Keep your books in place with the Edentonlane swinging bookends. These pieces are a charming addition to your bookshelf or table top. Bring childlike joy to your library with this playful bookend
Color
Gold
Collection
Edentonlane
Style
Transitional
Subject
People
Theme
People
Type
Bookends
Q&A answers generated with AI assistance.
How effective are these bookends at holding up heavy hardcover books?
With a substantial 10-inch height, these bookends provide the necessary leverage and vertical support to keep larger volumes and heavy hardcovers securely in place. Their metal-finished construction offers more durability and stability than lighter plastic alternatives, ensuring your library remains organized without the bookends sliding or tipping.
Why do these bookends require assembly?
The required customer assembly for this set is minimal and designed to ensure the structural integrity of the piece. This typically involves securely attaching the decorative swinging figures to the base plates. Following the included instructions ensures the components are perfectly aligned for maximum stability on your shelf or tabletop.
Do these bookends suit a professional home office or a more casual space?
These bookends feature a transitional style with a warm gold finish, making them highly versatile. While the "swinging people" theme adds a sense of "childlike joy" and playfulness to a nursery or casual living room, the sophisticated metallic finish ensures they look equally refined and professional on a home office executive desk or bookshelf.
What is the best way to clean and maintain the gold finish?
To preserve the lustrous gold finish, we recommend regular dusting with a soft, lint-free cloth to prevent buildup. Based on our material care expertise, if a deeper clean is required, use a soft sponge with mild soap and water; always avoid harsh chemical cleaners or abrasive pads, as these can scratch or dull the metallic surface.
Can these bookends be used on smooth or glass surfaces without sliding?
While designed for standard wooden bookshelves and tabletops, their 6-inch depth provides a generous footprint that helps distribute weight evenly. For use on particularly smooth surfaces like glass or polished marble, we recommend placing small adhesive felt or rubber pads on the bottom to increase grip and provide an extra layer of protection for your furniture's surface.
Are these bookends large enough for deep bookshelves?
These bookends measure 5"W x 6"D x 10"H, making them a significant decorative accent. The 6-inch depth is ideal for standard shelf depths, ensuring they sit flush and provide a sturdy anchor point for your books without overextending or appearing undersized next to large-format volumes.
5.00"w x 6.00"d x 10.00"h