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Room Type | Living Room |
Number of Shelves | 5 |
Special Feature | Adjustable |
Product Dimensions | 13.23"D x 35.28"W x 69.76"H |
Style | Transitional |
Age Range (Description) | Adult |
Finish Type | Select Cherry |
Brand | Sauder |
Product Care Instructions | Wipe with Damp Cloth |
Size | L: 35.28" x W: 13.23" x H: 69.76" |
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About this item
- FUNCTIONAL ELEGANCE – Revitalize your space with a tall bookcase that combines style and practicality, perfect for showcasing books and decor while keeping your home organized
- CUSTOMIZED STORAGE – Enjoy three adjustable shelves that allow you to modify heights, accommodating everything from large binders to decorative items for a perfect fit
- VERSATILE USE – Ideal for any room, this bookcase offers ample space for books, office supplies, or linens, helping you maintain a tidy and functional environment
- CLASSIC FINISH – Finished in a rich Select Cherry, this bookcase adds warmth and sophistication to your decor, blending seamlessly with modern and traditional styles
- DURABLE DESIGN – Built with quality materials, this bookcase is designed for everyday use, ensuring it stands the test of time while providing reliable storage solutions
- SPACIOUS DIMENSIONS – DIMENSIONS – Measures: L: 35.28" x W: 13.23" x H: 69.76" for a substantial presence in your space
- EASY ASSEMBLY – Comes with clear instructions and all necessary hardware, making setup a breeze so you can enjoy your new bookcase in no time
- STYLISH STORAGE SOLUTION – This bookcase is perfect for organizing your living room or home office, providing a stylish way to display your favorite items
- 5-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY - Your investment is protected with a 5-year limited warranty for lasting peace of mind
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Sauder Select Collection - Bookcases

From living room to home office, Sauder Select bookcases offer flexible, functional storage with a timeless look—perfect for books, baskets, or your favorite decorative pieces.
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Sauder Select Collection
STYLISH SOLUTIONS
Blend functionality and aesthetics to transform any space into a clutter-free environment.
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Sauder Select Collection
BOOKCASES
Available in a variety of finishes to enhance both functionality and aesthetic.
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MODULAR DESIGN
Combine these standalone, multipurpose, multifunctional bookcases for a customizable built-in look.
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A VARIETY OF SIZES
The Sauder Select Collection offers perfect solutions for both narrow spaces and spacious rooms.
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STYLES
Sauder Select provides a large range of furniture that aligns beautifully with your style.
Adaptable Organization

Customizable Storage
Adjustable shelves offer flexible storage for everything from books to framed photos and decorative accents.

Modular Design
Standalone or paired, these pieces work together to create storage solutions that grow with your needs.

Multiple Design Options
Available in a range of finishes, sizes, and design configurations to match your space and personal style.

Hidden Clutter Control
Cabinet doors offer discreet storage to keep everyday items out of sight and your space looking neat and tidy!
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Sauder Select Collection
BOOKCASES
Adjustable shelves accommodate various heights for flexible storage and display of books and more!
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OPEN and CLOSED STORAGE
Three display shelves with a hidden storage area behind doors to keep clutter out of sight.
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CUBE STORAGE ORGANIZERS
Cubbies are perfect for storing cookbooks, magazines, and 13-inch organizing bins (sold separately).
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ARCHED BOOKCASES
Details that enhance style with elegant arch moldings, adding classic charm to any room.
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CORNER BOOKCASES
A stylish 5-shelf corner bookcase that maximizes corner space effectively.
