Question 1

What are the displays made of?

Accepted Answer

Each cabinet is built from 12mm birch plywood with smooth rounded edges. The interior receives two coats of matte lacquer and the exterior a satin lacquer finish — both chosen to protect against humidity, discolouration, and to allow easy cleaning.

Question 2

Are the shelves real glass?

Accepted Answer

The shelves are made from 3mm glass. We chose real glass over acrylic to avoid the shelves bending too easily.  Or else we had to use too thick acrylic which would ruin the elegance...  Downside is a risk of breakage, especially during transport, which is why they are carefully wrapped and attached for transportation.

Question 3

Is the front panel real glass?

Accepted Answer

Yes, the front panel is acrylic framed in matching wood, held by discreet magnets. It removes in seconds and clicks back into place with a satisfying hold.  Lighter and more impact resistant than glass, which is important given the higher risk of bumping against the lid of the display.

Question 4

How strong are the displays?

Accepted Answer

The cabinet joints have been tested to hold up to 10 kg — more than enough for even the most ambitious collection. For the shelves, the key factor is footprint rather than weight alone. The wider the base of an object, the better the load is distributed across the shelf. A heavy object with a large base will sit perfectly; a very heavy object balanced on a small point is more likely to cause slight bending over time, although the glass shelves should prevent that. In practice, normal miniatures, collectibles, and scale models will never come close to this limit.

Question 5

Can I get a different size, finish or wood type?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Custom finishes and alternative wood types are available on request. Use the custom quote form on my contact page to describe what you have in mind, and then we can start designing together.

Frequently asked questions

What are the displays made of?

Are the shelves real glass?

Is the front panel real glass?

How strong are the displays?

Can I get a different size, finish or wood type?