10 best bookshelves to buy on amazon, was inspired by how many books I used to have just laying around the house.
There comes a point in everyone’s life when they start to consume more and more books every year. Reading books is great and I am proud of you, but where do you store all of them?
This was the question I found myself asking a few months ago. So, I decided to do some research on the 10 best bookshelves to buy on Amazon.
This is what I found. Let’s get started.
- Rolanstar Bookshelf 5-Tier
- IRONCK BOOKCASES AND BOOKSHELVES TRIPLE WIDE 6 TIERS
- HOMBAZAAR 5-Tier Industrial Corner Bookshelf
- WALKER EDISON 2 SHELF INDUSTRIAL WOOD METAL BOOKCASE ( AMAZONS CHOICE)
- O&K FURNITURE Double Wide 6-Shelf Bookcase
- FOTOSOK 6 Tier Bookcase, S-Shaped Black Bookshelf,
- Yusong Tree Bookshelf, 9-Tier Floor Standing Bookcase
- Nathan James Theo 5-Shelf Modern Bookcase
- Tribesigns 5-Tier Bookshelf Modern Bookcase
- Wallniture Minori Wall Bookshelves for Living Room Decor
Rolanstar Bookshelf 5-Tier
This 5-tiered shelf stands 5.98 feet tall or 71.8 inches. The wood is engineered wood, meaning it was made with both plastic content and wood fibers, heated and bound together to give it added strength.
This shelf is perfect for just holding books or being a multipurpose shelf. Most commonly placed in living rooms, offices, classrooms, home libraries, and study rooms.
Many have found that the bookshelf is very sturdy and, to their surprise, looked much better in their home than it did online.
This book case is freestanding and comes with all the tools necessary to build it yourself. It only was 55.1 pounds, which is fairly light considering the bookcase’s size.
Most people love this book shelf so much that they bought two of them and placed them side by side allowing for more storage room.
The bookshelf is aesthetically pleasing and would look great anywhere you place in the home.
Out of 1,551 reviews on amazon and 4.8 stars, the 1-star reviews only make up 2%. But those who did have grips about the product mentioned that a lot of the metal pieces came misaligned which made it difficult to put together.
There were also a few who didn’t receive any hardware to put the shelf together.
IRONCK Bookcases and Bookshelves Triple Wide 6 Tiers
If you are like me and you have a ton of books, the Ironck bookshelf may be the way to go. This book shelf as a 5 tier shelf weighs roughly 66 lbs. Product dimensions are 11.8″D x 69.3″W x 69.3″H in other words close to a foot in depth, 5.7 feet wide, and 5.7 feet tall.
You also have the option to get it in 6 tier bookshelf which makes it just shy of 6.5 feet tall.
Many rave about how sturdy it is and how it looks in their living room. The Ironck comes in two boxes and the assembly isn’t particularly difficult.
The Book Shelf is made of MDF board and Iron.
the package is delivered on time and the company is great to work with.
Over all this bookshelf is great if you are needing a ton of storage space, and you need something that looks great in any room.
Pros:
- Easy to put together
- Looks great in every room
- Very sturdy
- Not terribly heavy
- Very large and can hold a lot of books
Cons:
- Delayed shipping
- Not a prime item, so have to pay to return if needed.
- Made with MDF, some think it may not be strong enough to hold a lot of books.
- Not instructions with the packaging.
- Missing parts
HOMBAZAAR 5-Tier Industrial Corner Bookshelf
If you are looking for something with a little more design to it and blends in with the home, then this contemporary modern triangle bookshelf is the way to go.
Fun fact, the triangle is the strongest shape, so if you are looking for a sturdy option, this is it.
Because of its triangle shaped and design it is made to help save space within your home. (16.9”W X16.9”D X 72.7”H) it is only 1.4 ft in depth and width and roughly about 6ft tall.
Perfect not only for books but creating a pleasing aesthetic for your home. Many use the Hombazzaar corner bookshelf for a mixture of books and other decorative pieces like plats and flower pots.
Product is made out of Engineered wood a mix of MDF and Iron, allowing for sturdiness.
Pros:
- Space Saving
- Light Weight
- Beautifly designed
- Lots of space between the levels for larger books or items.
- Very easy to assemble
- Fits perfectly in almost every corner
- Sturdy
Cons:
- Not a ton of space
- Some purchasers noticed defects in the product upon arrival.
- Missing pieces
- Overall it is a fantastic shelf with close to 1500 reviews customers have rated it a 4.8 stars out of 5.
- Other Items purchased along with it.
Walker Edison 2 Shelf Industrial Wood Metal Bookcase ( Amazons Choice)
With over 2700 reviews and a 4.8 star rating on Amazon, this is one of the most popular bookcases out there.
There are 3 tiers and each tier can hold up to about 50 pounds. The bookcase is made with MDF wood and a powder coated metal.
It stands just over two feet tall and 5 feet in length. The depth of the bookcase is about 1.3 feet.
This bookcase is popular because of its durability and its versatility. Many people not only use it for their books, but they also use it for a tv stand and any other storage they need. It also just looks really nice when placed in an office, bedroom, or living room.
Pros:
- Durable
- Easy to assemble only needed Allen wrench
- Fast Shipping
- Great for a bookcase in the office.
- Simple and Stylish
- Quality products
Cons:
- Style over Substance
- Some received damaged or defective goods.
- Missing hardware.
