Raising a bookcase can add clearance for cleaning and protect floors, but stability matters most. Here’s a simple approach:

1. Measure the base: Note whether your bookcase has legs or a flat plinth. This determines the style of riser you need.
2. Pick heavy-duty risers: Choose round or square furniture risers with an opening that fits your feet/base and a weight rating above your loaded bookcase.
3. Choose a modest height: 1–2 inches is typically more stable than taller lifts for bookcases.
4. Add grip: Use risers with anti-slip surfaces or add rubber pads to protect hardwoods and reduce shifting.
5. Place and test: Position under all corners (and a center point if long), level it, then gently push-test.
6. Anchor it: Install an anti-tip strap to a stud for extra safety.

You’ll find adjustable, stackable, and anti-slip styles at Walmart to match your setup.

Size depends on your base, desired lift, and total weight.

• Measure the foot/base: For legs, measure the width/diameter and select risers with openings slightly larger. For a flat plinth, consider wide, edge-wrapped styles or a platform that supports the full length.
• Pick the height: 1-inch stackables offer subtle lift; 2–4 inches can create cleaning clearance. Taller options exist, but lower heights generally feel more stable for tall furniture.
• Check weight capacity: Choose risers rated higher than your loaded bookcase. Many heavy-duty options are built for significant loads.
• Match the shape: Square risers pair well with square feet; round risers suit round legs.
• Protect your floors: Look for non-slip or cushioned bottoms for hardwoods; go wider on carpet for better load distribution.

Walmart carries adjustable and stackable furniture risers across multiple sizes to help you dial in the fit.

Customers use the term in two ways, and both are available at Walmart:

• Display book riser: A small stand (acrylic, wood, or metal) that elevates a single book or a few items for better visibility on shelves, counters, or tables. Great for showcasing covers, organizing tiers, or creating layered decor.
• Furniture riser for bookcases: A heavy-duty lift block placed under a bookcase’s feet or base to add height. This can help with cleaning clearance, airflow, or keeping bottoms off damp floors.

Display risers focus on presentation and light loads; furniture risers prioritize stability and higher weight capacity. Picking the right style depends on whether you’re elevating a book (for viewing) or the bookcase itself (for function).

If you prefer a DIY approach, prioritize stability and even support.

1. Use a solid platform: Place a sturdy, flat board under the bookcase footprint and set heavy-duty furniture risers beneath the platform’s corners (and center if long). This distributes weight more evenly than lifting only at narrow points.
2. Add grip and protection: Apply non-slip pads between board/risers and under risers to protect floors.
3. Keep the lift modest: Aim for 1–2 inches; taller lifts can reduce stability on tall furniture.
4. Load-aware setup: Choose risers with a capacity exceeding your fully loaded bookcase, and avoid makeshift items (e.g., bricks) that can shift.
5. Final checks: Level, push-test, and install an anti-tip strap.

Results can vary by furniture design, so consider pre-made risers for a simpler, tested solution.

Here’s a quick, practical method that balances clearance with stability:

1. Empty and measure: Remove books, measure leg/base size, and note floor type (carpet vs. hard surface).
2. Select risers for your floor: On hardwood, choose non-slip or cushioned bottoms to prevent scratches. On carpet, wider riser footprints help resist sinking.
3. Match the base: Pick risers with openings that fit your legs, or edge-wrapped styles that capture a plinth. Adjustable or stackable risers can fine-tune height.
4. Place supports: Position under all corners; add a center riser for long cases. Start with 1–2 inches for stability.
5. Re-level and reload: Check for wobble, then reload heavier books on lower shelves to keep the center of gravity down.
6. Secure to wall: Use an anti-tip device for added safety.