more about that program... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ringfinger Posted May 23, 2007 Share Posted May 23, 2007 Got the shelves on lunch. Had them cut the inlays 44.75x15.25. They would not fit around the collar if not unless I cut wafers out, no desire to do that. I will hopefully see how they fit tonight. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MathMan-migration Posted May 24, 2007 Share Posted May 24, 2007 (edited) My comic collection....Over 180 drawerboxes in my bedroom.... Edited May 24, 2007 by MathMan Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Johnny G Posted May 24, 2007 Author Share Posted May 24, 2007 My comic collection....Over 180 drawerboxes in my bedroom.... Nice! How do you like the Drawer boxes? John Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
