How do you have your books stacked? Do you push them towards the back (spine) or flush towards the front of the shelves? Thanks!
506363
I push the books toward the spine. Most of them are of the dize that they reach or almost reach the front of the shelves. i have smaller books on the top shelves that aren't flush with the front, but it still looks good. Hope this helps.
506364
Depends more on the books than the tower: I have some pushed toward the front and others slightly more to the back in an attempt to make sure the ends of some paperbacks do not begin to curl. If are worried about the strength of the sleeves, don't be. The shelves slide in so that they point up at a very slight angle, and so if you front load them with textbooks or whatnot they will be fine.
506365
It depends on the size of the books. Most are pushed toward the back and I stacked large on bottom and small on top.
141664
I have stacked three shelves. I cannot tell if a 4th shelf would fir. Four would be very tall and if you are sitting it would be inconvenient.
1742604
I am using a book shelf by mounting it on the top. The unit is mounted upside down. It is a great unit I think.
874978
I am sure you could stack the binders on one shelf. I have big heavy books on my shelves. I am sure they weigh more than 30lbs.
2273490
I'm not sure, but I have some pretty heavy hardcover books without any bowing of the shelves. Hope that helps!
6649
They are "OK". I wouldn't fill them with books and whatever weight is on them needs to be evenly distributed from the front of the shelf to the back, especially on the lower shelves. With just the one upright piece on either side instead of two, balancing the weight is more important.
1676655
Mine isn't wall anchored and it's pretty stable. I've two spacers at the top of the shelves to off set the small amount of space that is caused by the shelves being against the floor board on the bottom but that's all and it is very stable to me. If you feel it's not stable enough free standing then I'd use an anchor at the top. Another thing to consider is if you plan to lay anything on top of the shelves such as a thin book or DVD case, be aware that if your not careful, it might slip down the back and you might have to dig it out. This happened to me and I had to get a pair of grabbers to get it out. To keep this from happening again, I placed a shelf mat on top of the shelves. Hope this helps. Mine isn't wall anchored and it's pretty stable. I've two spacers at the top of the shelves to off set the small amount of space that is caused by the shelves being against the floor board on the bottom but that's all and it is very stable to me. If you feel it's not stable enough free standing then I'd use an anchor at the top. Another thing to consider is if you plan to lay anything on top of the shelves such as a thin book or DVD case, be aware that if your not careful, it might slip down the back and you might have to dig it out. This happened to me and I had to get a pair of grabbers... » Read More Mine isn't wall anchored and it's pretty stable. I've two spacers at the top of the shelves to off set the small amount of space that is caused by the shelves being against the floor board on the bottom but that's all and it is very stable to me. If you feel it's not stable enough free standing then I'd use an anchor at the top. Another thing to consider is if you plan to lay anything on top of the shelves such as a thin book or DVD case, be aware that if your not careful, it might slip down the back and you might have to dig it out. This happened to me and I had to get a pair of grabbers to get it out. To keep this from happening again, I placed a shelf mat on top of the shelves. Hope this helps. « Show Less
1312290
I can't answer this question directly. All I can say is that I have completely filled two bookcases with books, many of them heavier hardbacks, and have had no problems. I did put some shims under the front of the bookcases to prevent any possible leaning forward but that was a precaution - don't know if it was really necessary or not.
1577129
It's not deep enough for paperback books or dvds to sit w/the ends like a bookshelf. You could put them sideways but that wouldn't be good for finding them & there's a probably something better suited for that.
1608074
Some are saying yes, others are saying no. Why no? If it is placed horizontally would the shelves still stay in place? THanks in advance. I am considering ordering two, one for an upright vertical bookshelf as pictured and another to go as a long bookshelf/console table in the same room.
1134470
I have many text books and they fit easily in the shelves. I have 4 five shelves and 2 four shelves. Many of my books very heavy and the bookcases don't shift or sag. I really like them.
1411748
Not knowing how large and heavy your book is, I just tried putting a 1500+ page hardcover book on my stand, and it seemed pretty much just as stable as with just a few pages of sheet music. I would however suggest: Putting the back leg pointed straight back (hopefully this makes sense), so it doesn't tip back, and for extra support on each side. I'd also suggest slightly offsetting your book, slightly more centering the weight distribution.
1168019
Let's put it this way-I'm a book junkie & my bookcases are FULL! I've only had one shelf fall, but it was because one of the little pegs came out-put it back in & it's fine. Honestly-I have had no problem loading my bookcases up-I'm a vet tech & have all my textbooks, my husband has his woodworking books & of course-my cookbooks are lined up on the shelves, so I would say don't worry about, they can take whatever you have.
1740499
The unit is actually two separate pieces. If you're installing them directly to a wall or door (instead of hanging them with the over-the-door hooks), you can add distance between the two pieces to allow for taller books. Each shelf is only 5" deep. If you're wanting to store books in the same manner as a traditional bookshelf (with the spine facing out), it would fit only small books (like toddler cardboard-page books). Otherwise, you would have to place books with the cover facing out, and the books might fall right out when the door swings open and shut. I wouldn't recommend using it for a bookshelf. The unit is actually two separate pieces. If you're installing them directly to a wall or door (instead of hanging them with the over-the-door hooks), you can add distance between the two pieces to allow for taller books. Each shelf is only 5" deep. If you're wanting to store books in the same manner as a traditional bookshelf (with the spine facing out), it would fit only small books (like toddler cardboard-page books). Otherwise, you would have to place books with the cover facing out, and the books might fall right out when the door swings open and shut. I wouldn't recommend using... » Read More The unit is actually two separate pieces. If you're installing them directly to a wall or door (instead of hanging them with the over-the-door hooks), you can add distance between the two pieces to allow for taller books. Each shelf is only 5" deep. If you're wanting to store books in the same manner as a traditional bookshelf (with the spine facing out), it would fit only small books (like toddler cardboard-page books). Otherwise, you would have to place books with the cover facing out, and the books might fall right out when the door swings open and shut. I wouldn't recommend using it for a bookshelf. « Show Less
540450
I agree with the other responses. I have a full shelf of books on the bottom, the other 2 shelves each 1/2 full of books, and a large book of Kells on the top. It is sturdy, but is likely to wobble from the printer movement. At most I would recommend a small printer, preferably on the lower shelves.
1690163
My shelf stands fine on its own (even on my plushy thick carpet). It has paperbacks on all the shelves except the bottom. I put all the hardcovers on the bottom for added weight. The other bonus is that it comes with a clip where you can wall mount it as an additional option.
1353086
Hard to say. Might be too top heavy. Maybe if you put books on bottom shelf.