what is this bookshelf made of? can it be painted?
517498
It's not made of the cheapie plywood or particle board. I don't think you could paint it; but the contact paper or similar could be used. They are really nice and sturdy.
1250162
The back is not finished and for bookshelfs they are sturdy but again the back isn't finished. I wouldn't suggest using them for that purpose.
968990
there is no assembly of the bookcase involved. The color is pretty close. You will need to have someone at your location help them unload the bookcase though.
1607174
I would guess yes, it can be painted. It's a good stand, and works great, even in our windy conditions.
338363
I would call them "fiberboard". All bookcases of this type have a three-fold back panel that is a cross between solid wood and cardboard. The backing material does not detract from the overall appearance of the shelf. It looks and acts like solid wood after being nailed in place.
1706132
I think there is some composite wood. I have mine full of books and papers. It is very sturdy and the shelves are not sagging at all. My whole case is loaded! It would be great for a bookcase in my opinion!
1071513
I believe it is pressed board. I bought mine in 2013. I just took a shelf out to check and the short edges that you don't see are unfinished and show that they are pressed board. I couldn't tell about the rest of the boards, but I looked inside the holes for the metal pegs on the vertical side boards that hold the shelving; it looks like those might be pressed board as well. I'm not certain, however. But the grain of the wood and quality of this product is very good--not like some other kits for shelving that I have. The outer pieces all look like real solid wood--no edge is unfinished that I can see (can't check underneath now). The only complaint I have is the backing, which is a rather flimsy thin piece made to look like wood (typical in bookshelf kits). But it is inset slightly (nicely designed), with the top and side boards extending slightly out and a (pressed board) thick, finished horizontal cross piece in the middle to help brace the back; if you have this against a wall, it really doesn't matter about the backing. The hardware seems sturdy (shelving pegs, for example, are metal, not plastic). Overall, I am really satisfied with this purchase and would recommend it to anyone that would like some nicer shelving kits for storage.
819881
The sides are cardboard with a textured vinyl material cover and the spines are hubbed with a fake leather look cover. They are very nice looking on the shelf and are well made. I have eight of them and they are such a space saver. I really like them.
1345962
I also ordered the book case and had a heck of a time assembling it. I don't remember if there was an instruction page with it. My wife says there was. Anyway, with luck and perseverance, the book shelf came to life and I am very pleased with it.
2012778
The back is made of the usual fiber-board stuff. I am VERY pleased with our bookcases (2 of them) -- they are extremely sturdy, attractive, and, after nearly a year, are showing absolutely no signs of warping, leaning, bowing, sagging, or looking "cheap" in any way. As long as they are full of books and against a wall, you can't really see the backing, anyway, though it does have an attractive wood pattern.
295688
Wood I believe. Its very heavy and sturdy. Its in my 1year old sons room and covered in books and such with no issues. Its actually more of a brown color then the picture shows.
1744503
Hi Kathleen...The back is cardboard. The bookcase looks good but you really have to know how to put it together. My husband and I never got the doors even. The bottom shelf is not aligned just right. We took a discounted price. We did not want the bother to return it. We wrote to Amazon and Ameriwood told them the assembly problems. If it came assembled it would be nice. The purpose we need the bookcase for is working for us.
103901
It appears to be made of manufactured wood. Pressboard like material. The finish is already an oak looking darker veneer. It is easily removable and you could paint it but stain would not penitrate the veneer. otherwise it does look nice in my 1920 style living room.
1807421
The shelves are wood, or hard plywood that looks like wood with wood grain. Although I think they are real wood. If you order this, chances are you'll be very happy with it. It's also very stable. Hope this helps.
1244301
It is unfinished and fairly well sanded. You would be able to paint it right out of the box before assembling.
1240990
The bookshelf is self - supported and can stand alone without a wall. Additionally, there are a lot of pieces with unclear instructions.
704688
It is definitely not a toy to play with. It's meant to be displayed on a shelf. There a lot of small parts to glue together and painted the correct color.