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4.4 out of 5 stars 5,172
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4.5 out of 5 stars 5,372
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Price
| — | $147.62$147.62 | $81.99$81.99 | $279.99$279.99 | $314.99$314.99 | $179.64$179.64 | $354.99$354.99 |
Finish Available
| Multiple Finishes Available | Multiple Finishes Available | Multiple Finishes Available | Multiple Finishes Available | Multiple Finishes Available | Multiple Finishes Available | Multiple Finishes Available |
Collection
| Sauder Select | Sauder Select | Sauder Select | Sauder Select | Sauder Select | Sauder Select | Sauder Select |
Dimensions
| L:35.3” x W:13.2” x H:69.8” | L:35.28" x W:13.31" x H:43.78" | L:35.28" x W:13.23" x H:29.92" | L:35.28" x W:13.23" x H:69.76" | L:29.29” x W:13.47" x H:71.42" | L:27.01" x W:12.76" x H:72.01" | L:29.29" x W:29.29" x H:69.76" |
Features
| Adjustable Shelving | Stackable | Stackable | Storage Doors | Adjustable Shelving | Storage Doors | Corner Design |
Easy Assembly
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Product information
Room Type | Living Room |
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Number of Shelves | 5 |
Special Feature | Adjustable |
Product Dimensions | 13.23"D x 35.28"W x 69.76"H |
Style | Transitional |
Age Range (Description) | Adult |
Finish Type | Select Cherry |
Brand | Sauder |
Product Care Instructions | Wipe with Damp Cloth |
Size | L: 35.28" x W: 13.23" x H: 69.76" |
Weight Limit | 15 Pounds |
Assembly Required | Yes |
Recommended Uses For Product | Storage |
Number of Items | 1 |
Manufacturer | Sauder Woodworking |
Included Components | Materials, Hardware, Assembly instructions |
Model Name | Miscellaneous Storage |
Item Weight | 83.4 Pounds |
Furniture Finish | Select Cherry |
Installation Type | Freestanding |
Min. Required Door Width | 45.28 Inches |
Weight capacity | Maximum weight: 15 Pounds |
Back Style | Closed Back |
Specific Uses For Product | Books |
Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
Shelf Thickness | 0.63 Inches |
Global Trade Identification Number | 00042666110044 |
UPC | 042666110044 705641504251 |
Item Weight | 83.4 pounds |
ASIN | B006R9VNSG |
Country of Origin | Vietnam |
Item model number | 412835 |
Customer Reviews |
4.3 out of 5 stars |
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Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Finish types | Select Cherry |
Number of pieces | 1 |
Warranty Description | 5 year parts. |
Batteries required | No |
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Transform your space with the versatile 5-shelf bookcase from the Sauder Miscellaneous Storage collection. This tall bookcase, finished in a rich Select Cherry Finish, serves multiple purposes across rooms. With five spacious shelves, including three adjustable ones, there's plenty of space for your books, décor, or even kitchen essentials. Its elegant woodgrain design suits any room and complements both traditional and transitional styles. Whether in the living room, home office, or laundry area, this bookcase offers endless display and storage possibilities. Let it add style and function to your home. Don't wait—create a tidier, more elegant space today.
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Customers appreciate the bookcase's appearance, particularly its chalked chestnut color, and find it serves its purpose well, holding books easily and providing needed storage space. The build quality receives mixed feedback - while some find it solidly built, others report it coming damaged multiple times. Assembly experiences vary, with some finding the directions easy to follow while others consider them poorly thought out. Stability is a concern as the bookshelf wobbles once assembled and shelves sag when full of books. While some find it a good value for money, others describe it as cheap, and opinions on fit are divided between those who say it accommodates their book collection nicely and those who report pieces not fitting right.
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Customers find the bookcase visually appealing, particularly appreciating its chalked chestnut color, and one customer mentions it matches their display cabinets perfectly.
"...As a closing note, the bookshelf looks so great in my room and I'll be considering more Sauder furniture to tie the room together." Read more
"The finish on this product is lovely and works well with my decor. It is very sturdy. The shelves are heavy, not unbearable...." Read more
"...While the unit seems designed well enough for its intend purpose and usage, due to the particle board, the unit does not look..." Read more
"...Overall, I think this is a well made, beautiful piece of furniture. I'm glad this is the one I chose to purchase, and I have no regrets in buying it...." Read more
Customers find the bookcase to be an excellent product that serves its purpose well.
"...It is very sturdy. The shelves are heavy, not unbearable. Since putting furniture together is not in my wheelhouse, I had a little trouble." Read more
"...shelf units. In my home office, they are very useful and look really nice. I got the cherry finish, and it is just..." Read more
"Very sturdy and well made book case...." Read more
"...It shifts horizontally, slightly, if I touch a particular side panel..." Read more
Customers find the bookcase spacious, with plenty of room for books and LPs, and one customer mentions it can store over 50 photo albums.
