Can this unit be assembled without the thin back piece? I need something open to store my receiver.
478749
I think so I mean the back piece is pretty thin. However it does add more rigidly of the unit.I guess it will be fine as long as you don't put heavy item on top of it without the back.
478750
If you are just trying to get your cords out the back, it might be better to leave the back piece on and drill a two inch hole to pass your cords thru. This would allow for more or less complete structural integrity.
478751
I don't see why you can't. The back piece just fits into a channel in all four sides.
478752
Technically yes it can be. However that greatly reduces the structural integrity of the boxes so take care.
478753
Yes they can def be put together without the back. Its mostly for looks, it doesn't hold much more of a purpose. :)
2245332
I guess you can leave the back off. My husband put it together. Sorry for the mistake.
1344549
The inside of the cabinet has same finish as exterior. I think it would work without the door for components.
763917
Yes, but unit is not very big. I had to buy two. Good looking. Great buy if shipping is free otherwise forget it. Shipping is almost as much as the cabinet. Hope this information helped.
22264
Todd,The height of the front opening to the shelf area is roughly 6.5". There is more height behind the front trim piece, but the opening seems to be to short for your receiver.I hope that info helps!
1428581
I assume that you are referring to the little stand, and while the receiver will work OK without it, I recommend that you avoid having the receiver lying against a shelf, wall, etc., where the unit might overheat if it lacked a good air flow.
1115934
If you have a drill you could add holes to put the shelf where you need it. The unit is fairly sturdy, and may be okay without those 2 pieces. you may be able to use the back support in front where the front of the shelf is screwed in. as I recall, all the screws/holes were the same. I also added wood glue when i put mine together. not too helpful I know, but like I said, the unit is very sturdy.
1634532
I'm sure you could- at least the top off of the sides- just keep it in mind as you assemble it As to not glue parts you will need to take apart.
497217
No, I found a wood box at Home Goods that fit in pretty well. The open end of the box faces front so it makes a shelf in there. The space behind the door needs something to split it up and make it more useful
22269
The opening is 6 1/2 " because of the 2 " front piece, but the actual height is 8 1/2". Consideration: If you put your receiver onto the shelf from the rear before you put the rear panel on, it will fit. I would not recommend leaving the panel off as it does provide stability to the piece, but you may consider cutting part of the rear panel out (it's melamine board) to accommodate easier access. All in all, I love the piece.
1843220
I assembled it 4 years ago, so hard to remember. The shelf was definitely it's own piece that was slipped onto the legs. My guess is yes you could omit, but it would probably impact stability.
2150461
I believe it will be possible. As long as the receiver is placed at shelf on top of the drawers. And the dimensions of your receiver. My receiver would fit (an older onkyo model). Just leave a little space from wall to aid wire installation. And your PS and cable box is placed higher. I wouldn't add too much else as far as weight goes though unless you reinforce it in some way. It's a great shelf I use mine as a supplement to my aquarium and a few books.
1089489
There is a back on the section where the components go, but the two sides don't have a back on them. Since it goes in a corner, a back isn't needed on the sides. It's really a nice piece of furniture, and I highly recommend it!
931757
They are all separate pieces..so I think you would be able to leave that shelf out..but there would be empty holes on the frame
996326
The opening between posts in the front is 17.5 inches. You will need to slip your receiver in from the side and not the front. I have an 18 inch receiver and it fits nicely on the second shelf.
1777320
You'd have to bend the back wire support or add a piece of wood as spacer - otherwise the contents would lean forward. Not designed for wall mart.
940862
You can certainly assemble it without the back glass, however it will not be as sturdy in the left-right direction. If someone pushes it hard to the left or right the glass on the ends could snap so I would not recommend doing this.