If I lay a shelf across the top, how much weight would they safely hold?
2041095
I think as long as you are in the studs, they should hold quite a lot. I've got them under my bar holding up the countertop. They are very solid and well made.
2041096
I can safely say alot you are goingm to have to worrie about it tearing outta the wall before before bending lol these are heavy duty
2041097
I have two of these brackets holding up a 16" x 42" x10" solid pine wood desk that weights approximately 65 lbs, on the desk is approximately 15 to 20 hard bound Novels and Text books another 30 lbs and a heavy duty solid brass table lamp 10lbs. I used wall anchors (4) that promised to hold 75lbs each to secure the brackets to the wall (sheet rock not studs). The brackets themselves could hold much much more bit I was concerned about the anchors pulling out so I limited the amount of weight to avoid any problems. ( I sit at this desk to use my lap top and pay bills.) Installed correctly these brackets will hold probably between 75-100lbs of weight or more without failing. I have two of these brackets holding up a 16" x 42" x10" solid pine wood desk that weights approximately 65 lbs, on the desk is approximately 15 to 20 hard bound Novels and Text books another 30 lbs and a heavy duty solid brass table lamp 10lbs. I used wall anchors (4) that promised to hold 75lbs each to secure the brackets to the wall (sheet rock not studs). The brackets themselves could hold much much more bit I was concerned about the anchors pulling out so I limited the amount of weight to avoid any problems. ( I sit at this desk to use my lap top and pay bills.)... » Read More I have two of these brackets holding up a 16" x 42" x10" solid pine wood desk that weights approximately 65 lbs, on the desk is approximately 15 to 20 hard bound Novels and Text books another 30 lbs and a heavy duty solid brass table lamp 10lbs. I used wall anchors (4) that promised to hold 75lbs each to secure the brackets to the wall (sheet rock not studs). The brackets themselves could hold much much more bit I was concerned about the anchors pulling out so I limited the amount of weight to avoid any problems. ( I sit at this desk to use my lap top and pay bills.) Installed correctly these brackets will hold probably between 75-100lbs of weight or more without failing. « Show Less
2041098
Not sure exactly but mine is holding a granite bar top, so it is quite heavy!
2041099
The brackets are pretty heavy duty and can support not only a sturdy shelf but also items on top if it. As long as you can get the screws secured, preferably into studs, they'll hold quite a bit of weight (like books).
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
398682
Not sure of the specifications, but these are heavy gauge shelves. As long as the brackets are securely fastened they should be able to easiy handle 15 - 20 lbs.
595756
Not sure. I put a lot on these shelves and it holds up to it. They themselves are very light and I can move them around in the closet or use them in two pieces so I can put them on the top shelf if my closet to organize.
2148601
Will hold them fine. Shelf has spaces about 1.5 inches apart from one another. Will still hold at least 3 per shelf.
960966
I am not sure of the weight limit of the shelves but I would not put too much weight on it. I am putting small lightweight items on it. I wouldn't put anything too precious on it because if it gets bumped it will knock it over as it must be situated where it leans perfectly against the wall.
931758
The shelves are structural elements too. They keep the sides together. You'd weaken the whole piece. Cheers
1353086
Hard to say. Might be too top heavy. Maybe if you put books on bottom shelf.
613556
Thank you for your inquiry. It depends on how much they weight. The static weight limit per shelf is 25 pounds. If they are heavier than that, I would not recommend it. If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to let us know.
1991435
I'm using them as a support for a shelf over my fire place and not putting anything more than knick knacks on it. I wouldn't put anything heavier than that and a few books. Call it 20 pound load at most.
1150293
Each shelf holds a certain number of pounds. 75lbs weight is the absolutely maximum it will allow. I cant be sure about each shelf because I sold the thing. I was really unhappy with it on how cheap it was for the price
1003552
There is no way these shelves would support that much weight. It's a clothing system and as such likely designed for about 1/10 those numbers.
631900
I would say the top shelf would support at least fifty pounds. We used the top shelf as a bar. Ten to fifteen wine and liquor bottles plus ice. The second and third shelves would probably support at least as much.
65206
This will easily hold 40 pounds and more (Up to 100). You need to make sure to locate a wooden 2X4 and secure the shelf with either the screws provided or longer lag screws that you can get from the hardware store.
672846
I gave my shelf extra support using a wooden dowel from table top to under the shelf.If you are putting anything over about 4 lbs on it, I recommend doing this.
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...
1258122
The shelves help stabilize the rack. I wouldn't risk ii, especially if you are placing heavy items on the top shelf.