Hello guys, those who bought the bookcase. I was wondering if they would be sturdy enought for carpeted floors? Thank you very much for your help.
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Probably. I actually turned 2 on their sides to make a daybed with storage, so I don't know about standing them up on carpet. I can tell you they are HEAVY. I think if you assembled as instructed and maybe added a little wood glue in the joints, you'd be fine.
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Yes you can, and it stacks nice and solid. I have three of the two tall stacked units on plush carpeting and they are solid. Of course, I put the heavy books on lower shelves. We have two rowdy cats and two boisterous dogs that have not knocked them down. The first units were bought close to three years ago and the last four this year. I do like to add the mantle top as I think it helps with stability.
1362002
I wouldn't use this as a bookcase.... It's pretty deep and the the spaces would be difficult unless you are just storing books.
1168018
I reenforced ours. It held the weight pretty well but it tended to lean forwards where we have it placed. It is a very sturdy shelf and will hold plenty enough books. I can upload a picture if you would like to see our shelf full of books.
1024854
Yes, it would probably be fine. I have some books and things, but not too heavy. My biggest problem with the unit is that it kind of sways from side to side. The doors didn't fit well, so I have some shims underneath one side to stablize. They are hidden, but without them, the doors are not aligned. Hope this helps!
1980406
I don't know for sure but they so seem pretty sturdy. I don't think I would load every shelf with hard bound books. But spreading the weight over several shelves and putting lighter weight items in between, would probably work great.
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I would be a little hesitant about that. I have the bookshelf placed on a carpet and while it is sturdy enough for the books, it can sway if you move it back and forth, especially as the sides and back are open.
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Hi Viincent, The answer is no. We have them on medium pile carpet and we have 4 kids. I have not picked them up once. These are made of heavy steel and stay put well. I am very pleased with these stands.I hope this helps you.
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I have two of these shelves on carpet. My carpet isn't super thick but the base is very sturdy. The under-side of the base is the same as the top shelf so, If you look closely at the pic, you can see that there is a 3/4-1" lip which helps it lock onto my carpet. I have heavier items such as books on the bottom two shelves however, I wouldn't recommend placing heavy objects near the front corners of the upper shelves for fear of potential tipping. I have two kids running through my home and I've never had any issues with stability. I love these shelves and am considering buying two more for another room..
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Yes, it's very sturdy and durable. Make sure you nail ot to the wall. I love this bookcase
1989909
I've had this bookshelf for about a year. All the shelves are loaded with papers & books, but not heavy textbooks. The middle couple of shelves are starting to sag, so I wouldn't recommend it for books like yours. It would definitely need reinforcement.
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Probably, but I would suggest that the bookcase be used on a solid floor, rather than carpeting, for the best stability, when putting a tv on it.
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We used one of our half sized ones for bags and shoes and other mud room type things, and it held up fine. It is of very sturdy particle board, and it holds up many of my heaviest books and statues. I have 6 of these bookcases (of various sizes), and I haven't had a problem yet.
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I would say yes, it probably is sturdy enough for books, but not ideal. It has no back on it & the top shelf is quite narrow, but it is pretty sturdy. I am only using it for towels & decorative items in my bathroom. It's perfect for that.
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Yes,I am using them on carpeted floors now. You may wish to achor them to your wall for safety. Good solid consruction for this price level
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My Seville bookcase is loaded with books. So far -- no problem! I have hardcovers, paperbacks, large, and small books. I love it! Mine is inside an extra bedroom closet -- fits great, looks nice, and I can stack or sit books individually. If you try the bookcase, I hope you like it as much as I like mine!
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If you plan to load it with books and other weighty things, you should not have a problem. I have mine on hardwood floors, but loaded with electronics and books and of course the decorative item or 2. Mine are stable. I do not have small children around climbing though.