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Measuring the wall is easy. Holding the load is not.
The number of modules is arithmetic. Whether they still hold in five years is the material.
Frequently asked questions
Our numbers are based on real-world measurements: 1000 LPs ≈ 30cm thickness of spines, average weight 0.20kg (standard) to 0.25kg (180g), median Discogs value by genre. Expect ±5% accuracy.
Yes. Switch to Detailed Input to enter 7-inch, 10-inch and 12-inch separately — the algorithm handles different spine thicknesses and weights.
Yes. Open the "Import from Discogs" tab and enter your public Discogs username. We read the public collection count and median values — no login required.
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We multiply your record count by genre-weighted median Discogs value (Electronic, Rock, Jazz, Hip-Hop all differ). When you import from Discogs we use your actual list instead of averages.
We map your total linear shelf space + weight + weekly access pattern to one of 7 tiers. Each tier has 3-4 curated KTS units designed to hold exactly your collection size with room to grow.
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What the Vinyl Storage Calculator does
The Vinyl Storage Calculator tells you exactly how much storage furniture your record collection needs. Enter your number of records — or connect your Discogs collection — and it returns the linear shelf space, the total weight, and the storage system that fits, from 50 to 1,000+ LPs.
How it works (the math)
Records are stored upright, spine‑out. The calculator uses measured 12‑inch LP averages: about 0.5 cm of linear space and 0.24 kg per record once it’s in a protective outer sleeve. So 200 records need ~1 metre of shelf and weigh ~48 kg. Heavier formats add up fast:
- Gatefolds & double LPs — count each as ~1.5 records for space.
- 180 g audiophile pressings — ~0.30 kg each; a 500‑record audiophile collection can top 150 kg.
- Thick outer sleeves — add ~10% to linear space, so plan one size up.
Quick reference: space, weight & the system that fits
| Records | Linear space | Weight | Recommended system |
|---|---|---|---|
| 50 | ~25 cm | ~12 kg | The Crate / Vinyl Modular cube |
| 100 | ~50 cm | ~24 kg | Modular Foreigner (120+ LP) |
| 200 | ~1.0 m | ~48 kg | Vinyl Modular x4 (200+ LP) |
| 300 | ~1.5 m | ~72 kg | Vinyl Modular x4 + module |
| 500 | ~2.5 m | ~120 kg | The Digger’s Wall (600+ LP) |
| 800 | ~4.0 m | ~192 kg | The Digger’s Library x16 (800+ LP) |
| 1,000 | ~5.0 m | ~240 kg | The Digger’s Library x16 + modules |
Why weight is the number that matters
Most storage is rated for ~13 kg per compartment — the weight of a flat‑pack particleboard cube. At 200 records (~48 kg) a typical cube carries nearly 4× its rating, which is why shelves bow and records lean. Every Keep Them Spinning system is solid wood validated to 23–25 kg per cube. See the full data report.
FAQ
How much space do 200 vinyl records need?
About 1 metre of linear shelf space and ~48 kg of load.
How much does a vinyl collection weigh?
Roughly 0.24 kg per record sleeved, so ~24 kg per 100 records (more for 180 g and gatefolds). Get the exact figure with the Vinyl Weight Calculator.
How do I know what storage to buy?
Enter your collection size above and the calculator matches it to the right system by both space and weight.
Do gatefolds and double LPs need more room?
Yes — count each as about 1.5 standard records when planning space.
Can I import my collection from Discogs?
Yes. Connect your Discogs collection and the calculator reads your real count automatically.
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