I bought six of these for my home library. They came very well packed (one piece of veneer was scraped, but other than that they all arrived perfect). They went together easily. While the instructions said two people were needed, I did it by myself with no problems. The most tedious part of assembly is nailing the back on, but don't skimp on the nails, since it's the back that keeps the case from collapsing if you push on the side. It's also worth investing in a cheap electric screwdriver if you are putting together more than one.
So far they are holding up well, with little evidence of sagging, even when fully loaded ... there is _some_ sagging, more on that below.
I am a librarian, so I have some idea of the cost of shelving. It is true that these are pressed wood, and that they don't use cam locks like the Hon bookcases I have upstairs in my home, so the screw heads show unless you add the (supplied) covers. One reviewer said they were cheap. I would say that they give value for the cost. A five shelf library-quality shelf would cost almost ten times as much (a similar unit from a major manufacturer costs about $575 dollars). For that you get plywood rather than pressed wood, a nicer laminate, and shelves that adjust in one inch increments. But the shelves still sag if you overload them. I gave these shelves a 5 because of the great cost/benefit ratio.
As for the sagging, my solution is to go to the local hardware store and have them cut laminated wood shelving to match the space between the shelves on the bookcase. Install the resulting piece vertically in the center of the case between the shelf that sags and the shelf below and the weight is distributed over two shelves. I've only had to do that for one shelf.
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Ordered this bookshelf and I am really happy with it
I needed some additional bookshelf space in my office but was on a tight budget. Ordered this bookshelf and I am really happy with it. The royal cherry finish looks nice and matches my old cherry finish bookshelves really well. Assembly was straightforward and all of the hardware was present and accounted for. Everything was properly aligned and straight. I noticed that some other reviewers received damaged pieces, but mine was well-package - the pieces were nestled together just right with cardboard and fiberboard inserts to keep everything sandwiched together tightly, wrapped with plastic wrap to keep the bundle secure, and boxed in strong cardboard with sturdy corner reinforcements throughout. Nothing can guarantee damage-free shipping, but I was impressed with how well it was packaged. The finished unit is sturdy and strong, and it looks great in my office (pictures attached). The only issue I found, and it is minor, is that a few of the board edges aren't 100% smooth. It is not really noticeable unless you get close and look for it, and not enough of an issue to diminish my satisfaction with it.This bookcase definitely met my expectations. No, it isn't real wood, and it isn't top grade furniture. For the price, however, I am completely satisfied. It's strong, looks nice, and the price is right. Thumbs up.
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Reviewed in the United States on February 17, 2016
This bookcase definitely met my expectations. No, it isn't real wood, and it isn't top grade furniture. For the price, however, I am completely satisfied. It's strong, looks nice, and the price is right. Thumbs up.
Color: Royal CherryVerified Purchase
Ordered this bookshelf and I am really happy with it
Reviewed in the United States on February 17, 2016
I needed some additional bookshelf space in my office but was on a tight budget. Ordered this bookshelf and I am really happy with it. The royal cherry finish looks nice and matches my old cherry finish bookshelves really well. Assembly was straightforward and all of the hardware was present and accounted for. Everything was properly aligned and straight. I noticed that some other reviewers received damaged pieces, but mine was well-package - the pieces were nestled together just right with cardboard and fiberboard inserts to keep everything sandwiched together tightly, wrapped with plastic wrap to keep the bundle secure, and boxed in strong cardboard with sturdy corner reinforcements throughout. Nothing can guarantee damage-free shipping, but I was impressed with how well it was packaged. The finished unit is sturdy and strong, and it looks great in my office (pictures attached). The only issue I found, and it is minor, is that a few of the board edges aren't 100% smooth. It is not really noticeable unless you get close and look for it, and not enough of an issue to diminish my satisfaction with it.Reviewed in the United States on February 17, 2016
This bookcase definitely met my expectations. No, it isn't real wood, and it isn't top grade furniture. For the price, however, I am completely satisfied. It's strong, looks nice, and the price is right. Thumbs up.
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Emanuel Rojas
Very good value for this affordable bookcase. I recommend it!
Reviewed in Canada on February 18, 2017Color: Royal CherryVerified Purchase
Jojo19
Great product, and made from good quality materials
Reviewed in Canada on April 12, 2016Color: ChocolateVerified Purchase
