Is this shelf strong enough for hard back books?
1803634
yes it can hold large hard back books and even leaded glass nicknacks. the back is thin but the case itself is very sturdy
1803635
Yes. I have many hardback books on this shelf, but one of the shelves seems to be curving a little over time. But it still holds strong.
801103
Absolutely. They are very sturdy and can be easily moved when needed. Wont fall over or be pushed around like many bookends. Would be perfect for an open ended shelf with a free end where you wanted to put books all the way to the end.
1989909
I've had this bookshelf for about a year. All the shelves are loaded with papers & books, but not heavy textbooks. The middle couple of shelves are starting to sag, so I wouldn't recommend it for books like yours. It would definitely need reinforcement.
919003
Yes, it's very sturdy and durable. Make sure you nail ot to the wall. I love this bookcase
1529700
My two lowest shelves are full of hardbound textbooks and binders full of papers. The next two hold normal sized hardbound books and the top shelf is full of CDs and DVDs. As long as you put the heaviest on the bottom, I don't think you will have any problems. The whole unit might be light when empty, but it can really hold a lot without sagging.
2257895
I don't think it would hold a lot of of books, as on every shelf. The shelfs are steel reinforced but I'd be concerned about the stability of the unit and the possibility of it toppling with too much weight. Otherwise, it is a very nice piece.
1745319
Yes, it is a remarkably sturdy book shelf and very well made. My husband is a retired architect, and he was impressed with the looks and strength. A little difficult to put together, but worth it. It has a mission-look and the wood is clean and tight.
1742100
I've got every shelf (except for the top, most shallow one) filled with a mix of books. It's held up fine, with very little wobble/no tipping at all. This is without the wall attachment, meaning I've just got it just leaning at an angle against my wall.
2185599
I am really not sure. there are two more sturdy shelves, but the adjustable ones are fairly thin and the whole thing is versa board or some such material with a covering. Based on my experience with sagging shelves in my bathroom cabinets, I would be inclined towards NO. I have paperbacks and a few CD/DVDs on mine and the shelves are holding up well.
71444
The shelf is about half-inch thick solid wood and the supporting legs are metal. I can't imagine there would be any problem with all that. As a precaution and reassurance, add the various items one at a time to make sure nothing snaps along the way! Good luck.
2133260
It's very sturdy. I have books on the bottom shelf, three containers filled with DVDs on the second shelf, and I use the top shelf for items I want to display (ceramics, crystal, etc.). It's not wobbly and even when I tug on it to see if it'll tip it doesn't move.
1629517
it would hold books, although you would have to allow for the height of each book between the shelves .. it's sturdy enough ..
1024853
Yes very sturdy. I'm using it to hold very heavy books. This is a great product and looks as advertised
228430
Yes the shelf can hold text books. Depending on the size you may have to place lying down
1499632
Yes, the lower shelves are deep enough to hold books and/or binders. However, I wouldn't recommend putting a lot of weight on the shelves. If your intention was to use as a book shelf than I would suggest a different style.
1990360
If it were against a wall, perhaps. It's not so much a matter of 'sturdy' as the tall height for a relatively narrow base. I think it could hold the weight but might tip. I suspect their bookcase might be a better choice, I also have one of those and it's been perfect.
137890
I would caution about overloading. Yes, it is sturdy, but that is greatly affected by the total weight you place on it. I have two of these. I believe if every shelf was fully loaded with books and someone gave it a good shove from the side, it would collapse sideways, tearing itself apart. You notice that illustrations show it empty or with the fabric drawers. the manufacturer intended it for medium to lightweight storage, not as a bookshelf. It might hold the weight well for a while, then fail when additional stress is added. This unit is made from wood particles pressed together with glue, then covered with a pretty coating. It does not have the strength of solid wood.