These bookshelves have the perfect look: very minimalist, very "open," perfect for adding storage in a small space. I'm using them in our dining room to store a lot of books and a couple of cast iron dutch ovens on the lowest shelves (I made sure they're under the maximum weight). However, the shelves aren't as stable as I had hoped. Even after adequately tightening the screws, some of them have a slight flex from front to back. I'm worried that over time that shifting might put too much stress on the brackets that hold the shelf in place. I'm trying to be mindful about how I distribute things. I'll have to be really careful when removing/replacing heavier books. Overall, while I'm happy with the purchase, I'm a little worried about how well they'll hold up long-term.