R.I.P THE DETOLF

Apparently Ikea will discontinue the selling of Detolfs. I don't know exactly when, so get one while you can.

It's more likely that Ikea is planning to do a major revamp of the product line. They will likely change either the packaging or the materials. (and the inner cynic says this is to justify the price increases)

My latest batch of Detolfs from this month already have some new modifications (besides the thinner shelves). There are now plastic tabs at the end of each of the outer glass panes (besides the door). They also now have a plastic tab to hold the back pane in place during assembly that's left in the final assembly.

I already own 23 Detolfs so it'll be interesting to see what all changes.

emmadesu • 4 months ago • #124014085Apparently Ikea will discontinue the selling of Detolfs. I don't know exactly when, so get one while you can.

Maybe it's because some People's windows just burst. got mine extra secured

There seems to be articles going back over a year talking about Ikea Detolf being discontinued. What is the source of the news mentioned here?

In my country, there has only been white Detolfs available for almost 2 years now. So I wouldn't be surprised if this is the case.

However, like the above answers, I believe a rebranding is possible; like how they did with Morliden to Högbo (and how absolutely pointless that was lol).

While I love adding new Detolfs side by side for almost 14 years now, I would actually welcome a rebranding, because it has its own issues. For example something with adjustable shelf size, dust proof or something taller would be amazing. I know these are all a stretch, but i wish they'd consider.

isaoralilly • 4 months ago • #124711393Maybe it's because some People's windows just burst. got mine extra securedHaven't heard about that before. How did you secure it?

emmadesu • 4 months ago • #124730628Haven't heard about that before. How did you secure it?

Google it. One person's figures were recently damaged:( i saw his post on Instagram. I put a protective film on it

emmadesu • 4 months ago • #124730628Haven't heard about that before. How did you secure it?
My guess is that in the majority of the "sudden shattering" incidents, the issue was with the assembly of the Detolf (regardless if the person will admit it or not). Either by over tightening the screws (which is admittedly difficult to do), or by not properly inserting the glass into the slots. What looks fine (particularly not fully slotting the glass in) is just a ticking time bomb for when the glass eventually fails due to the compression.

Glass doesn't just shatter without reason. It's not like we drive around boxes with glass inserts on them or anything.

Hey everyone, hope you’re all enjoying your collections! I’ve been exploring the idea of introducing a new line of illuminated display cases specifically designed for collectors like us. I’m aiming for a balance of aesthetics, practicality, and affordability. Would love to hear your thoughts - is this something you’d be interested in? Thanks in advance for your feedback![img][/img]

hellWrld • 3 months ago • #125290573Hey everyone, hope you’re all enjoying your collections! I’ve been exploring the idea of introducing a new line of illuminated display cases specifically designed for collectors like us. I’m aiming for a balance of aesthetics, practicality, and affordability. Would love to hear your thoughts - is this something you’d be interested in? Thanks in advance for your feedback![img][/img]

I mean, it sounds like a decent idea, but without investment into the idea from other people, I can't really see it taking off. Manufacturing a product for retail is a lot more difficult than modifying something which already exists, and even then, modification is a lot more feasible for most collectors than buying into this idea of a specially made case.

I do have a suggestion though. If you are interested in making this product more affordable, assuming you actually get this idea off the ground, then I suggest substituting glass in favor of plexiglass. Plexiglass is made from acrylic, easy to source from hardware stores/plastic distributors, is easy to cut, and is relatively cheap. Importantly, plexiglass also reflects harmful UV rays and works well to protect collectibles from dust. I had a sheet specially cut by a company known as Professional Plastics for one of my repurposed display cases, but I'm going to cut my own sheet for my other case that I haven't done yet. With the pandemic over, I'm sure you will be able to find plexiglass around from any plastic workshops which may have overstocked because of the demand for protective shop fronts during the pandemic.

