What is the maximum weight load for each shelf? I have about 65 very large heavy text books that need a home.
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On the last page of the instruction booklet it tells you the maximum weight for each shelf......20 pounds for the top three shelves and 35 pounds for the bottom shelf!DUHHHHH ! KEEP THE PAPERWORK!!
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Dear DUHHH, People are reading these answers to decide if the product is right for them. It's highly unlikely they would have the paperwork if they have not yet decided to purchase it!!!!
492516
Well, obviously all 65 books wont fit on one shelf so I think you should be fine with the weight. I have 3-ring binders packed full of papers lining one shelf (there must be 18 or so binders on one shelf) and by themselves they are quiet heavy. I havent seen any trouble yet with the weight. Just to be safe though, I would start with the bottom shelf and load moving up. Good luck.
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.
1127603
I've got tons of books and trinkets on mine... But don't do anything over 30 or 40 pounds on each shelf. The shelves are made of glass :/
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.
642608
I don't know how much weight it can hold. But I don't think it is a problem because it holds lots of books in our home.
517741
Not sure but mine support at least a full load of books. Seem just as sturdy as any bookshelves, though they're definitely better looking than most!
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
2000247
it is very sturdy. Absolutely great quality. I have some heavy text books on the bottom shelf but it would definitely support them on each shelf, as long as you don't overload them.
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.
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.
95928
I have on the top of the bookshelf a small tv, weighs about 15 to 20 pounds. The shelves hold books fine, my 7 yr old has many. They do supply brackets to secure shelf to wall for safety. Pretty sturdy when put together.
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How much weight can each shelf hold? I bought a cheap wood one two years ago and the shelves have got to the point it looks bent. I need something that will hold at least 40 pounds for each shelf since there is five all together. Is it flimsily? I need something that is strong and that won't bend.
2053806
your question isn't clear. i have filled all of my shelves with books, some of them big and heavy---completely full. no problem. what do u mean? i've no idea how much they weigh
1807467
I don't know what the weight limit is. My shelves are filled with books, hard & paperback and no bowing after 7 months. The shelves are quite thick and very sturdy, I can't imagine they would bow.
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.
2220256
I don't know the exact weight allowance for each shelf. I have stacks of folded fabric in rows on each shelf, and shelves seem to be sturdy. It would depend upon what you are putting on the shelves.
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My two lowest shelves are full of hardbound textbooks and binders full of papers. The next two hold normal sized hardbound books and the top shelf is full of CDs and DVDs. As long as you put the heaviest on the bottom, I don't think you will have any problems. The whole unit might be light when empty, but it can really hold a lot without sagging.