"These are larger, nice looking bookshelves capable of holding a Large number of books, or whatever you put on them. Things to know...." Read more
"...I love its sleek design and spacious storage. However, assembling it was a real struggle. Once together, though, it’s sturdy and functional...." Read more
"Perfect size to store all of my adult coloring books. Color is a close match to another cabinet in the room...." Read more
"...I like that the shelves have a raised edge, and there’s plenty of space on it. There’s barely an extra parts and no excessive plastic packaging...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the bookcase's construction, with some finding it solidly built while others report receiving damaged units multiple times.
"...Although it's made of manufactured wood, it feels incredibly sturdy, much higher quality than cheaper made-in-China furniture...." Read more
"...the pin in its hole in piece X, the plastic can be damaged and have its end of the pin no longer fit in the hole in piece..." Read more
"...It is very sturdy. The shelves are heavy, not unbearable. Since putting furniture together is not in my wheelhouse, I had a little trouble." Read more
"...The damaged corner is right in the front and noticeable to all looking at the bookshelf." Read more
Customers have mixed experiences with assembling the bookcase, with some finding the directions easy to follow while others report it's not easy to put together and the instructions aren't very detailed.
"...unit to the vertical with the top down. Then the screws are easy to install. There are several screws. They all need a #..." Read more
"...I read a lot of reviews saying this was easy to put together, but I wouldn't necessarily say it was easy...." Read more
"...criticism is that the labeling of bagged parts (screws) is not dyslexia friendly (ex: S23 vs S32)...." Read more
"...The instructions are fairly clear, and even show that the authors have a bit of a sense of humor...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the bookcase's value for money, with some finding it a good value and others noting it's made from the cheapest wood possible.
"...The finished product looks excellent and very classy for the price...." Read more
"...I have a good looking book shelf at a price I can afford. I like it!" Read more
"...Not worth the time or money spent." Read more
"...But is does well for the price. This amazon item is a bit cheaper than other vendors with the same item. I would buy again. Thx MM" Read more
Customers have mixed experiences with how the bookcase fits: while some say it accommodates their book collection nicely and matches most house styles, others report that pieces don't align properly and are too narrow.
"...However, it's not very large or super noticable, and I'm sure I could cover it with a similar colored Sharpie or something, so I didn't bother..." Read more
"...mashed spots and burrs will jam into the track and impede the slide and quality of fit." Read more
"...The pieces fit together pretty well, and as long as you double-check your steps, you shouldn't have a problem...." Read more
"...The bottom left piece of my bookshelf had a short front molding, so there is some particle board that sticks out and pretty much ruins the fluidity..." Read more
Customers report significant stability issues with the bookcase, noting that it wobbles once assembled, sags in the middle, and shelves sag when fully loaded with books.
"...The whole thing is slightly wobbly, but not horribly so. The end result is a shelf I would’ve paid $75 on marketplace for. Decide wisely." Read more
"...them as well as when they are constructed, you will likely need help to stand them up...." Read more
"...adjustable shelves aren't going to hold a ton of weight, and the unit does wobble (hence the star subtraction), but all in all, I am relatively..." Read more
"...tacks are just as long and sturdy as the included nails, but provide better stability with the added contact area and hold the back panel nice and..." Read more
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- Reviewed in the United States on June 7, 2025I'm very satisfied with the Sauder 5-shelf bookshelf I purchased. The finished product looks excellent and very classy for the price. Although it's made of manufactured wood, it feels incredibly sturdy, much higher quality than cheaper made-in-China furniture. Assembly was easy and the instructions were clear. My only criticism is that the labeling of bagged parts (screws) is not dyslexia friendly (ex: S23 vs S32). Read the instructions carefully and make sure you grab the correct part. As a closing note, the bookshelf looks so great in my room and I'll be considering more Sauder furniture to tie the room together.
- Reviewed in the United States on June 18, 2025Color: Select Cherry FinishVerified PurchaseThe finish on this product is lovely and works well with my decor. It is very sturdy. The shelves are heavy, not unbearable. Since putting furniture together is not in my wheelhouse, I had a little trouble.
- Reviewed in the United States on April 8, 2023Color: Select Cherry FinishVerified PurchaseI bought and assembled three of these
shelf units. In my home office, they are
very useful and look really nice. I got
the cherry finish, and it is just
gorgeous, prettiest furniture finish I
ever saw.
From 15 feet away, one of the shelf units
looks nice enough for nearly any office or
living room. But since the unit is
designed to be assembled by the customer,
up close it does not look quite as nice as
high quality traditional furniture making.