Sopranos • 3 months ago • #125532510I mean, it sounds like a decent idea, but without investment into the idea from other people, I can't really see it taking off. Manufacturing a product for retail is a lot more difficult than modifying something which already exists, and even then, modification is a lot more feasible for most collectors than buying into this idea of a specially made case.
I do have a suggestion though. If you are interested in making this product more affordable, assuming you actually get this idea off the ground, then I suggest substituting glass in favor of plexiglass. Plexiglass is made from acrylic, easy to source from hardware stores/plastic distributors, is easy to cut, and is relatively cheap. Importantly, plexiglass also reflects harmful UV rays and works well to protect collectibles from dust. I had a sheet specially cut by a company known as Professional Plastics for one of my repurposed display cases, but I'm going to cut my own sheet for my other case that I haven't done yet. With the pandemic over, I'm sure you will be able to find plexiglass around from any plastic workshops which may have overstocked because of the demand for protective shop fronts during the pandemic.

I'm planning on using these as inspiration:

[img]imgur.com/a/ABq...[/img]

I want to design the white case but with RGB effects. The dimensions are approximately 4.92 feet x 3.28 feet x 1.31 feet.

I appreciate your suggestion about using plexiglass, but I feel tempered glass will be better for displaying purposes.

My price range, I'm thinking around 700-900 USD per unit. Thoughts?

hellWrld • 3 months ago • #125633789I'm planning on using these as inspiration:
[img]imgur.com/a/ABq...[/img]
I want to design the white case but with RGB effects. The dimensions are approximately 4.92 feet x 3.28 feet x 1.31 feet.
I appreciate your suggestion about using plexiglass, but I feel tempered glass will be better for displaying purposes.
My price range, I'm thinking around 700-900 USD per unit. Thoughts?

I do agree with you that tempered glass does look better, but tempered glass is also prone to shattering in a way which plexiglass does not; plexiglass can chip or break into chunks if its damaged, but ultimately it is less prone to breaking and is more durable than tempered glass. Even though plexiglass is more durable, I will add that tempered glass should not break in this capacity, provided that the end user properly installs the glass and secures it safely into whatever you design to hold it. Also, tempered glass can be cleaned with products like Windex or other ammonia-based cleaners, while plexiglass cannot, so take that information as you will.

As for the RGB lighting, LED lights are relatively cheap. In my opinion, I think that built-in fixtures look the best. Some of your examples have these built-in fixtures while others have strips. Personally, I would design built-in LED lights for your case and allow the end user to install their own light strips.

For the sake of my convenience, I'm converting your measurements to inches. I rounded each measurement to this: 59 inch x 39 inch x 16 inch. A case of this size isn't a bad idea whatsoever, but I'm trying to figure out how you're planning to charge $700-$900 per unit. Am I misreading your measurements somehow? What other materials besides tempered glass are you planning to use?

Seems pricier compared to many of the popular options popularized by the community. I might be missing something though and the price makes sense and I just can't see it.

Sopranos • 3 months ago • #125635789I do agree with you that tempered glass does look better, but tempered glass is also prone to shattering in a way which plexiglass does not; plexiglass can chip or break into chunks if its damaged, but ultimately it is less prone to breaking and is more durable than tempered glass. Even though plexiglass is more durable, I will add that tempered glass should not break in this capacity, provided that the end user properly installs the glass and secures it safely into whatever you design to hold it. Also, tempered glass can be cleaned with products like Windex or other ammonia-based cleaners, while plexiglass cannot, so take that information as you will.
As for the RGB lighting, LED lights are relatively cheap. In my opinion, I think that built-in fixtures look the best. Some of your examples have these built-in fixtures while others have strips. Personally, I would design built-in LED lights for your case and allow the end user to install their own light strips.
For the sake of my convenience, I'm converting your measurements to inches. I rounded each measurement to this: 59 inch x 39 inch x 16 inch. A case of this size isn't a bad idea whatsoever, but I'm trying to figure out how you're planning to charge $700-$900 per unit. Am I misreading your measurements somehow? What other materials besides tempered glass are you planning to use?
Seems pricier compared to many of the popular options popularized by the community. I might be missing something though and the price makes sense and I just can't see it.

