Warning about storing Blu-rays in anything other than cases - Page 7 - Blu-ray Forum

Coenskubrick · 03-12-2016, 02:14 AM

Sorry, it seemed like you were denigrating my suggestion that the shelves were efficient for what the OP was looking for, I sensed a condescending tone to your comment, but apologies if I misread it.

Caustic · 03-12-2016, 02:50 AM

I'd love some of those dvd/blu units from IKEA

I too am in the market for another storage solution. I've got shit in piles everywhere. I quite like the Rimu classic looking bookcases too. They're sturdy, reasonably cheap (got mine for $400) and look great filled with trashy blu rays

Cevolution · 03-12-2016, 09:36 AM

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Originally Posted by Coenskubrick

Sorry, it seemed like you were denigrating my suggestion that the shelves were efficient for what the OP was looking for, I sensed a condescending tone to your comment, but apologies if I misread it.

Not a problem mate.

Russ103 · 03-12-2016, 10:38 AM

I have one of those eBay units Cev and Coen are referring too, and even with the shorter shelf pieces, and lightness of blu-rays and cases, there is still definite signs in bowing. Better timber would solve that problem.

Still a decent option though. My space is limited, so it fits the bill perfectly, and at under $150 delivered, I can't complain.

Holds 504 standard 14mm blu-ray cases (incl Steelbooks)

Coenskubrick · 03-14-2016, 01:09 AM

I kind of wish we had the thinner cases here in Aus. I just don't see any reason to have the thicker ones and waste space.

boredandlazy · 03-14-2016, 03:07 AM

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Originally Posted by Russ103

I have one of those eBay units Cev and Coen are referring too, and even with the shorter shelf pieces, and lightness of blu-rays and cases, there is still definite signs in bowing. Better timber would solve that problem.

Still a decent option though. My space is limited, so it fits the bill perfectly, and at under $150 delivered, I can't complain.

Holds 504 standard 14mm blu-ray cases (incl Steelbooks)

I understand why it's there, but I really don't like the panel that sticks out at the bottom. It's like it's just asking for your toe to be stubbed on it.

TheLaughingMann · 03-14-2016, 03:14 AM

I use a pair of the AmazonBasic 400 slot binders. I stand them up straight so there's the least bit of weight pushing against the discs all around. Seems to work well since I can still take a disc out and play it from anywhere in the page. Otherwise I tossed my cases into boxes and stored them.

slimdude · 03-14-2016, 03:17 AM

If you have a power saw you can cut a portion of the stand off, but the feet is attached and you need it for leverage and stability from the weight.

Russ103 · 03-14-2016, 03:21 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Coenskubrick

I kind of wish we had the thinner cases here in Aus. I just don't see any reason to have the thicker ones and waste space.

Indeed. The US gets slimmer 11mm cases with 3 discs, and most of their single and double disc releases are 7mm or 11mm, yet we still get 14mm single disc releases.

It's why I've been switching mine out for slimmer cases, and consolidating some complete TV series into better options.

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Originally Posted by boredandlazy

In understand why it's there, but I really don't like the panel that sticks out at the bottom. It's like it's just asking for your toe to be stubbed on it.

It looks worse in the photo than it is. If you stub your toe on it, it'll be after you've smashed into it with your shoulder ... or your rolling around on the ground. It's just not possible.

JimShaw · 08-06-2016, 10:20 PM

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Originally Posted by Deciazulado

Can't tell anything from a picture that's ZerO.3K in SiZe.

Seems you post questions problems about OLED everyday

I tried to PM but not allow to. So, this post.

I just noticed that you have over 5,000 Blus and DVDs. Where do you keep that many? I have about 1,200 and running out of room.

Going to have to rethink my storage.

Deciazulado · 08-08-2016, 02:26 AM

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Originally Posted by JimShaw

Blus and DVDs. Where do you keep that many? I have about 1,200 and running out of room.

Going to have to rethink my storage.

One word: nipples

with adhesive. They turn a single case (that you already have) into a double case. Double the flavor double the fun. Can double storage space for Blus by having double the discs in a case. (I use a custom centering tool I made from 3" CD-Rs to center the nipples on the opposite case side so the hubs rest on top of each other on the case when closed)

or... slim 5mm double disc DVD cases. Can sextuple storage space by having 6 DVDs in the space of a single DVD case (15mm).

What about covers you say? Just fold them flat and slip them in between the cases on the shelf or a drawer and the protruding spines serve as indexing cards.

crazyBLUE · 08-08-2016, 02:32 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Deciazulado

One word: nipples

with adhesive. They turn a single case (that you already have) into a double case. Double the flavor double the fun. Can double storage space for Blus by having double the discs in a case. (I use a custom centering tool I made from 3" CD-Rs to center the nipples on the opposite case side so the hubs rest on top of each other on the case when closed)

or... slim 5mm double disc DVD cases. Can sextuple storage space by having 6 DVDs in the space of a single DVD case (15mm).

What about covers you say? Just fold them flat and slip them in between the cases on the shelf or a drawer and the protruding spines serve as indexing cards.

A little off topic are we

Deciazulado · 08-08-2016, 02:34 AM

Yes. When he sees the answer I will move it.

But to do topicality.. OLED seems to be the best image display right now.

crazyBLUE · 08-08-2016, 02:37 AM

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Originally Posted by Deciazulado

Yes. When he sees the answer I will move it.

I don't think you need to do that Deci

JimShaw · 08-08-2016, 02:51 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Deciazulado

Yes. When he sees the answer I will move it.

But to do topicality.. OLED seems to be the best image display right now.

I see it and have copied it to save.

And thanks.

