This page is intended for representatives of public libraries, school libraries, and municipal institutions who are planning to furnish or refurbish library premises. VVN offers a wide range of library furniture – from bookshelves and card catalogues to reading-room tables, chairs, and children’s area solutions – built to withstand intensive daily use. The furniture can be adapted to the dimensions of the space and to functional requirements, and VVN provides delivery and installation across the Baltic and Nordic region. By choosing VVN, you gain a single partner for the entire library fit-out process – from consultation through to final installation.
Library furnishing is made up of four main furniture groups – shelving, card catalogues, reading-room tables and chairs, and children’s area furniture. Each group has its own function and selection criteria.
Library shelving is the library’s primary storage solution for books, periodicals, and other materials. It is available in single-sided and double-sided configurations, with adjustable shelf height to accommodate publications of different formats. Shelving is used both in open reading areas and in closed storage rooms.
A library card catalogue is a specialised storage unit with narrow, pull-out drawer compartments designed for the systematic storage of card catalogues, documents, or other small-format materials. Although most libraries today use digital catalogues, card catalogues are still used for storing archives, special collections, and historical materials.
Reading-room tables and chairs form the foundation of the library’s work and reading areas. They must be durable enough for long-term use and ergonomically suited to both individual work and group activities.
Furniture intended for children’s library areas differs through lower heights, rounded edges, and brighter designs to ensure safety and attract younger readers. This furniture should be selected according to the relevant children’s age group and must comply with applicable safety standards.
Furniture Type | Main Function | Typical Placement |
Library shelving | Storage of books and publications | Reading areas, storage rooms |
Card catalogues | Systematic storage of cards and documents | Archives, special collections |
Reading-room tables and chairs | Individual and group work | Reading rooms, study areas |
Children’s area furniture | Safe, age-appropriate environment for children | Children’s library sections |
The choice of library furniture is determined by five main criteria – load-bearing capacity, adjustability, materials, safety in children’s areas, and space layout.
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