Hi the pricing was just a quick ballpark number. I'm really just planning on a markup of about 50-100% from the cost to manufacture. I was already quoted for about $300 per unit for something like the design below.

Here's a design rough draft:
imgur.com/a/sPn...

I want to add another shelf and I'm thinking about switching the sliding glass doors to a glass panel you can lift so it displays the figures a lot better. All of this to make it a unique design that will appeal to collectors.

hellWrld • 3 months ago • #125747352Hi the pricing was just a quick ballpark number. I'm really just planning on a markup of about 50-100% from the cost to manufacture. I was already quoted for about $300 per unit for something like the design below.
Here's a design rough draft:
imgur.com/a/sPn...
I want to add another shelf and I'm thinking about switching the sliding glass doors to a glass panel you can lift so it displays the figures a lot better. All of this to make it a unique design that will appeal to collectors.

I think the design looks pretty nice honestly. In my opinion though, I would either keep the sliding door or swap the sliding door with cabinet doors similar to curio or folio doors. I don't really like the idea of a tempered glass panel that I would have to lift to open the case.

isaoralilly • 4 months ago • #124730663Google it. One person's figures were recently damaged:( i saw his post on Instagram. I put a protective film on it
Protective film? Could you elaborate please?

NekoAleu • 2 months ago • #125918162Protective film? Could you elaborate please?

There is a foil that prevents glass from flying around if it breaks. like for the Smartphone. I put that on my Detolf. Also the glass floors

I saw this a lot recently on the Internet, its so sad because I already have 3 and was planning to buy more. Last week i went with my family to Ikea and saw the DETOLF at 50 EUR (usually here in Spain they cost like 70/80 EUR) and I thought "wow so cheap, this is the moment to buy the new one", and now I know why it was that cheap xD
Ill go today and see if its still there and for that price.

Im not sure If I like the "new" one, maybe I need to see it in place to have a former opinion. I Hope at least is cheaper ^^U

hellWrld • 3 months ago • #125747352Hi the pricing was just a quick ballpark number. I'm really just planning on a markup of about 50-100% from the cost to manufacture. I was already quoted for about $300 per unit for something like the design below.
Here's a design rough draft:
imgur.com/a/sPn...
I want to add another shelf and I'm thinking about switching the sliding glass doors to a glass panel you can lift so it displays the figures a lot better. All of this to make it a unique design that will appeal to collectors.

Are you sourcing your cabinets from mars or something? There are already chinese factories pumping out glass cabinets of similar size for a fraction of the price. Even a cursory search shows something like this selling for ~$55.

vtechc • 2 months ago • #125920384Are you sourcing your cabinets from mars or something? There are already chinese factories pumping out glass cabinets of similar size for a fraction of the price. Even a cursory search shows something like this selling for ~$55.

Yeah, there are definitely cheaper alternatives out there. I'm aware of that. But we want to be all about the details - top-notch materials, great design, and built specifically for collectors.

At the end of the day, we aim to create a product that resonates with the passion and care collectors put into their collections. A quality display case is a significant part of the collecting experience. I just want to make that experience as enjoyable and rewarding as possible.

hellWrld • 2 months ago • #125981091Yeah, there are definitely cheaper alternatives out there. I'm aware of that. But we want to be all about the details - top-notch materials, great design, and built specifically for collectors.
At the end of the day, we aim to create a product that resonates with the passion and care collectors put into their collections. A quality display case is a significant part of the collecting experience. I just want to make that experience as enjoyable and rewarding as possible.

Yeah I get it, your intent is to provide collectors with a sense of pride and accomplishment for buying different figures. Just leaving my candid feedback.

At least in Germany they are listed as " last chance, only limited time available" on the website now. I personally ask a ikea worker and they confirmed. They get replaced with a metal frameed, smaller glass cabinet.
I ordered 3 to be save...still sad tho, i loved the detolfs...