While the unit seems designed well enough
for its intend purpose and usage, due to
the particle board, the unit does not look
as rugged as, say, some units I have in
solid oak from about 100 years ago.
There is an instruction book that
documents how to assemble the unit in 14
steps. The 'technical writing' is very
good.
Along with the particle board pieces,
there are some small pieces, nearly all
metal. All these small pieces come in a
plastic bag. Suggestion: Get 12 little
bowls and sort each piece type into its
own bowl.
Some of the details of how the shelves are
assembled are innovative. Mostly the
shelves are held together with some 'pins'
and 'cams'.
For joining two pieces of the particle
board, say, X and Y, piece X has a hole
for a pin and piece Y has a correspoding
hole for the other end of the same pin
and, at the end of that hole, a hole in
the surface for a cam. Then when pieces X
and Y are joined, one end of the pin will
be in the hole in piece X and the other
end in the hole and cam of piece Y.
The pin is a little complicated: The end
that goes into the cam has a grove that
fits into the side of the cam and gets
pulled on as the cam is turned. The other
end has some tough, black plastic. When
the cam is turned, the pin tries to slide
out of the black plastic, and the black
plastic expands and makes the pin tight in
the hole in piece X.
Suggestion: Put the pin in the hole in
piece X and then move piece Y to slide its
hole over its end of the pin.
If the pin is in piece Y first, then as
move pieces X and Y into position and get
the pin in its hole in piece X, the
plastic can be damaged and have its end of
the pin no longer fit in the hole in piece
X. When this happened to me, I just used
a knife to trim a little of the black
plastic. But, still, I suggest, put the
pin in the hole in piece X first, making
the black plastic safe, and then move
piece Y in position. The end of the pin
with the plastic is delicate; the other
end is not.
Mostly the unit is to be assembled on a
floor, on its back. You may want some
good knee pads -- not a joke.
Okay, there is a risk of damaging the unit
and, thus, have to be careful. In detail,
there are 6 shelves, three are adjustable.
For the other three, there is the top, the
bottom, and one between those two.
The top and the bottom have decorative
pieces. Then to attach the back, flip the
unit on its front and have the back up.
The two decorative pieces will then be in
contact with the floor, and due to these
decorative pieces, the 'between' shelf
will NOT be in contact with the floor and
will be about 2 inches from the floor.
THEN: Do NOT lean on the shelf unit!! If
lean very hard, say, using the unit to
help stand, can have a pin be pulled out
of its hole bringing much of particle
board surface of its hole along with it.
Solution: Get two thick books, say, 1000
pages each, and put one at each end of the
'between' shelf and between that shelf and
the floor. Then can lean on the unit
without damaging it.
The back is thin, made of two pieces, and
get attached with 3/4 inch long nails.
Budget the use of the nails or might run
out. I wanted more nails. The nails that
come with the unit are good, and would
have to look carefully to find extras just
as good.
In attaching the back pieces, should get
their position accurate within about 1/16
of an inch everywhere. With less
accuracy, might have some of the back
extend beyond the unit. Also each of the
nails has to go into the edge of a piece
of particle board, hopefully into the
center of that edge. Else the nail can
protrud from and damage the surface of the
board. Also want each nail not too close
to the edge of the back. Such alignment
needs the 1/16" accuracy.
One piece of the back, the 'upper' piece,
covers from the 'between' board to the top
board. This piece attaches first. The
other piece, the 'lower' piece, covers
from the 'between' board to the bottom
board and overlaps the upper piece where
the upper piece already covers the edge of
the 'between' board.
Then, of course, the part of the unit
where the upper piece attaches may
slightly fail to be a rectangle. So, get
the upper piece very carefully positioned
so that its lower edge just covers the
edge of the 'between' board and nail the
piece to the 'between' board. Then 'skew'
the upper part of the unit so that it is
accurately a rectangle, put a nail in each
of the two upper corners of the upper
piece to hold the alignment achieved, and
then put in the rest of the nails in the
upper piece. That is, to get the upper
piece attached within 1/16", expect to
have to use some 'skew'.
Similarly for the lower piece.
There is a chance that, at the edge of the
'between' board, a nail for the lower
piece could hit a nail for the upper
piece. So, after nailing the upper piece
to the edge of the 'between' board, for
each of those nails mark on the upper
piece a little above the 'between' board
where the nail is so that when nailing the
lower piece can avoid each nail already in
the upper piece.
