Corner Tree Bookshelves: Sizes, Wood Finishes and Prices

A handcrafted corner tree bookshelf from Wrydeco starts at $2391.00 for a 49"W x 55"H x 8"D unit. Which size fits depends on the clear wall run along both walls of your corner, ceiling height, and whether your baseboards allow the unit to sit flush against the drywall.

In this guide

1. How does a corner tree bookshelf fit into a 90-degree corner?
2. Which corner tree bookshelf size fits your room?
3. Which solid wood finish matches your space?
4. How do shelf depth and tier counts affect book storage?
5. Worked example: sizing a corner bookshelf for a living room corner

How does a corner tree bookshelf fit into a 90-degree corner?

A corner tree bookshelf uses the intersection of two walls to support branch-like shelves radiating outward from a central trunk. Standard flat bookcases leave dead triangular space on either side when placed diagonally across a corner. A true corner tree bookshelf mounts directly into the corner vertex, spreading its branches along both adjacent walls. Wrydeco's collection features 29 distinct designs priced from $2391.00 to $6034.00, crafted from solid hardwood. You can compare all 29 corner tree bookshelves to see how the canopy branches spread across different heights.

How to apply it: inspect the corner where you plan to install the shelf. Check both walls for electrical outlets, light switches, heating vents, or low-hanging pendant fixtures that might sit in the path of the upper branches. Use a carpenter square to confirm the corner is close to 90 degrees, as older drywall corners can have slight variations.

What to check

• Clear wall distance along both the left and right intersecting walls
• Distance from corner vertex to nearest window frame or door trim
• Location of wall studs on both walls for structural mounting
• Floor baseboard thickness and whether bottom notches are required

Which corner tree bookshelf size fits your room?

The collection offers four standard sizes calibrated for different room scales and ceiling heights:

• 49"W x 55"H x 8"D: starts at $2391.00. This compact model fits small reading nooks, entryways, or bedrooms with standard 8-foot ceilings.
• 60"W x 60"H x 10"D: starts at $2991.00. The balanced mid-size option for standard living rooms and home libraries.
• 75"W x 69"H x 12"D: starts at $3783.00. Designed for wider open wall runs and larger book collections.
• 90"W x 82"H x 12"D: starts at $4591.00. A floor-to-ceiling focal piece for tall rooms or vaulted ceilings.

The stated width represents the total wall span covered by the outer tips of the branches across both walls. As width increases, shelf depth also expands from 8" to 12" to maintain structural balance and shelf capacity.

How to apply it: mark the width on both walls using painter's tape starting from the inside corner corner vertex. For a 60"W unit, verify that you have roughly 30" to 35" of open wall clearance on each side of the corner. Step back 10 feet into the room to verify that the taped boundary does not crowd adjoining furniture.

What to check

• Ceiling height relative to the unit's height (leave at least 6" above the top branch)
• Clear wall span on both sides of the corner vertex
• Walkway clearance around the corner so the 8" to 12" depth does not impede movement
• Location of curtain rods or wall-mounted art on adjacent walls

Which solid wood finish matches your space?

Wrydeco offers five finish choices across the corner tree bookshelf collection, all sharing the same base price of $2391.00 on standard 49" models:

• Natural: reveals the raw, light grain of the hardwood under a clear protective sealer. Ideal for Scandinavian, modern, or coastal interiors.
• Light Oak: provides a subtle golden hue with visible grain contrast, pairing well with light hardwood floors.
• Walnut: a balanced medium brown tone that complements traditional furniture and leather upholstery.
• Dark Walnut: a rich, deep chocolate tone that creates strong visual contrast against light plaster or painted drywall.
• Custom: bespoke stain formulation configured to match existing architectural millwork or floor samples.

How to apply it: compare the wood tone of your existing flooring and adjacent furniture. If your floor has reddish undertones, Walnut or Dark Walnut balances the warmth. If your room features cool gray paint or white millwork, Natural or Light Oak provides organic texture without darkening the corner.

What to check

• Existing flooring tone (warm amber, cool gray, or dark espresso)
• Natural lighting levels in the corner during daytime hours
• Whether matching or contrasting with surrounding wood pieces is your primary goal
• Clear coat gloss preference under direct artificial lighting

How do shelf depth and tier counts affect book storage?

Shelf depth determines what categories of media you can store without overhang. The 8" depth on the 49"W model accommodates standard paperbacks, poetry volumes, and trade paperbacks up to 7" deep. The 10" and 12" depths on the 60", 75", and 90" models comfortably support hardcover novels, art books, and heavier vinyl records.

Because the shelves mimic organic tree limbs, individual shelf tiers vary in length and angle. Longer branch tiers near the base hold stacks of heavy books, while upper angled boughs display upright volumes supported by natural branch stops.

How to apply it: gather the books you intend to shelve and measure the depth of your largest volumes. If art monographs or binders exceed 8 inches, select the 60"W model with 10" depth or the 75"W model with 12" depth. Heavy book collections should always be distributed across lower branch tiers anchored directly into wall studs.

What to check

• Largest book depth in your personal library
• Estimated weight of items to be placed on upper versus lower tiers
• Need for bookends versus utilizing natural branch crotches as book supports
• Accessibility of upper tiers for daily reading materials

Worked example: sizing a corner bookshelf for a living room corner

This worked example uses realistic hypothetical room dimensions to demonstrate how to determine the correct unit size.

Consider a living room with 9-foot (108") ceilings. The chosen corner has 42 inches of open drywall to the left before reaching a window casing, and 50 inches of open wall to the right before an armchair.

1. Width evaluation: The total available horizontal clearance across both walls is 92 inches (42" + 50"). A 75"W unit requires roughly 40" of clearance on each wall leg, fitting within both walls while leaving 2" to spare on the left wall. A 90"W unit would collide with the window casing.
2. Height evaluation: The 75"W model stands 69" high. In a room with 108" ceilings, this leaves 39" of vertical space above the top branch, creating a balanced proportion without crowding the ceiling line.
3. Depth evaluation: The 75"W unit has a 12" depth. The adjacent armchair sits 24" away from the right wall, leaving ample walkway space without obstruction.
4. Finish selection: The room features light oak floors and off-white walls. Choosing Dark Walnut creates an architectural statement piece that outlines the branch silhouettes against the light wall.
5. Cost calculation: The 75"W x 69"H x 12"D configuration in Dark Walnut begins at $3783.00, providing expansive display storage for both hardcover art books and novels.

Once you have verified your wall run, ceiling clearance, and depth needs, you can view the complete corner bookshelf collection to choose your dimensions and finish.