Without bottom shelf, I think I can get 4 working tables. How durable without bottom shelf. I plan to put 40lb box on it.
1382467
The bottom shelf needs to be attached, it is the only thing holding the four legs together. If you remove that, the shelves will be completely unstable.
1382468
I used only 4 shelves from the two units I bought and made 1 bench from the upper leftover shelves. If I had tried to make 2 tables they would've been very wobbly, in my opinion. The legs really should be anchored in the holes of another shelf to be sturdy enough to hold 40 pounds.
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As you know it was not designed to make four tables , however ,I understand . If you ask me , would I try it , probably. However , its strongly recommended you use it as the manufacturer intended. Best of luck/0)
542475
I love my table ... my only complaint would be because of the shelves on the end of the table, it makes it hard to seat 4 people comfortably :-)
1096503
It depends how heavy objects are gonna put on a shelf . I have loaded those brackets with a 18"x 60" folding tables (2 brackets per table ) and I have two daughters , 6 and 8 who use these tables for basically everything they do and also they lean on them a lot ,too and after a year of use tables are hanging just a little. hope this will help.
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I think that if you use the side pieces along with the racks it should be sturdy enough. The side pieces help to keep it steady. I only had room for two without the side parts, where I was putting it, but I did see this with multiple sets before I bought mine.
1222782
I only have 2 but they are very sturdy. I don't see 6 as being a problem especially if any heavy items are placed on the bottom.
172686
I think leaving the middle shelf out would compromise the stability of the table. You would have to use two diagonal board across the back to keep the table stable.
1057036
The description states that the total capacity is 600 lbs with casters. So I limit that corner unit to lighter items and keep it as close to under 100 lbs as possible. If you have to store heavier items, then I would go with a more industrial/heavy-duty shelf system. When you put it in the corner and then put a set of regular shelves on either side, it makes access to the corner shelf a bit tricky. So I use small totes and boxes to keep lighter things in, especially items I don't need quick access to everyday. It has served its purpose well, but it does have its limitations.
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My two lowest shelves are full of hardbound textbooks and binders full of papers. The next two hold normal sized hardbound books and the top shelf is full of CDs and DVDs. As long as you put the heaviest on the bottom, I don't think you will have any problems. The whole unit might be light when empty, but it can really hold a lot without sagging.
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As the specs indicate two of the shelves are "fixed," but I suppose you could assemble it without the shelves. The shelves also contribute to the stability of the unit, so if you did that it might be a bit wobbly. There maybe units better suited for your purpose than this one. It does make a great pantry space, but I'm not recommending it for broom/mop storage.
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The bottom "shelf" is not a shelf. It is only a frame to hold the three drawers that are included with the unit. I suppose you could put some of the water in the drawers but I couldn't tell you how many. I do not know the weight capacity of the middle shelf, but it is fairly sturdy. I am not sure I would put that much weight on it.
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Not very much. Maybe about 15 at most. But the shelves tend to wobble a tiny bit, so you can't have too much on each. The bigger shelves at the bottom can hold heavier weight than the top ones.
315247
I would use the lower shelves for heavy pots, but I would not go any higher than the bottom two. My wife has it packed full of dishes, and it is holding up pretty well.
914573
I never received the shelves so can't help you with that question. I was moving and didn't open the box for 2 months and they weren't there. I just use it as a devider and it works nice without the shelves.
331263
For stability I would leave all the shelves in tact. It is not built to accomadate just 3 shelves. It is a little gem, though. Just right.
431279
I put the bench together without one of the shelves and it worked fine. It was still sturdy enough to hold my 115 frame.
1624995
The bottom shelf is great. I've had soda cases, a crock pot, and an old coffee maker on it - no problems.
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I think this supports quite a lot of weight. I believe that it tells you that in the description. It does come with a shelf at the bottom, too. The bottom shelf would not hold as much as the top. However, as the other reviewers have stated, it is a solid stainless steel table and would hold quite a lot of weight!