O&K FURNITURE Double Wide 6-Shelf Bookcase
If you area looking for a bookshelf that is big and has quite a bit of storage, I would seriously consider the O&K Double Wide
This is a great option if you are looking to add some style to your office or living room. We have all seen those bookshelves that are just big and bulky. The O&K Bookcase is uniquely designed and is built to store multiple different things and it will look great.
This Bookcase could be great for kitchen use as well, giving your kitchen the design spruce you are looking for.
This product is13.8″D x 80.7″W x 60.6″H
Pros:
- Easy Assembly
- Strong and sturdy
- Beautiful design
- Company is customer focused
Cons
- Not as tall as depicted
- For some the installation was easy and others a little more difficult. It might all depend on if it is a solo mission or if you have 2 people.
FOTOSOK 6 Tier Bookcase, S-Shaped Black Bookshelf,
This is one of the coolest-looking bookshelves on Amazon. Its S shape frame is unique but creates more sturdiness.
Its geometrical shape is great if you are looking to add flair to your living room, bedroom, or office. Each of the Shelves is divided into two compartments, toy storage, book organization, and plant display. Allow you the ability to have fun while displaying your books.
Often times these bookshelves are purchased in twos and put together to create a whole wall of storage.
9.2″D x 27.6″W x 74.8″H roughly 2.3 feet wide and 6.2 feet tall.
Pros:
- Sturdy
- Easy assembly
- Versatile use
- Beautiful design and look
- Anti toppling devices
Cons:
- The only con is not purchasing it.
- Seriously, many people have purchased 3 or 4 of them.
Yusong Tree Bookshelf, 9-Tier Floor Standing Bookcase
The book tree is a great option if you only have a few books or your don’t have a ton of space. Great option to have in the living room next to the couch so you can grab a book anytime and start reading.
The sturdy and durable book rack is made of P2 grade particleboard, and each wooden branch shelf holds up to 22 lbs.
All of the pieces that come in the shipment are marked with numbers making the assembly very easy and time saving.
You can purchase this book tree in 3 different colors. Rustic Brown, White, or Black. There are also different sizes depending on how big or little you need.
Product Dimensions:
14.96 x 8.17 x 58.7 inches Just under 5ft tall and weighs around 23.59 pounds.
Pros:
- Space saver
- Fits in any room
- Sturdy Design and High Quality Materials
- Easy to Assemble
- Fairly Light Weight
- Great customer service
Cons:
- If overloaded with books it will break
- Many had issues putting it together due to poor and defective material
Nathan James Theo 5-Shelf Modern Bookcase
This tall modern mount bookcase is perfect for smaller spaces. Perhaps next to the tv in the living room. You could mount one on each side to give your home that modern look and feel.
This bookshelf has an open case display for things such as collectibles, décor, and of course your books.
With 4.7 stars out of 5 and over 8000 reviews on Amazon, this is one if not the most popular shelf on the site.
The book Shelf weighs about 41 pounds and stands 6 ft tall.
The option for colors is almost endless, so no matter what room you are looking to furnish this book shelf is a great addition.
Pros:
- Floor Protectors
- Fits in small spaces.
- Versatile
- Assembly is fairly easy.
- Sturdy
Cons:
- Doesn’t hold a ton of weight, so if you have a lot of books, maybe try a bigger one.
- Assembly is easy, but some had issues getting the holes to line up for the screws.
Tribesigns 5-Tier Bookshelf Modern Bookcase
Here is another popular modern style ladder shelf that will beautify any room, allow for more storage space, and help keep things organized.
This shelf was made of thick particle board and a sturdy metal frame. Each Shelf capacity can hold up to 50 pounds. That is a lot of dang books!
Not only can it hold all of your books in a neat fashion, but you are able to decorate or place plants on the book shelf to make it more eye catching.
This 5 tiered shelf is one of the easier ones to assemble.
This product stand 4.6 ft tall and approximately 2 ft wide.
Pros:
- Easy assembly
- Fairly light weight
- Well built
- Aestecally pleasing.
Cons
- Much smaller than the picture makes it seem.
Wallniture Minori Wall Bookshelves for Living Room Decor
WE saved the best for last because of the price and the functionality. This floating shelf comes in a set of 3 and can add exta storage space to any room.
Typically these floating shelves are great for bedrooms, home offices and home libraries.
With its stylish design you don’t have to worry about it sticking out like a soar thumb.
Since the Minori is a floating shelf it is fastened to the studs in the walls which allows for improbable sturdiness
These shelves are about 3 ft wide and you are able to space them out however you’d like.
Pros:
- Wall mounted for sturdiness
- Great in any room
- Multi functional
- Easy instillation
- Stylish Design
- Holds a lot of weight
Cons
- Shelves have a hard time holding bigger books
Conclusion
- Rolanstar Bookshelf 5-Tier
- IRONCK BOOKCASES AND BOOKSHELVES TRIPLE WIDE 6 TIERS
- HOMBAZAAR 5-Tier Industrial Corner Bookshelf
- WALKER EDISON 2 SHELF INDUSTRIAL WOOD METAL BOOKCASE ( AMAZONS CHOICE)
- O&K FURNITURE Double Wide 6-Shelf Bookcase
- FOTOSOK 6 Tier Bookcase, S-Shaped Black Bookshelf,
- Yusong Tree Bookshelf, 9-Tier Floor Standing Bookcase
- Nathan James Theo 5-Shelf Modern Bookcase
- Tribesigns 5-Tier Bookshelf Modern Bookcase
- Wallniture Minori Wall Bookshelves for Living Room Decor