When nailing the lower piece to the upper
piece and into the edge of the 'between'
board, for each nail need some way to know
where to start the nail to have it enter
the center of the edge of the 'between'
board. At the ends of the 'between'
board, it is easy to locate nails
correctly. So put a nail at each end and
have a loop of kite string from one of the
nails to the other and then to a hanging
weight to make the string tight and
straight. Then put the rest of the nails
in the bottom piece between the two pieces
of string. Or use a chalk line or draw a
line using a yard stick as a straight
edge.
The 'between' board gets a piece of edge
trim. It is to be attached with right
angle brackets. Each bracket gets two
small screws. The instructions say that
this piece of edge trim should be attached
when the unit is on its back on the floor.
With the unit in this position, the little
screws are very awkward to install, would
be easier for someone the size of a
kitten. An easy solution is to lift the
unit to the vertical with the top down.
Then the screws are easy to install.
There are several screws. They all need a
#2 Phillips head screwdriver.
For installing the nails, finally I
decided to use two extra tools, a pair of
needle nose pliers and a strong
flashlight. Then for each nail, hold it
just under its head in the tip of the
pliers. Use the flashlight to remove all
shadows from the desired location of the
nail. Then position the tip of the nail
carefully, make the nail vertical, give a
tap or two with the hammer, move the
pliers out of the way, and finish driving
in the nail. The unit comes with a little
plastic gauge for such positioning, but
when I squeezed a nail, it would jump out
of the plastic and land a foot or two
away.
- Reviewed in the United States on June 6, 2025Color: White PlankVerified PurchaseVery sturdy and well made book case. I highly recommend having 2 people to put it together, I did it by myself but a few of the steps were quite difficult with only one person. Once it was finished though the book case feels very sturdy and durable. The quality of materials is very very nice.
5.0 out of 5 starsVery sturdy and well made book case. I highly recommend having 2 people to put it together, I did it by myself but a few of the steps were quite difficult with only one person. Once it was finished though the book case feels very sturdy and durable. The quality of materials is very very nice.Heavy, but worth it!
Reviewed in the United States on June 6, 2025
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- Reviewed in the United States on April 12, 2023Color: Salt OakVerified PurchaseI love this bookshelf! It looks really nice. If Amazon had a half star option, I'd be giving it 4.5 stars. The reasons I'm docking off half a star are:
1) There was a scratch on one of the top front pieces. However, it's not very large or super noticable, and I'm sure I could cover it with a similar colored Sharpie or something, so I didn't bother trying to get a replacement because that would just be a hassle. But the packaging the shelf came in wasn't damaged at all, so I'm guessing it happened when the pieces were being put in the box. But things happen, I'm not upset about is as it's an easy enough fix.
2) I read a lot of reviews saying this was easy to put together, but I wouldn't necessarily say it was easy. I'm fairly handy with tools, having put together a lot of furniture and doing minor home repairs on my own. I put this bookshelf together by myself. It took a couple hours and some steps required a lot of arm/hand strength to get the screws in, and I ended up stripping a lot of the screws just trying to get them screwed all the way in. I'm thinking using a drill would have made things a lot easier, but the instructions say not to and I'm usually one to do things by the book, so I didn't. However, if I had to put together another one of these, I think I'd probably go ahead and just use a drill for some of the steps to save time and avoid getting frustrated.
3) Some reviews say that the shelf doesn't seem sturdy on the sides, like it'll topple over onto itself, but I disagree. It seems very sturdy once put together and I'm not at all worried about it falling apart. BUT, I'm not so sure that it wouldn't fall forward if pulled on or hit. I have 2 dogs (50 and 60 lbs) that sometimes play rough, so I absolutely used the safety strap to attach it to the wall because I'm not confident that the shelf wouldn't fall forward if they were playing and rolled into it or something. I do have it on a carpeted floor, so maybe on a hardwood floor it would feel more stable. I don't like that the safety strap pokes through a big hole in the backboard of the bookshelf. I feel like the hole doesn't need to be so big. I ended up cutting the circle that comes off the backboard, leaving enough of a space for the safety strap to poke through, and then taping the rest of the circle back in place from the back so it's not as visible.
Overall, I think this is a well made, beautiful piece of furniture. I'm glad this is the one I chose to purchase, and I have no regrets in buying it. I think it will hold up for quite a while.
