How many bookshelves do you need for max level enchanting?

Setting up my enchanting room and don't want to waste leather. What's the minimum number of bookshelves to get level 30 enchants, and how far from the table should they be?
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jasmin_43 Oct 29, 2026
kate_plays
15. leave a one block air gap between the table and the shelves, and nothing in between - even a torch or carpet in that gap stops it counting. that gets you level 30.