Are they strong enough, if put at each end of a 6' desk, to hold a 1" thick board spanning them, like a shelf to store things on?
139414
Yes, but I would check them after you put this board on it. The other thing I have a printer on top of a pair (evenly spaced) of the shelves. I find that is not problem and the printer is somewhat heavy.The second thing, DO NOT PUT TOO MUCH HEAVY THINGS IN THE each of the DRAWS, as I found the draws will sag and pull out of the runners.
139415
I don't think I would do that. The weight of the board itself will, over time, cause the corner uprights to compress and squeeze the drawers tighter together. If you do try it, check the corners each week to see the effect. (I am a construction superintendent & know the weight of wood). Plus, a 1" thick board will sag quickly with that span, if not supported in the middle. Best of luck.
139416
I don't see any issue with them being able to handle that as long as you balance the load on each evenly
766359
They will hold books. Our shelf was the standard thickness 3/4" and they fit tightly on there so they are pretty sturdy. We were pleasantly surprised with them and ordered more for our other closets. Hope this info helps!
1673151
Depends on the box dimensions and weight, but in general I would say no. They are sturdy for things of moderate weight, but books could be too taxing. The shelves are also not high or wide enough for what I would consider moving boxes.
1268577
Absolutely although...the length of screw you use to attach them and the surface they are attached to probably has a lot more to do with their holding ability. If you are using them to hang heavy items...make sure you are screwing them directly into wood...not just the sheetrock.
1024852
Yes, the shelves are very sturdy. You could also put anything really heavy on the bottom.
1120945
I am using my 2 for a file cabinet and shelf. I believe they will be sturdy enough for your intended use but I have not had the occasion to use them as such..Nina Quinlan
663998
If you put a ream in every single shelf, it would probably be alright. If you put them on the bottom shelves, it would be fine. I would not recommend putting them in the middle shelves with no support below them.
432877
No they are quite sturdy and when bolted securely in place make a strong, safe storage system. I have five used together across the garage ceiling and have been very pleased with them.
1495283
For it to remain sturdy you would need to use them but you could reinforce with wire if you eliminate a shelf. Just sayin...
479120
Yes, you definitely can. I wouldn't put them under the shelf or they'll be in your way when you use the work space. But otherwise, it should work to hang them off the top shelf and/or the bottom ones.
766360
I am using mine on a one inch thick white pine board. I believe this is the max you are going to get out of them. They are quite sturdy and could be used as book ends. Now saying that, I would not overload them with college textbooks, not sure if they could handle that much weight on their own.
827147
In my experience of using the ShelfLinks I would not say they would be secure without using screws to hold all the upright and horizontal 2x4's in place. Especially when you are taking items on and off the shelves...I even secured the bases to the floor so that the base would stay as secure as possible.
546057
We have our big, heavy printer/copier/scanner on the lower shelf and it holds that just fine. However, our printer takes up most of the shelf and is being supported by the sturdier outside edges of the shelf. Its not the strongest shelf and is pretty thin, so I don't think it would be the best option for holding the weight of a computer.
1578857
They're really pretty sturdy, I don't think the weight would be an issue. You can check the dimensions of the shelves under product details to see if those will fit.
1676207
Yes, I believe they would. Even though these are not as tall as some others come, they are strong and sturdy and won't bend to the weight of heavy books.
648867
Yes they will !! They hold a TON of weight too !! I use them all round the edges of my Origami shelves to hang clothing !! Buy more then one , because you will find a million uses for them ! You just reminded me to order MORE !!!
705520
Of course - they are very solid and would hold the weight of a full desktop computer (or pounds and pounds of books, etc.)