Children's book storage in Exeter
Professional children's book storage services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60
Typical Duration
45-60 mins
Location
Exeter, Devon
Professional children's book storage fitting - front-facing shelves at child height where they can see covers and choose their own books. Encourages reading, keeps things tidy.
Books They'll Actually Read
Standard bookcases don't work for young children - they can't see what's there when books are spine-out. Front-facing display shows covers, making book choice part of the fun.
💡 Pro tip: Rotate books regularly - keep some stored away and swap them every few weeks. Feels like new books every time.
Why Good Book Storage Matters
| ✅ Done Right | ❌ Done Wrong |
|---|---|
| Front-facing display | Spines only visible |
| Child can reach | Too high |
| Secure to wall | Tip-over risk |
| Right capacity | Overstuffed and messy |
What You Get
🔧 The Full Service
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Position | Height and location agreed |
| Fit | Storage securely mounted |
| Level | Checked straight and secure |
| Anchor | Wall-fixed for safety |
📦 You're Left With
- Book storage at right height
- Secure wall fixing
- Ready to fill
- Encourages reading
Pricing Guide
| Scope | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Single storage unit | 45-60 mins | £60 |
| Multiple units/shelves | 1-2 hrs | £60-£110 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. Assembly time depends on unit type.
Perfect For Your Project If...
✅ Young readers - Want front-facing display
✅ Nursery setup - Part of room fit-out
✅ Playroom - Reading corner creation
✅ Safety - Need proper wall anchoring
Why Choose Us for Children's book storage in Exeter?
Books at child height
Front-facing display
Easy for children to choose
Encourages reading
What to Expect
Step 1: Position
Agree location and height for your child.
Step 2: Fit
Storage assembled and mounted.
Step 3: Secure
Wall anchored for safety.
🔧 DIY Tips
Fitting yourself? Here's what works:
🔧 Tools you'll need
- Drill and wall plugs
- Spirit level
- Screwdriver
- Tape measure
- Stud finder
📐 Good positioning
- Mark at child's eye level
- Check wall type (stud vs masonry)
- Use appropriate fixings
- Level carefully
- Anchor to wall even if freestanding
⚠️ Common DIY mistakes
- Too high for child to reach
- Not level (books slide to one end)
- Weak wall fixings
- Freestanding without anchor
💡 Pro trick: Fit a small lip or rail at the front edge of shelves - stops books falling forward when child is browsing.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
📚 Reading research - children with easy access to books at their level read more. Front-facing storage that shows covers encourages browsing and choice. It works.
Storage types:
- Front-facing wall shelves
- Book sling/fabric pockets
- Ledge shelves
- Low bookcases (anchored)
- Rotating book tower
Related services:
- Bookcase wall anchoring
- Shelving installation
- Nursery setup
Frequently Asked Questions
Why front-facing book storage?
Children choose books by the cover, not the spine. Front-facing shelves show the covers so children can see what's available. Standard bookcases with spines out don't work for young children.
What height should it be?
Eye level and reaching height for your child - which changes as they grow. We can fit adjustable systems or plan for repositioning later.
Wall-mounted or freestanding?
Wall-mounted is safer (no tip-over risk) and saves floor space. Freestanding works but must be anchored to the wall for safety.
How many books will it hold?
Depends on the size - but front-facing storage holds fewer books than traditional shelving. The trade-off is that children actually use the books rather than ignoring a packed bookcase.
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