Do you need to put all of the shelves on? If you leave a shelf off is the unit still sturdy?
1559803
I think probably yes. The unit is very sturdy. i had a problem with the wheels and had to leave them off.
1559804
This shelving unit remains quite sturdy with up to three of the shelves not installed, but keep in mind more shelves, more sturdy. I used one of mine to make storage over a toilet in the bathroom and two of the shelves were not used there, and only three of the shelves were installed.
613635
Yes, all shelves except the second from the top are removable. However, the shelves are not super-sturdy so if the boots are heavy then the shelf will likely sag, and it may make the unit a little more wobbly.
1685277
No, the legs fit into each shelf when assembling so you need each shelf. And for stability you would probably even need to use the top shelf too. Sorry!
677794
There is a small ledge on the shelf that keeps the items from falling off the shelf. I'm still very happy with this purchase. I have no complaints about it. We've had it for about 6 months now I believe.
460929
I think the unit needs the bottom rack for stability. You could probably forgo the front and side shelves.
1864321
The back poles are continuous, so you cannot leave them off. You could leave the shelf off, but the poles will remain really tall.
1495283
For it to remain sturdy you would need to use them but you could reinforce with wire if you eliminate a shelf. Just sayin...
2140343
I think its sturdy enough. If u find it isnt u can always try bolting it. Its a very nice shelving system
760181
Shelves are very sturdy. The back panel is not. If the unit is to be placed against a wall, it will be fine. I have heavy books and wine bottles on my shelves with no problem. Unit looks like a piece that cost more than it really did.
1018521
No. Although sturdy, these units simply snap together, and there would be some flex, so the likelihood of things falling off the shelf is about 95%.
1451186
Not really. There are two horizontal pieces near the bottom, one in front and one in back, that are necessary with the top shelf to make it stable. If it fits your space it is a great piece though. The spacing of the drawers is adjustable.
1431669
there is 12 inches between the shelves, and yes you can leave a shelf off. you just have to install the bracket the shelf rests on to make it sturdy.
900379
I would not put a bunch of heavy books on the unit. It is fairly sturdy, but you will want a dedicated "book" shelf for what you want. This one is more for family snapshots and misc things. We only keep books on the bottom shelf.
666580
Yes you could leave the top shelf out, it is held by 4 screws, the frame is stable without it, this is a beautiful unit, I was very happy when it arrived, nice wood, strong construction and very large,
2270022
No, I wouldn't assemble without the shelf, for all the reasons that you noted. Hope thus was helpful! P.S. Great piece of furniture!
964493
the shelves seem to be fairly sturdy, however you definitely have to anchor unit to wall, it is a little topheavy.
431281
Yes, I believe you can just leave the middle shelf out. There are double screws on each leg that holds the shelf but they are not necessary for the integrity of the bench. It feels very sturdy and I really like that for sitting on while putting shoes on etc.