is the weight of 250 lbs (without wheels) TOTAL weight or per shelf weight
2049543
250 lbs. is total. I would not exceed it. The casters are cheep and not designed (plastic) to carry excess loads above that level. Also don't push it around with heavier loads on the upper shelf without equal or more of a load the bottom shelf. the high center of gravity may cause it to tip.
2049544
The origami holds 250 lbs per shelf, as advertised. I haven't tested it though. I sure do love my shelving. I have one in the garage and one in a utility room. Planning on ordering the work bench next.
2049545
NO it's no way 250 lbs, I think they mean it can hold up to 250 lbs. I have tubs on the shelves that are filled with just household stuff or clothing.
919665
I would guess about 15-20 lbs. I use mine for dvd's and VHS tapes and each shelf is loaded. My only issue was because I used it for that it didn't hold as many as I hoped.
1057036
The description states that the total capacity is 600 lbs with casters. So I limit that corner unit to lighter items and keep it as close to under 100 lbs as possible. If you have to store heavier items, then I would go with a more industrial/heavy-duty shelf system. When you put it in the corner and then put a set of regular shelves on either side, it makes access to the corner shelf a bit tricky. So I use small totes and boxes to keep lighter things in, especially items I don't need quick access to everyday. It has served its purpose well, but it does have its limitations.
1144009
Hello,This can hold up to 1,000 lbs. per shelf (evenly distributed). The shelf do lock into place with the clips for the shelving.Thanks
1909988
The shelves would definitely not hold 25 lbs. I have light items like cosmetics on mine (I have it in a bathroom). I love the shelf unit, but it isn't sturdy in that way.
1582447
I'm not sure how many pounds per shelf, but my bookcase is loaded with books, some of them very heavy and the shelves are not wavering. Good luck. Faun
1649922
I believe the shelves are rated at something like 100lbs each. I don't have nearly that much on it but I do have a lot and it is very very sturdy. Doesn't bend under the weight of a kitchenaid mixer and my rice cooker.
756664
I have approx. 15-20 lbs per shelf. I would suggest tho - using 2 wall mounts instead of just the one in the package. I have it sitting on carpet with a floor molding, so the shelf cannot stand completely straight. I used just the one & it eventually pulled from the wall. Overall I really like the shelves - I purchased 2 and would purchase again, if I needed another.
1807465
They're pretty sturdy shelves, as is the entire unit. The weight limit per shelf, from top shelf to bottom is: 25 lbs, 25 lbs, 35 lbs, 25 lbs, and 40 lbs.
1026335
The "feet" of the shelf unit are open, tubular steel. If you have a wheel that will work in that application, you can add a wheel. The shelf unit does not come with wheels.
918503
I've got 4 book boxes, each weighing around 60 lbs., on the bottom two shelves of one unit. I estimate the total weight on that unit at around 260-275 lbs. and it's carried that load for a year with no problems. I would advise putting heavy items on the bottom two shelves only, so the unit won't tip easily (in case it gets bumped).
1296918
I think the manufacturer recommends no more than 20 or 25 pounds per shelf. I've had it for a year as a bookshelf with around 30 pounds per shelf and haven't seen any problems.
1027509
The unit is well built. The description would lead you to believe it can handle 200 lbs for 2 of the shelves and 65 lbs for the third. I don't think I would trust the wheels and structure to support 465 lbs total. I would be leery exceeding 250 lbs total. If nothing else, it may become top-heavy and be unstable.
2177426
Hi Katrina. I was wondering the same thing... I found a seller on eBay who described it as holding up to 15 pounds. The Container Store supposedly sells them (9.99) so I'm going to try to swing by and pick a few up. Thinking that a few would make a display similar to the "Sapien" free-standing vertical metal bookshelves sold at "design within reach" and other places for $250. Ideally it won't crash. :) JD
1840720
From the product description, "and made of heavy duty plastic so each shelf will hold 75 pounds with the weight evenly distributed." I use it to store bike parts and put the heaviest stuff on the bottom shelves for stability purposes.
367655
The lower cost units I received were rated at 50 pounds per shelf they are sturdy and not "ventilated"; the heavy duty are rated at 150 pounds per shelf, have ventilation slots, and are a heavier construction for heavier loads; the heavy-duty shelves are slightly wider and longer. Both are easily assembled. They are not of exactly the same dimensions, so you cannot mix and match on the same unit.
2092410
I can't weigh it while it's hanging on the wall; the weight should be specified in the shipping. If you are asking if the shelf is sturdy and of good quality, yes, I'm more than pleased.