Question about storing sets vertically using an open sided shelving unit

[jaisonline]

Hi, I have an existing shelving unit in my basement that will be used for my Lego sets. Please see attached picture of a similar one, I store each set vertically and in a basic checkout Target, Walmart, etc... bag for dust protection. The bags also help protect from scuffs when gently sliding sets in and out. One question I have is for those with a similar inventory setup, what do you use on the ends on each self? Do you use a bookend type of object? I currently use a set in a shipping box on each end. I then place a small but sturdy object (e.g. actual bookends).

[exciter1]

You should be in good shape.

[Wizkid23]

Yeah, I really like the way you are storing the sets, very smart and a great idea

[RunMan3]

Hi,

I have an existing shelving unit in my basement that will be used for my Lego sets. Please see attached picture of a similar one,

I store each set vertically and in a basic checkout Target, Walmart, etc... bag for dust protection. The bags also help protect from scuffs when gently sliding sets in and out.

One question I have is for those with a similar inventory setup, what do you use on the ends on each self?

Do you use a bookend type of object? I currently use a set in a shipping box on each end. I then place a small but sturdy object (e.***. actual bookends).

I think I remember reading somewhere that it's not a good idea to store sets vertically but I can't remember where I read it or what the reasoning was for not doing so. Maybe someone here knows and can tell us. Anyone?

[stephen_rockefeller]

I know stacking is a no no but not sure of the vertical method......this is how I store my collection and have had zero problems, let me look through the forum.

[jaisonline]

I did read the Storage article by Mos. Vertical storage is alright as my sets are stacked tightly together to support one another (like books on library shelve) http://www.brickpicker.com/index.php/blog/view/lego_storage_wars