Is the back of the unit finished our does this need to sit up against a wall?
1538274
The sides and front have a shiny finish. The back is the same color as the sides and front, but has a dull finish. It is not shiny like the rest. It doesn't look bad, so you could probably get away with not having against the wall.
1538275
Hello, I purchased the paprika finish. The back is not finished; In my opinion, it will look best if it sits up against a wall. The back is thin and there are 2 black screws that are visible. Hope this helps.
1185332
Not at all. The role rests against the wall on the back side which stabilizes it. I am very happy with it.
278118
It is unfinished on the back and you would see that if placed along a flat wall, sorry.
1935536
No they do not have to be placed against a wall. They are pretty sturdy and steady. They are infact all heavy wood!
1958330
The back is finished, but it has 2 boards that have to be nailed onto the back (small nails). If you used a black marker to hide the heads it would look OK I believe. Mine is sitting in the middle of the living room (bought it for my daughter but her house isn't ready yet) & I never noticed it until I actually LOOKED at it.
1697869
The unit stands alone but it is made to be finished on the sides and back with stone, brick, stucco, etc. The units sides are not finished and look unfinished, so you have to supply the finishing touches.
2090896
The back of the unit is finished but in a solid black. And keep in mind that there is a "fold line" going down the center of the whole back visible from the back and the front. other than being able to see the line going down the middle it's a nice unit for the price.
758073
NO. the unit has a plastic bracket that fits the back flat side to the wall. yu will need to get longer screws if securing to drywall and a stud. it a compact unit and good sucks great in tight spaces. great unit for the price. iron brian
1405585
It may be recessed or just mounted on the flat wall. There are side mirrors to make the unit look very finished. It is a very attractive unit....I really like mine.
1793866
The back is a very cheap cardboard piece. It's the same color as the unit but it does look cheap. I wouldn't want to use it as a room divider myself. Mine are against the wall and look fine that way but I wouldn't want the back left exposed.
134255
Hi Martha, The back is not finished on this item. I hope you find this information helpful. - Crystal, Plow & Hearth Customer Service
328488
No, the back is pressed board with holes in it for electronics. I have it against the wall. It is a nice piece for the money.
1768085
It sits out and above the crown molding. Not bolted to it but to the wall above it.
1490242
This unit is not hot on the back at all. We have ours about 6" from the wall, with nice wallpaper behind it, and there is no problem.
1459800
No, it leans against the wall. It's well made (you assemble), but once it's put together it's very sturdy. It seems to be designed so that when you add weight it gets more firm.
1098141
The back is finished except for the piece where the computer tower goes. That part comes with a cardboard backing that has to be nailed in, with the little pop out holes for wires. I didn't use that backing as it's flimsy and the nails literally were breaking as we tacked them in. However, I put the desk against the wall. So if you're able to line up the carboard correctly (the fit of it wasn't great either), and don't mind the cardboard tower area back--it's colored to match the desk--you should be okay to have the back showing.
143237
No. The back is not finished at all. It is covered in black material and shows the support rails.