Also, props to the Amazon driver who delivered it! It was a little heavy, and I was home by myself and worried I wouldn't be able to get it inside on my own without opening it and carrying it in piece by piece. It was raining though, and that wouldn't be ideal, so he carried it inside and set it down in my living room for me. He was very nice and I appreciate him taking that extra step to make my life a little easier!
I love this bookshelf! It looks really nice. If Amazon had a half star option, I'd be giving it 4.5 stars. The reasons I'm docking off half a star are:
1) There was a scratch on one of the top front pieces. However, it's not very large or super noticable, and I'm sure I could cover it with a similar colored Sharpie or something, so I didn't bother trying to get a replacement because that would just be a hassle. But the packaging the shelf came in wasn't damaged at all, so I'm guessing it happened when the pieces were being put in the box. But things happen, I'm not upset about is as it's an easy enough fix.
2) I read a lot of reviews saying this was easy to put together, but I wouldn't necessarily say it was easy. I'm fairly handy with tools, having put together a lot of furniture and doing minor home repairs on my own. I put this bookshelf together by myself. It took a couple hours and some steps required a lot of arm/hand strength to get the screws in, and I ended up stripping a lot of the screws just trying to get them screwed all the way in. I'm thinking using a drill would have made things a lot easier, but the instructions say not to and I'm usually one to do things by the book, so I didn't. However, if I had to put together another one of these, I think I'd probably go ahead and just use a drill for some of the steps to save time and avoid getting frustrated.
3) Some reviews say that the shelf doesn't seem sturdy on the sides, like it'll topple over onto itself, but I disagree. It seems very sturdy once put together and I'm not at all worried about it falling apart. BUT, I'm not so sure that it wouldn't fall forward if pulled on or hit. I have 2 dogs (50 and 60 lbs) that sometimes play rough, so I absolutely used the safety strap to attach it to the wall because I'm not confident that the shelf wouldn't fall forward if they were playing and rolled into it or something. I do have it on a carpeted floor, so maybe on a hardwood floor it would feel more stable. I don't like that the safety strap pokes through a big hole in the backboard of the bookshelf. I feel like the hole doesn't need to be so big. I ended up cutting the circle that comes off the backboard, leaving enough of a space for the safety strap to poke through, and then taping the rest of the circle back in place from the back so it's not as visible.
Overall, I think this is a well made, beautiful piece of furniture. I'm glad this is the one I chose to purchase, and I have no regrets in buying it. I think it will hold up for quite a while.
Also, props to the Amazon driver who delivered it! It was a little heavy, and I was home by myself and worried I wouldn't be able to get it inside on my own without opening it and carrying it in piece by piece. It was raining though, and that wouldn't be ideal, so he carried it inside and set it down in my living room for me. He was very nice and I appreciate him taking that extra step to make my life a little easier!
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- KayteeReviewed in Canada on April 12, 2017
5.0 out of 5 stars Just get it.
Color: Select Cherry FinishVerified PurchaseGreat, sturdy, beautiful. I'm planning on replacing the other 2 old Ikea bookshelves with this model (I know, I know, but Krevbäck bookshelves where the most amazing bookshelves Ikea ever made, they even lasted 8 moving sessions. Of course they discontinued them!).
If you are hesitating buying those, here's what's up with them: Yeah, they might have minor scratches, it happens, mine had none I easily noticed. Read the .... manual. It says not to tighten the screws too much for the upper part, because if you do, you will go through the wood and it doesn't look great (It's still not that noticeable, I got lucky). It's very heavy. Unless you're strong (you can always move it sideways and wiggle it like I did), get someone to help put in into position once you're done assembling it. It offers way more space than I originally thought it would. My Krevbäck a pretty wide, these aren't much wider, yet I could fit way more books per shelves. Amazing!
It's better quality than most you'll see in stores and cheaper.
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ペーターReviewed in Japan on August 14, 2022
4.0 out of 5 stars 独りで組立しました。
Color: Lintel OakVerified Purchase組立大変だった。二人以上で。
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ASReviewed in Mexico on March 12, 2023
4.0 out of 5 stars Bueno
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Jesús A.Reviewed in Mexico on November 24, 2024
5.0 out of 5 stars Hermoso !!!
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Jesús A.Hermoso !!!
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