Styling & Care
How should I style decorative books?
Decorative books can be styled vertically, stacked horizontally, layered with objects, used as risers, or arranged by color to create balance and warmth in a room.
Where can I use decorative books?
Decorative books work beautifully on bookshelves, built-ins, coffee tables, consoles, home offices, libraries, entryways, and styled retail or professional spaces.
Can I use these books for a home library?
Yes. Books & Decor collections are perfect for creating a warm, stylish home library using real books with character and visual appeal.
Where are your products manufactured?
Our products are manufactured both locally and globally. We carefully select our manufacturing partners to ensure our products are high quality and a fair value.
How much does shipping cost?
Shipping is calculated based on your location and the items in your order. You will always know the shipping price before you purchase.
Orders, Discounts & Shipping
How do I receive 15% off my first order?
Customers can receive 15% off their first order by completing the contact form and joining The Curated Shelf email list.
Does the 15% discount apply to custom collections?
The 15% first-order offer applies to Books By The Foot and Unique Collections. Custom Collections may have separate pricing depending on the project.
Do you offer local pickup?
Yes. Local pickup is available when arranged through Books & Decor.
Is pricing different for local pickup?
No. Pricing remains consistent for local pickup and shipped orders.
Do you ship orders?
Yes. Books & Decor ships orders so customers can enjoy curated decorative book collections wherever they are.
What is the return policy?
Our goal is for every customer to be totally satisfied with their purchase. If this isn't the case, let us know and we'll do our best to work with you to make it right.
Are any purchases final sale?
We are unable to accept returns on certain items. These will be carefully marked before purchase.
When will I get my order?
We will work quickly to ship your order as soon as possible. Once your order has shipped, you will receive an email with further information. Delivery times vary depending on your location.
How much does shipping cost?
Shipping is calculated based on your location and the items in your order. You will always know the shipping price before you purchase.
Shopping & Collections
What are Colors By The Foot?
Colors By The Foot allows customers to shop decorative books by color. This is perfect for customers who already know the color palette they want for a shelf, office, library, or living space.
What are Unique Collections?
Unique Collections are ready-to-purchase decorative book collections curated and photographed as shown. These collections are one-of-a-kind and available while inventory lasts.
Can I order a custom collection?
Yes. Custom Collections are available for customers who want books curated specifically for their home, shelf, office, library, or design project.
How does a custom collection work?
Customers can share room photos, shelf measurements, inspiration photos, color preferences, and overall style direction. Books & Decor then helps create a collection designed specifically for the space.
Do you work with interior designers, home stagers, and realtors?
Yes. Books & Decor works with homeowners, designers, home stagers, realtors, offices, and other professionals looking to style beautiful spaces with real decorative books.
About Our Books
Are the books real?
Yes. Every Books & Decor collection is made with authentic books. We do not sell faux books, glued props, decorative boxes, or imitation book decor.
Are the books readable?
Yes. Our books are real and readable, although they are selected primarily for decorative use, color, style, size, and visual appeal.
Are the books glued together?
No. The books are not glued together. Each collection is made with individual real books that can be styled, moved, opened, and arranged.
Are the books new?
Our books are gently read or nearly new. Each book is carefully selected for quality, condition, and decorative appeal.
Do the books smell like smoke or mildew?
No. Books are screened carefully and selected with quality in mind. We avoid books with smoke, mildew, or unpleasant odors.