The hardware on this unit is NOT good for the weight. Do not use it. Buy your own, and screw this directly into the studs in your wall. We assembled this (and all the advice that it takes a LONG time to assemble is on point) and then put it on the wall as directed. It fell, on my foot. We removed the french hanging system and just bolted it into the studs directly. Beautiful! strong, sturdy and great looking! :)