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The Tidy Books Personalised Children’s Bookcase

135 reviews

£189.00

Grows a reader

Choose coloured letters from our range, and we will make your personalised baby bookshelf by hand.

  • We will send you a personal proof of your design. Please check your junk email for the proof
  • Helps kids to discover the world of books for themselves
  • Designed by a mother. Multiple award-winning design
  • Made with sustainable solid lime wood & lime plywood
  • Investment buy. Will last for at least 10 years and can be passed on
  • Personal customer support from the Tidy Books team. We’re here for you
  • Handmade product. Finished in an eco-friendly water lacquer for a natural vintage look
  • Delivery usually within 10 working days
  • We donate to literacy charity Coram Beanstalk with every purchase.
  • Brexit and EU deliveries: You will NOT be charged for customs clearance and your shipments will be delivered as usual

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Description

Personalise your child’s home library with the award-winning Tidy Books Personalised Children’s Bookcase

Tidy Books’ original bookcase design makes it easy for your child to pick out books for themselves, encouraging independent reading. Simple, stylish design.

Designed by a mum, the Tidy Books bookcase was the first front-facing bookcase for the home, and aligns with Montessori principles.

Eco-friendly production and stylish, compact design make this bookcase the perfect gift.

Ready to get your child reading?  Shop now!

  • Holds up to 85 books of all shapes and sizes.
  • Dimensions: H 115cm, W 77cm, D 7cm
  • Tidy Books products are built to last - we provide replacement parts should you ever need them
  • Eco-friendly sustainable wood. No MDF
  • 3 styles available: Alphabet, Plain & Personalised
  • Delivery within 10 days. UK Delivery charge £6
  • Safe, water lacquer finish
  • Self Assembly - Clear instructions provided & we're always here to help.
  • Handmade finish
  • Fixes securely to the wall.
  • Worldwide delivery
  • Safety Tested

" The Tidy Books Children’s book case has certainly been a huge hit here, it’s encouraged Monster to pick out different books each story time which is a minor miracle and has kept his beloved books neat and tidy when not in use. "

- Monster Fun House

" It looks stunning in the playroom, and it has encouraged the children to read even more than they did before, having the books all spread out on the shelves means they can see books which would normally be buried under a pile in a box. So not only is our playroom tidier, but it has encouraged even more reading! "

- Blog by Baby

" The Tidy Books bookcases engage children in reading, and reading is one of the greatest skills a child can have; it unlocks gateways to new worlds of wonder and imagination. And you can't put a price on that. "

- The Boy and Me

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How To Personalise
  • Choose letters in up to 3 colours to create your child’s name.
  • There is space for up to 10 letters.
  • You will receive a proof of your personalised bookcase for you to approve.
  • If you have any questions, or special requests, please contact us directly on 020 8520 4647, or email us at info@tidy-books.com.
  • Please note. Once you have approved your bookcase, you cannot cancel or return your order. Please see our terms and conditions for more details.
Product Details
Colour

Ivory, Natural, Pale Grey, White

Capacity

Holds up to 85 children’s books of all shapes and sizes.

Dimensions

H115cm x W77cm x D7cm

Simple Design

Stylish design to fit with your decor

Assembly Required

Yes

Material

Sustainable solid lime wood and lime plywood (No MDF)
Will not bend under weight of books

Back panels included

Books will not slip behind the bookcase

Eco-Friendly Finish

Finished in safe water lacquer which has low VOCs and is virtually odourless. It’s better for the planet, the producers and your family. Please note that the nature of water lacquer means that the letters' colours, may fade or darken over time, depending on exposure to sunlight.  

Handmade Finish

Our designs are handmade and finished with water lacquer. We could have coated the wood with a thick, solvent based acrylic, but we made an ethical choice. Water lacquer is a safe, eco-friendly finish that shows the natural imperfections and grain patterns in the wood. Your product will have a natural look in style and finish, with the charm of a handmade product.

Replacement Parts

Available to order from us when you need them.

Originality Guaranteed

Copyrighted and trademarked design.

Design Classic

The original design was a first, and changed the concept of what a ‘good’ kids bookcase should do.

Investment Buy

Will last for at least 10 years and can be passed on.

Weight:

8kg

Safety

Our products are safety tested for your peace of mind. The Tidy Books bookcase is designed to be attached securely to the wall so that it won't topple if your child uses the bookcase to pull themselves up. Manufactured to standards EN14749 and ASTM F963

