Ameriwood Home Lawrence 4-Shelf Ladder Bookcase Bundle - Black Finish, Modern décor, Vertical Storage Solution

Purchased for teen daughter building paperback collection; politely turned down an updated Kindle. Box arrived quickly but was at least 70lbs. Unpacked at porch and laid out all pieces in the room to display them. Only about (8) allen-type bolts plus included allen wrench and (2) different size black machine screws to deal with; but there are about (70 screws). Purchaser only needs (1) medium size Phillips Head Screwdriver to assemble; we used a power screwdriver which made things much faster. Took about 40 minutes for the 2 of us to unbox, layout and assemble. We chose to do both in unison which saves time. The use of modular steel frames is what we think made these a great buy. The frames will not warp with humidity and they stand very stable, each of the (4) shelves per stand holds 30 pounds or about 120 pounds per stand. The pieces were all labeled with simple stickers such as 'A' or 'G'.Once assembled used a clean cotton rag and some furnish polish for final wipe down. Once I stood back and viewed the stands with daughter's approval; I was very pleased. They are striking in final appearance; resembling library shelf ladders. There is great spacing between shelves for various items such as pictures or other diplayables. Would definitely make sure that the heavier items were bottom-most in any environment with young kids or playful pets. The assembly is overall very simple - you simply need to attach the front and rear lips of each shelf with (2) screws each; but there are 4 shelves each or eight shelves overall. Thus when you need to attach 2 'lips' to each of the (8) shelves - you start with about 24 pieces of MDF-Style Wood and 48 screws; so it takes some time. Using a power screwdriver and 2 people made it pretty fast work. Then you simply use 2 screws per side of each shelf to sandwich each of the 4 shelves per stand in between the molded steel support structure/sides. I definitely knew to wait until they were fully assembled for the final light tightening of the screws. If you use a power screwdriver - go easy or set the torque to not overtighten. Truly - they would not be out of place in other rooms in which I spent months or years acquiring strategic pieces... At the end of the day - they are stunning in the way the rear of the stands is parallel to the residing wall and the front of the stands is angled from the wall where they stand - slightly forward into the center of the room. It gives them a little flair, or what I call understated grace. The 45 minutes to unpack, assemble and wipe down the dusty components (from China) was well worth the spend. They are really great and once again the metal framework presents the buy with a solution that should last many years while standing straight and true. I had read a review from another buyer who said they were buying more..... However skeptical I was at the first read of that review; I am sold. The package arrived very quickly and everything was good condition - there are a lot of pieces when you lay them out but it's World's simpler as compared to assembling a grill or media center. The look, quality and durability as compared to reasonable price motivated me to spend time sharing our review. Definitely recommend!

I couldn't be more please with my choice. This bookshelf not only adds a touch of modern elegance to my living space but it also provides excellent functionality.The assembly process was straightforward, with clear instructions and all necessary hardware included. The sturdy construction gives me confidence in its durability, and the materials used feel high quality. The shelves are spacious enough to accommodate various book sizes and decorative items.What sets this bookshelf apart is its versatile dessign. the open back concept allows it to blend seamlessly with different room aesthetics, making it a perfect fit for both contemporary and taditional settings. The minimalist design doesn't over power the room, creating a visually appealing display for my book collection. I also used this shelf for kitchen storage options which is why I purchased a second one.I highly recommend it to anyone in search of a versatile and aesthetically pleasing bookshelf.

I have one on each side on my bed. Very sturdy and matches my bedroom set.

I was watching these for a while before I finally bought them at $100 for both down from $140. The day they arrived price was $80, went all the way to $61 for both. Was going to buy them again but waited till the afternoon when they re-priced at $195. Currently as I write this review there are $115. I have no idea why the price fluctuate so much. These are very good shelves pretty sturdy the only reason I would not give five stars is because of the screws if not careful can split the surface or top slide of the shelf, leaving an ugly mark. Other than that they are great very easy to put together and sturdy. I would not pay $195 for them. I think $100 is a fair price $50 apiece. Definitely a steel at $61. Box is very heavy.

The rather heavy box came in before expected time and was very easy to assemble. The rails are powder-coated metal and the shelves are MDF but very sturdy and can hold some weight as I have a printer on one of the shelves. I will caution that you do not want to "over tighten" the screws from the outside rails attaching the shelves as may split board on side and compromise stability. Other than that, they work perfectly, look great, and a super deal!!

We have eight of these now, and will probably buy more as we replace more of our current bookcases with these. I won't say that they're easy to put together, as it is important to read the instructions carefully on the first one. After you have correctly assembled the first one, I suggest keeping it nearby as a reference as you put together the second. As the instructions suggest, don't tighten the screws until the whole thing is together, otherwise you'll have trouble lining up the predrilled holes. Even then, it's not impossible - just easier when you leave the screws slightly loose until you're done. I am quite a whiner when it comes to putting things together so if I say that it's not too hard, you might find it to be quite easy.The finished product is sturdy, attractive, and it holds quite a lot of books. Plus, being tall, it's a good use of floor space. Of course, they can be used for a lot of things other than books. If I had a pantry, for example, these might make good shelves for cans and other pantry items.Added...More than three years later, and I am still loving these. I think we have ten of them now.