I love this shelf! It’s the perfect addition to add all my nuts, seeds, lentils, etc... and clear out space in my pantry. The total weight allowed is 15 pounds, however, if you secure it better than the materials provided, you may hold a lot more. I had a neighbor hang this and he drilled a nail in the middle through the wall where there top shelf and bottom shelf is, along with using stronger nails on the back. I’m very satisfied.