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   Nick93 | Oct 31, 2023 08:24pm | #1

   I'd say it's worth asking the client their preference if you want another opinion. Personally, I'd want the bookcases flush with the wall.

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   bilyo | Oct 31, 2023 08:26pm | #2

   I agree. Just be sure to blend them in well if they do come together at some point(s).

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   sjeff70 | Oct 31, 2023 08:29pm | #3

   The bookcase becomes part of the wall. The baseboard continues around the base of the bookcase.

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   john_c2 | Nov 01, 2023 04:59am | #4

   What those guys said.

   I design the base of the built in so that the old wall base goes on to the new built-in like they were always a unit.

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   _mj_ | Nov 01, 2023 06:40am | #5

   Remove the moldings in full lengths if you can without cutting them. If the bookcase runs into a corner take the baseboards from both walls. This gives you the best chance of reassembly without running short of material. Save as much as you can including the mitered ends, it will be close.

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   joeyboy | Nov 01, 2023 01:27pm | #6

   I share the opinion that it's best to remove and, if possible, reuse the baseboards. Another benefit in doing so is that it may make it easier to plumb and attach the back of the bookcases if the walls behind them are not perfectly vertical.