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(More customer reviews)This bookcase is SOLID! Every piece is heavy-duty and well engineered, and the finish is impressive, especially for something so reasonably priced. I would rate the difficulty of assembly at about upper medium, especially if you're an arthritic, gray-haired, old lady like me, and would advise having a power drill and power screwdriver on hand. Nevertheless, despite my age and infirmity, I managed to complete the assembly without power tools and without any assistance, so it can't be overly difficult. Like the other reviewer, I also noticed that the side moldings that frame the bookcase are slightly shorter than the space they are intended to fill, but I decided to split the difference and center them - interestingly enough, by doing this, the top and bottom gaps aren't noticeable. Have no idea what the reasoning behind that design decision could have been (expansion/contraction, or someone didn't get the spec-change notice?), but it does not detract from the finished product. There is a trough scored on the back side of the moldings which helps you line things up from top to bottom, but it is not sufficient to aid in getting the screws in by hand - would definitely be better to pre-drill some small starter holes yourself, and use a power screwdriver to insert the screws. All the hardware required for assembling the piece are included (nuts, bolts, washers, screws, shelf supports, backing board, nails, plastic nubs to fill recessed screw/bolt holes with self-stick stickers matching the finish to cover the nubs, etc.), as well as little self-stick squares to place under the base for leveling, and the instructions are clear and easy to follow. The packing was excellent, and everything arrived ahead of schedule and in perfect condition (a little surprising considering the large size of some of the pieces and the total weight). All in all, since the finished product is so sturdy, functional, and looks so much more expensive than what I paid, I have to give this product and vendor a 5-star rating for quality, value, and service.
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Rich with vintage flair, this tall, spacious bookcase brings a sense of refined grace to any home office, den, family room, or bedroom. The unit's durable engineered-wood paneling carries the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) certification, while its thick 1-inch shelves and classic cherry finish stand up beautifully to everyday wear and tear. Equipped with one fixed shelf and three adjustable shelves, the bookcase offers generous space for a complete encyclopedia set, volumes of classic literature, work binders, children's books, and countless other reading materials, photo albums, or small storage boxes. Best of all, the unit's gently profiled edges resist chipping and prevent injury, and its elegant Louis-Philippe-style top and bottom moldings impart it with tasteful distinction. Assembly required, the handsome bookcase measures 13 by 31 by 70 inches and carries a five-year warranty.
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