Buyer's Guide
Every size, style, and configuration — side by side — so you can choose the right case for your store.
Updated 2026-03-01 • Based on 558+ real store buildouts • By TX Store Fixtures
Glass display cases come in a wide range of sizes and styles, and picking the wrong one can mean wasted space, poor product visibility, or an awkward store layout. This guide breaks down every standard size and type of commercial glass display case, with our recommendations based on 558+ real retail store buildouts.
The 48-inch display case is the compact option, ideal for tight spaces, end pieces, and stores that need multiple short runs rather than a few long ones.
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Best for: Small boutiques, end-of-run accent pieces, pop-up shops, narrow aisles
Price range: Varies by length and finish
Our verdict: Use 48-inch cases as accent pieces or when space forces you to go short. For primary display, 70-inch is a better value per square foot of display area.
The 70-inch case maximizes display area per unit. Fewer cases needed to cover the same linear footage, which means fewer seams and a cleaner look.
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Best for: Large showrooms, pawn shops, gun stores, stores with long counter runs
Price range: Varies by height and configuration
Our verdict: Choose 70-inch cases when you have a long unbroken counter run and want to minimize the number of cases. They look especially clean in jewelry stores and gun shop counter layouts.
Beyond length, display cases vary in height. Standard cases are 38 inches tall; extra vision cases are 40-44 inches. The extra height means more shelf space and better visibility for stored products.
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Best for: Extra vision: smoke shops, pawn shops, high-inventory stores. Standard: jewelry, boutiques, any store where eye-level matters more than capacity.
Price range: Extra vision adds modestly over standard-height cases
Our verdict: Smoke shops and pawn shops: extra vision (you need the shelf space). Jewelry stores and boutiques: standard height (cleaner sightlines). Do not mix heights in the same run.
Corner cases are pentagonal or triangular cases designed to join two straight case runs at a 90-degree angle. They turn an awkward corner into additional display space.
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Best for: L-shaped and U-shaped counter layouts, any store with corners in the display plan
Price range: Varies by length and finish
Our verdict: If your layout has an L or U shape, corner cases are non-negotiable. They complete the run and add 3-5 square feet of display that would otherwise be dead space.
For a typical counter run, we recommend 70-inch cases as the backbone, corner cases at the turns, and a countertop case on top of the checkout counter. Start with this combination and adjust based on your specific store size and layout. Not sure? Send us your floor plan and we will recommend exact sizes and quantities — free of charge.
Most counter runs are built from 70-inch cases — fewer cases cover the same footage with fewer seams — with 48-inch cases as end pieces or for tight spots. Corner cases join the runs at the turns.
Yes — most stores use a combination of sizes. A common setup is 70-inch cases for the main run, a 48-inch case as an end piece, and corner cases at the turns. Just keep the same case style and height consistent within each run for a professional look.
Standard commercial display cases are 20-24 inches deep. The most common depth is 20 inches. Some specialty cases (like jewelry cases with pull-out trays) may be 22-24 inches. Always measure your available counter depth before ordering.
A standard commercial door is 36 inches wide, and 70-inch cases are typically 20-22 inches deep, so they will fit through diagonally. However, measure your specific doorways and any tight hallways in advance. If access is extremely tight, 48-inch cases are a safer bet.