Furinno JAYA Book Shelf, 3-Tier Bookshelf, Bookcase with Adjustable Shelves, 9.5 x 24.5 x 40.3, for Living Room, Bedroom, Home Office, Blackwood

I can finally update this one. I’m increasing review to 5 stars with details to follow. They have very polite customer service members. They are slow. And apologized each time for the delay. I can’t put that all on them because honestly I just expected them to ignore the request and never respond. So pleasantly surprised.They actually responded to my follow up email. It was confusing and I thought they were sending me a label to return it. And then the next time I emailed back because they forgot or it slipped out before they sealed the package the little tiny dowels. So I had to wait another week for it. Both times the packing was superb. Guys. It blew my mind. They took care of it like they were sending it to grandma.This time I waited to get a 2nd pair of hands to help hold it steady for assembly. It’s solid. It’s sturdy. And I’m very pleased with the end result. Between the excellent service and the care taken in mailing the replacement items without making me even pay s&h? Full stars.I forgot to add pics after assembly so just showing on its planned home (another shelf).The backing piece unfolds and held together with tape tape when unfolded. I added extra tape along with the middle to help for long term. And I colored over the small gap with black permanent marker to avoid the light coming through being obvious. That is something I’ve learned over previous years of diy.It's been just over 2 weeks since this was delivered. I started assembly the weekend it was delivered. As part of the instructions, you assemble the various items in a specific order. I've include a closeup of Step 1 & 2 where you have the middle part of this bookshelf (the "H").The steps aren't complicated, but they could use more details.The line in the "H", requires 4 wooden dowels to be connected, and those in turn to be connected to the end pieces. I cannot stress how delicate they are until its all stable. Well, at least I assume it will be stable. I'm still waiting on the replacement parts. While connecting the 2 outer edges to the dowels, the wobble factor was under anticipated. I'm embarrassed to admit that the dowels broke instantly when the 2nd one was attached, and I'd let go of the other side. Picture the attempt - trying to save one side, and the other side also becomes precariously balanced, and end up both becoming unstable.I was able to remove 2 of the broken dowels, and I might have been able to salvage the part "G", but the other side, the 2 holes are completely filled. I don't have a drill, and even if I did, I'd need the 4 replacement dowels.I'd have paid extra to have it delivered fully assembled -- why isn't that even an option?Anyhow - if you end up like me just needing something on the smaller side to help corral some desktop clutter, the feel of the parts is well cheap, but I'd think they'd be stable enough for the weight specified. The all black will hide a variety of sins. I even bought screw covers after reading in the reviews that would have been a nice touch to make it look nicer.The cons:--Pet peeve, always the directions are really light on details. And why do you have so many items to do in each step, instead of separate steps?--Well, Amazon directed me to the website product support of the manufacturer. It wasn't too difficult to fill out the lengthy questionnaire. Just be prepared, I recommend if you're on your phone, switch over to pc or laptop.--Timeframe for responses - took a week for them to respond, asking for more photos. I responded today, so guessing it will be another week for them to respond, either with another question, or a request to pay for the shipping & addtl parts.--Length of time waiting - I'm this close to throwing it all out. Waiting so long for this to be resolved is annoying. Do I salvage my time, and wait, or do I throw it out now, and buy something else for the more instant gratification? $40.00 isn't a deal breaker, but still, in this economy? You don't want to just throw it away no matter the irritation.The Pros:--The price is fine. I'd have paid more for it fully assembled. Why isn't this an option? that ANYone offers?--Items are lightweight, and as described. The material is pressed wood, so it does 'feel' cheaper when you look at it.--While I did complain about the instructions, these are better than many I've seen, in that the size of the photos could be easily viewed.--Each of the items were clearly labeled - this is something that is often missed, so kudos to the manufacturer - very neat and organized.SummaryWell, this is one of those that I have to wait & update. If there isn't too much more of a delay, and the parts are replaced with only cheap fees, then I'll likely be happy and upgrade the review.For now, I'm on the fence with rating. Part of this is on me (I didn't fully understand the directions, and when it started to fall apart, overreacted when fumbling to save it, and items broke). Why can 't I go with half stars?

I usually do not write reviews because I don’t have time to do anything but I wanted to write this because after reading some of the reviews I almost did not buy this product. I have purchased many pieces of furniture that I have had to assemble and this item is at least as well made and easy to assemble as the previous items have been. That’s saying a lot since most items are not made as well as they used to be made. Saying that this is not a heavy duty piece of furniture (nor was it described as such—I think it’s partial board), but it is very sturdy as I did purchase it for my 98yo dad who holds onto furniture when he walks around the house and it fits and works perfectly where we needed it. So read the description, don’t expect handmade antique furniture and you should be satisfied

Functionality and appearance of the product is overall good. I've had it for a few years and it does its job well. Getting four stars because while it is functional, it is not high quality. It is a bit unstable and does not have any significant weight in the bottom when put together making it a bit wobbly. The cardboard piece for the back helps this, but nailing it in is a bit annoying and still only reduces the overall shakiness. Did not feel easy to assemble. In short, the product is what it is, a cheap bookshelf that is perfect for college living as it will serve its purpose well but you won't care if it breaks.

So cheap and easy to assemble. Used it to store games. The back panel is very flimsy be careful nailing the back it tore. I fixed it with duct tape. Good for temporary storage.

Damage on arrival:First of all, the cardboard backing came with a slit in it from top almost to the bottom so I had to tape it. Also, one of the shelves came scratched. And, a small piece of the black plastic "taping" on the top of the bookcase was ripped so, I had to glue it back on.Construction:The pegs that are supposed to hold up the pretty heavy shelves were tiny plastic pegs...not metal as I've seen so many times in the bookcases I've already assembled over the years. But the BIGGEST disappointment was that, after I put the shelves in but then, decided to move the bookcase a few inches in another direction to position it better, it began to sway from side to side and, a shelf fell out. Also, the cardboard backing came off so, all the nails ripped out. I don't know if the cardboard backing is what stabilizes the entire bookshelf but, I am hoping that is the case so, after I post this review, I will get out the duck tape and tape it on and then nail the duck tape on to the sides of the bookcase to secure it and hope that works. What a drag. Just the assembling of this would have been enough for me but then, all of this on top of it?UPDATE:This is for anyone who has the same problem with this bookcase:Swaying:Unfortunately, attaching the cardboard backing again did not stabilize it and, it came right off again and it tore again. (Well, no surprise there but anyhow...) So now, the wall is my backing.So, to correct the swaying, I put screw with a large head in the top left hand side of the bookcase and attached a string to it and, connected the string to a large head nail in the wall and, at least, it stopped swaying from side to side.Shelves falling out:I screwed screws into the holes instead of these tiny plastic pegs they provided. They are longer than the pegs so, I am hoping they will keep the shelves in place now.

This is a cheaply made shelf, but it serves its purpose. I use it to hold my laundry soaps and other cleaning supplies. It does hold a good amount of weight. It is definitely wobbly, but I don’t need it to be too sturdy for what I am using it for.It was relatively easy and fast to assemble, but you do have to put it together.The materials are cheap, but I have been using it for over 3 years and it is still holding up.I think the price should be less for what you get. I think there are similar shelves out there for less money.