First, the bookshelf does not have a cutout at the bottom in the rear to allow the bookcase to be placed against the wall if you have any molding on the wall at the floor.  I had to cut a gap for the molding. Second, we have had the shelves only a few weeks and the shelves are sagging about a half of an inch.  The shelves are not even loaded with books, just about half of the shelf is holding books the rest is light nik naks.  Realy , not a good product.