Love my 55E6 and wish I had the money for the 77"

GreatGreg · 08-08-2016, 01:30 PM

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Originally Posted by Rik1138

You just have to be very careful about the dust thing... Spools work from the manufacturing plant because they are in a clean-room environment (or at least the machine is where the discs are spooled), and they are all made from the same press.

Don't know if you read his whole post, but he stores the spindle on its side.

What a great thread this is!

Stu123 · 09-15-2016, 05:03 PM

What arrrrhhhhhhhhh!!!!! I use one of those CD wallet cases got 500 in there.

AnemicOak · 09-27-2016, 06:44 PM

When I hit over 1,000 DVD's years ago and was running out of shelves I went with an apothecary style cabinet and sleeves. Many years later everything is, thankfully, still in perfect condition.

Cabinet similar to this...
http://www.signals.com/signals/Books...rs_HA2022.html

Sleeves I use...
http://www.caselogic.com/en-us/us

My Blu's so far I store in their cases (only have a few hundred).

GreatGreg · 09-27-2016, 09:51 PM

Nice cabinet, but I think it needs to be taller. You can pack in a lot more movies with taller shelf space.

BoogalooShrimp · 09-30-2016, 10:34 PM

I've toyed with the idea of ditching the cases and storing my blu's in sleeves or wallets. Can never bring myself to do it. It's too convenient to just pull a movie off the shelf and watch it. I've accepted the fact that I'll always store my movie on shelves and if I run out of shelf space, I'll just have buy more shelves.

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03-12-2016, 02:14 AM	#121
Coenskubrick Blu-ray Guru Member since:Apr 2015 4K collection:3 Blu-ray collection:558	Sorry, it seemed like you were denigrating my suggestion that the shelves were efficient for what the OP was looking for, I sensed a condescending tone to your comment, but apologies if I misread it.

03-12-2016, 02:50 AM	#122
Caustic Power Member Top contributor Member since:Jun 2013 Location:Melbourne 4K collection:26 Blu-ray collection:2067 DVD collection:3 Trading Score:3	I'd love some of those dvd/blu units from IKEA I too am in the market for another storage solution. I've got shit in piles everywhere. I quite like the Rimu classic looking bookcases too. They're sturdy, reasonably cheap (got mine for $400) and look great filled with trashy blu rays

03-12-2016, 10:38 AM	#124
Russ103 Blu-ray Guru Top contributor Member since:May 2010 Location:Australia 4K collection:103 Blu-ray collection:1081 DVD collection:4 iTunes collection:159 Trading Score:11	I have one of those eBay units Cev and Coen are referring too, and even with the shorter shelf pieces, and lightness of blu-rays and cases, there is still definite signs in bowing. Better timber would solve that problem. Still a decent option though. My space is limited, so it fits the bill perfectly, and at under $150 delivered, I can't complain. Holds 504 standard 14mm blu-ray cases (incl Steelbooks)

03-14-2016, 01:09 AM	#125
Coenskubrick Blu-ray Guru Member since:Apr 2015 4K collection:3 Blu-ray collection:558	I kind of wish we had the thinner cases here in Aus. I just don't see any reason to have the thicker ones and waste space.

03-14-2016, 03:14 AM	#127
TheLaughingMann Blu-ray Ninja Member since:Jan 2015 Location:Delaware 4K collection:32 Blu-ray collection:1961 DVD collection:172 Blu-ray reviews:17 Trading Score:25	I use a pair of the AmazonBasic 400 slot binders. I stand them up straight so there's the least bit of weight pushing against the discs all around. Seems to work well since I can still take a disc out and play it from anywhere in the page. Otherwise I tossed my cases into boxes and stored them.

03-14-2016, 03:17 AM	#128
slimdude Banned Member since:Apr 2009 4K collection:- Blu-ray collection:- DVD collection:- Blu-ray reviews:8	If you have a power saw you can cut a portion of the stand off, but the feet is attached and you need it for leverage and stability from the weight.

08-08-2016, 02:34 AM	#133
Deciazulado Site Manager Top contributor Member since:Aug 2006 Location:USiberia Home Theater Gallery:6 4K collection:1160 Blu-ray collection:7052 DVD collection:4052	Yes. When he sees the answer I will move it. But to do topicality.. OLED seems to be the best image display right now.

09-15-2016, 05:03 PM	#137
Stu123 Power Member Top contributor Member since:Mar 2009 Location:Hadley's Hope on LV-426 4K collection:261 Blu-ray collection:560 DVD collection:392 Trading Score:9	What arrrrhhhhhhhhh!!!!! I use one of those CD wallet cases got 500 in there.

09-27-2016, 06:44 PM	#138
AnemicOak Special Member Member since:Aug 2012 Location:Archbury Blu-ray collection:265 Digital collection:1127 Trading Score:91	When I hit over 1,000 DVD's years ago and was running out of shelves I went with an apothecary style cabinet and sleeves. Many years later everything is, thankfully, still in perfect condition. Cabinet similar to this... http://www.signals.com/signals/Books...rs_HA2022.html Sleeves I use... http://www.caselogic.com/en-us/us My Blu's so far I store in their cases (only have a few hundred).

09-27-2016, 09:51 PM	#139
GreatGreg Blu-ray Knight Top contributor Member since:Oct 2009 Location:Canada Blu-ray collection:- Trading Score:21	Nice cabinet, but I think it needs to be taller. You can pack in a lot more movies with taller shelf space.

09-30-2016, 10:34 PM	#140
BoogalooShrimp Special Member Member since:Jan 2007 Location:Las Vegas, NV Blu-ray collection:454	I've toyed with the idea of ditching the cases and storing my blu's in sleeves or wallets. Can never bring myself to do it. It's too convenient to just pull a movie off the shelf and watch it. I've accepted the fact that I'll always store my movie on shelves and if I run out of shelf space, I'll just have buy more shelves.

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