what is the weight capacity of the shelves?
840379
I would say the weight capacity of each shelf is the same as any bookshelf with movable (i.e., not fixed) shelves. The shelves are an inch thick, so they aren't likely to bend easily.
840380
Can't say for certain. I have light things on them. I would guess that the shelves, despite the light weight, could support smaller items that would add up to 50 pounds, I would not place one heavy item of that girth on any one shelf. The balance type design, that is the shelf stands on the flat ends of the four folding panels this discourages me more from adding too much weight more so than the potential of the shelves buckling. It works for me b/c I never intended to place heavier objects and it serves more as a divider that storage or display for large items. Hope this helps I know it is inconclusive but I don't want to go outside my experience range. Can't say for certain. I have light things on them. I would guess that the shelves, despite the light weight, could support smaller items that would add up to 50 pounds, I would not place one heavy item of that girth on any one shelf. The balance type design, that is the shelf stands on the flat ends of the four folding panels this discourages me more from adding too much weight more so than the potential of the shelves buckling. It works for me b/c I never intended to place heavier objects and it serves more as a divider that storage or display for large items. Hope this helps I know it is... » Read More Can't say for certain. I have light things on them. I would guess that the shelves, despite the light weight, could support smaller items that would add up to 50 pounds, I would not place one heavy item of that girth on any one shelf. The balance type design, that is the shelf stands on the flat ends of the four folding panels this discourages me more from adding too much weight more so than the potential of the shelves buckling. It works for me b/c I never intended to place heavier objects and it serves more as a divider that storage or display for large items. Hope this helps I know it is inconclusive but I don't want to go outside my experience range. « Show Less
840381
I don't know the exact weight capacity however it's quite sturdy, I have pretty heavy things on it and it holds up well..hope this helps
1992057
The shelves are sturdy, with support at all 4 corners. Distributed evenly I would guess they could hold 10+ pounds. Mine store a dozen baseballs in holders, on each shelf, with no problem.
1742102
Maybe 5lbs each shelf? It depends what you're putting on them because they will lean forward or back if something is too close to the front or back...
33414
Quite a bit of weight. Mine has clothes hanging from one end to the other on the top shelp and 3/4 of the way on the bottom.Above the clothesall the way across I have boxes of shoes on one end and 6 stacking boxes filled with purses. My small shelves hold books.We installed as directed in the directions. There is no pulling away from the way or sagging on the shelves. ( They are wood)
1140176
The shelves are 7 3/4" wide and 24" long. I don't know about how much weight they can hold, but they seem quite sturdy.
2028631
Manufacturer recommends no more than 25 lbs. per shelf. You will notice bowing if you exceed the recommendation. I have heavy books and kept them to each side on selves and placed decorative items on shelf in middle. Very attractive unit (although a real chore to assemble).
2211597
I think they are really good shelfs but, I wouldn't load them that heavy for several reasons. I would never load anything at the maximum load. It is just asking for trouble. I always like to give myself a little safety factor in case somethind strange occurs. It very well may hold 350 lbs per shelf but why press your luck. If you want a shelf to hold that much you should buy a commercial shelving unit.
824128
Top of unit up to 40 lbs. Two Adjustable shelves up to 30 lbs each. The bottom fixed shelf up to 30 lbs. The bottom drawer up to 20 lbs. This came from Sauder on another site.
1514236
I really don't know the weight capacity, but it is pretty solidly built. It was the right size for a space we had in our basement near our laundry. So we use it mostly for items that aren't that heavy.
500841
Walker Edison's spec states the stand can hold 175 lbs(http://www.walkeredison.com/V35MWFES.html). No spec on how much each shelf can hold. I have a receiver that weight 30-40 lbs on one of the shelves.
2049157
No sure on weight but my shelves are loaded with childrens books and toys. They are really sturdy.
500203
I believe that the instructions said that the shelves will hold up to 40 pounds. They appear to be quite sturdy and I would not be concerned about storing ordinary items on them. I have books, Lladros, brass statues, etc and they do not bow at all. The backing is pretty flimsy as I said in my full review but it actually is a good unit for the price.
652852
You will need to go somewhat light with this because it is plastic. That being said, it's very strong. I'd say you could probably put up to 30 pounds per shelf, if evenly distributed. Maybe more. --DT
500207
All the lower (very bottom) shelves can hold about 50 pounds. the very top shelves can hold about 25 pounds and the middle shelves (the more sturdier part of the shelves) can hold about 40 pounds..hope this helps!
1003554
I'm not sure. An entire unit definitely holds 200 lbs. I'm not sure about individual shelves.
1932115
The shelves may be too narrow (less than a foot) - also, as in item description, max weight capacity is 24 lbs per shelf level. Bottom level has rails for the baskets so it is not flat when baskets are removed.
1507799
I have three of these shelves -- two I have had for several years and one is new. I agree with that Rich and Andrea that 30 pounds or so would be a safe limit. I know they may not look it or sound it when you read about what they are made of and such, but I have found them to be very sturdy shelves that really can hold a lot and which I think look quite nice, especially when you consider the low price. I use them in my home office and at times have really loaded the some of the shelves down with books, papers and such, and mine have stayed strong and continue to look just as good as the day I bought them. Hope this helps Itzell...