The Story
Your first library should have your name on it! After all, it's the beginning of the whole world opening up to you. Where you will go and who you will meet in your first books? Everything I make is designed to be fun and enjoyable for children, to draw them in and foster their sense of independence. I created the Personalised Tidy Books bookcase because ordinary children's bookcases decorated or not made no sense to me - books fall out. Plus how can you put such thin books of different sizes on an ordinary shelf?  A box doesn't work either as the kids can’t see the covers. I wanted something that works well for kids and their books and looks good too, so I created the original Tidy Books children's bookcase for my daughter, Adele in 2004.  And this changed the way books are presented to children in the home. I make sure all my designs are stripped back to keep them looking stylish so they blend easily into a home. It’s about creating a timeless classic that can be passed down through the generations. My designs give kids the freedom to discover their world by themselves- because kids really do know best.
Geraldine Founder and Designer of Tidy Books
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Your first library should have your name on it! After all, it's the beginning of the whole world opening up to you. Where you will go and who you will meet in your first books? Everything I make is designed to be fun and enjoyable for children, to draw them in and foster their sense of independence. I created the Personalised Tidy Books bookcase because ordinary children's bookcases decorated or not made no sense to me - books fall out. Plus how can you put such thin books of different sizes on an ordinary shelf?  A box doesn't work either as the kids can’t see the covers. I wanted something that works well for kids and their books and looks good too, so I created the original Tidy Books children's bookcase for my daughter, Adele in 2004.  And this changed the way books are presented to children in the home. I make sure all my designs are stripped back to keep them looking stylish so they blend easily into a home. It’s about creating a timeless classic that can be passed down through the generations. My designs give kids the freedom to discover their world by themselves- because kids really do know best.
Geraldine Founder and Designer of Tidy Books
Fitting Instructions

Fitting Your Bookcase To the Wall

The bookcase is designed to rest on the floor, at about 5cm from the wall. For safety, you will need to screw the top of the bookcase into the wall. The bookcase will lean towards the wall at a slight angle, leaving space for dado rails and skirting boards (skirting boards up to 30cm high).

Wear and tear might mean a letter goes missing from your bookcase.  If it happens, get in touch and we’ll make sure your bookcase has a complete alphabet once more.

For your child’s safety, we leave the screws uncovered.  The bookcase is designed for very small children to use,  and a cap or cover on the screws would be a choking hazard.

The heights of the shelves mean small and large books fit neatly.

Small books don’t get lost, and large books have a home on the differently sized shelves.

The dimensions of each shelf are:

  • Top, open shelf: height 31cm
  • Second shelf down: height 23cm
  • Third shelf down: height 18cm
  • Bottom, fourth shelf: height 27cm
  • Just a reminder, each shelf is 77cm wide and 7cm deep.
Delivery
  • Delivery via DPD usually within 10 working days. You will receive a text when your order is on its way.
  • UK Delivery charge £6. EU delivery typically 15 Euros. Worldwide delivery - see charge at checkout.
  • Brexit customs information for deliveries to Europe & Northern Ireland: You will NOT be charged customs clearance and your order will arrive as usual. Tidy Books have set up an account to cover the custom charges and customs clearance. If you have any problems please get in touch straight away. Email info@tidy-books.com or call 00 44 (0)20 85204647. This process is working well and customers are receiving orders as they did pre Brexit.
  • DO GET IN TOUCH as soon as possible if your personalised item is for a special occasion and you need it by a specific date.
  • Products marked as sold out will be delayed. Please see product for delivery times.
  • Please ensure you add the correct delivery address as mistakes cannot be changed at a later stage. 
  • Tidy Books products have a craft finish; they do not have the sleek finish of a mass produced item.   We will not consider this a fault and you will be charged for the return postage. See 'Delivery and Returns.'for more information
Finish
  • Handmade and finished with safe, eco-friendly water lacquer.
  • We made an ethical choice not to use thick, solvent based acrylic.
  • Water lacquer shows wood’s natural imperfections and grain patterns.
  • Your product will have a natural, handmade craft look in style and finish. It will not have the sleek finish of a mass produced product.
  • Read more at 'How We Manufacture.'

Customer Reviews

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Anne Kennedy
Lovely bookcase

This is my second personalised bookcase from this company purchased for my younger granddaughter. As before lovely bookcase and excellent customer service. Highly recommended as the children take great delight in choosing a book and moving them around the shelves as the bookcase is so accessible fir little ones.

Dear Anne, thank you so much for your repeat purchases and lovely review, as a small business we really appreciate it :)) , Best wishes, Tidy Books

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Nabila Sheikh
Very cute

Looks very cute in my toddler's room. Just wish it was a bit taller to go further up the wall.

Dear Nabila , thank you so much for your 5* and your feedback . The bookcase has been designed so toddlers can reach all their books . This is why it doesn't go flat up the wall like some of the imitation Tidy Books bookcases which are out of reach for children. And coming soon we will have some more book storage which will give some extra space. Watch this space . We hope your child enjoys their bookcase for many years . Best wishes, Tidy Books

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Elizabeth Naumova

Great design, very slim so fits perfectly in a small space, thank you!

Dear Elizabeth, Thank you for your 5* We hope your child loves their bookcase for many years to come. Best wishes, Tidy Books

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Jill K
We love this bookshelf!

This is a sturdy, functional, and aesthetically pleasing piece. I'm glad we bought it.

Dear Jill, many thanks for your 5 * We hope your child will love their bookcase for many years :) Happy reading ! Best wishes, Tidy Books

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Jincy Gregoir
Lovely book case

Great design
Easy in use for our daughter
Looks nicely on our living room
Easy assembly.

Dear Jincy, Thank you for such lovely feedback, and your patience when the 1st bookcase got lost by the courier, as a small business we truly appreciate your custom and kindness. We hope your daughter enjoys her bookcase for many years :) Best wishes, Tidy Books.

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