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We've joined the old-world charm of wrought iron with contemporary functionality to create our Iron Folding Bookshelf. Designed to our specifications for economical, attractive storage of books, magazines, tchotchkes, plants, canisters and cookbooks, or toiletries and cosmetics, our Bookshelf is an unbeatable value. Made of cast iron with an attractive, neutral pewter finish, each Bookshelf is pre-assembled - no tools are required. Easy to transport and store, it folds flat when not in use. Fold one out to create a wealth of storage space in the den, library, dorm room, kitchen, bath, or bedroom. For outdoor use, apply a coating of a protective sealer.
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4-Shelf Iron Folding Bookshelf is rated
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Rated 5 out of
5 by
SarahS64 from
Easy to transport and set upI was looking for a bookshelf I could easily install by myself - this was perfect! It’s sturdy and looks great.
Date published: 2019-04-19
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Chanzie from
I love this bookcaseI did not go to the Container store to buy a bookcase. But, when I saw this one, I instantly wanted it! It was the perfect size, height, and design for me. I bought one, and liked it so much, I ended up coming back a couple weeks later and buying another one! I like it's size and how easily portable it is if I want to move it to another location. It's well built and designed. Very happy with both of mine!
Date published: 2019-02-20
Rated 5 out of
5 by
jetson59 from
Awesome BookshelfMy husband and I have purchased 6 of these bookshelves in the past 12 months: three 6-shelf units and three 4-shelf units. We simply love them! They coordinate with any decor. We wish there were a 6 foot horizontal version for my she-shed I'm starting to plan. His 'man-cave' is using 4 of our bookshelves. We made a very smart purchase!
Date published: 2018-12-28
Rated 5 out of
5 by
DIYNana45 from
Transportable, versatile.I had one idea for its use as a bookcase, but bought another when I wanted an extra, open pantry.
Date published: 2018-11-29
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Cinzers from
classy and sturdyThis bookcase is folding so there is no assembly. It is high quality and looks great with almost any decor.
Date published: 2018-09-19
Rated 5 out of
5 by
LAME from
Sturdy and quick set upWorks great for my plants outside on the patio. Can’t speak to it being rust proof as I just set up a few days ago.
Date published: 2018-07-26
Rated 5 out of
5 by
RosebudTX from
No "cons"I love this shelf. We have it in the bathroom of our guest house to hold towels, baskets with TP, hairdryer etc. I put a tray on the top so people can set their beauty/bath products on it (otherwise some smaller items may slip between the slats, or tip). It fits with almost any decor. It's sturdy yet easy to store or move. Super practical while looking good. Love it.
Date published: 2017-11-06
Rated 5 out of
5 by
yolym from
A Really Useful and Versatile BookshelfThe Bookshelf is well-made and can be placed almost anywhere in a home. I opted to use it next to Kitchen to place and display in dining area often-used cooking and serving items, thus releasing space in cabinets for the rest in Kitchen. Just nice, and the iron-look is more "classy" than I really expected.
Date published: 2016-12-16
Rated 5 out of
5 by
QH2000 from
Attractive, functional and sturdy.I loved the 6-shelf version so much, I bought two of the 4-shelf versions.
Date published: 2016-11-07
Rated 5 out of
5 by
MNGinger from
Great purchaseVery heavy duty, quality shelf unit. Sturdy and attractive, and very well priced for the quality.
Date published: 2016-10-03
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Kasey01 from
Awesome ShelvingI have purchased 4 of the tall collapsable shelves 2 for my daughter and two for me. I have purchased 3 of the 4 shelf shelves; 1 for my daughter and the last one just yesterday for me! They fit any style, are very sturdy, and expanded my shelving space for my extensive book collection. If there were a 3 shelf version I would likely buy it as well!
Date published: 2016-08-21
Rated 5 out of
5 by
GAGirl from
Great shelfBought this for an apartment and it works great. Recently moved into a new place and this was one of the easiest items to move and set up. Very sturdy and yet easy to fold and carry.
Date published: 2016-05-23
Rated 5 out of
5 by
PHYSIC from
Make a house a home!I own 2 of the 4 shelf units, two of the 6 shelf, and the TV stand which I have my convection oven and microwave sitting on top. One 4 shelf I put on top of my glass table to make a hutch. The others I have my kitchen small appliances. These great looking units make my 300 sq.ft. abode a home.
Date published: 2016-05-21
Rated 5 out of
5 by
FastOrganizer from
Versitile Quick SturdyHad to get back of deep closet organized quickly, yet make things easy to access. This did the trick in a flash. Unfolds & ready to go. Was able to do the entire chore in less than one hour. Nice piece that would look great in open room.
Would be nice if this wider style was made in a deeper shelf as well, say 18".
Date published: 2016-05-14
Rated 5 out of
5 by
JenBoston from
Study and sleekMy dresser was messy and crowded so I decided to find a shelf to slip into a corner of my bedroom. This shelf is sturdy, well-constructed and looks good too. There is NO assembly required...the best part! Plus, there are feet that screw into the bottom. My floor is not quite even so I can adjust the feet so there shelf does not wobble AT ALL. Worth the money and can be used anywhere should I decide to repurpose in the future.
Date published: 2016-03-18
Rated 5 out of
5 by
stagemanager from
Perfect AdditionI have a small apartment and this is the perfect addition! I can store binders, files, and make a nice work station that will stay organized. Big enough for 3 ring binders, printer, and all of my office supplies! (trust me that is saying something) Love it and the entire Iron Folding line!
Date published: 2015-09-21
Rated 2 out of
5 by
Rosewords from
Quality not what it used to beUntil this week, I would have given this folding bookcase 5 stars. I drove to Atlanta to purchase my third one, but upon removing it from the cardboard carton at home, I realized how much this item has been changed. A very rough finish now and in a darker color. Sloppy welds and seams with sharp edges. I can't begin to tell you how disappointed I am. I love the style, which looks great in many settings. But the current quality is very mediocre. I guess I could return it, but that would require another special trip to Atlanta -- the closest Container Store.
Date published: 2015-09-21
Rated 5 out of
5 by
cfATX from
Beautifully strong and understatedThis is my fourth iron folding shelf, each in a different size, and I'll keep buying more whenever I find another practical use!
The surface is a beautiful matte gray, a little rough to the touch but unlikely to snag. The profile is very straight and uniform, so it tucks into snug spaces easily. And the self-leveling feet are a great solution for anyone suffering from Old House Syndrome.
I also love the railing a few inches up on each shelf, which keeps items from falling off and disappearing.
Assembly couldn't be easier (tip: fold the top shelf down first).
These pair really well with the water hyacinth bins. The medium is the perfect depth, and two smalls fit side-by-side on a shelf.
The only downside of this size bookcase is the weight. The iron is slim but sturdy and a bit heavy. Out of the box, it's folded flat and has rails to grab, making it easier to handle, but it was still awkward carrying this up stairs and around tight corners. Once in place, it's still easy to move.
Note to Container Store: I really miss the discontinued iron folding media cases! The narrower depth was very practical in some situations and isn't just for CDs and DVDs.
Date published: 2015-06-14
Rated 5 out of
5 by
scatola from
simple, elegant, perfectThe bookcase is a gem of low tech functionality in my office. Extends desk space. Using it for everything from printer space, to storing office supplies, manuals. Has reduced my sense of clutter. And I know I can rearrange things on it easily or even store it for later use somewhere else at a later date. LOVE IT.
Date published: 2015-06-10
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Mandeville from
Worth itWas looking for a bookshelf for family member, found this and am pleased how easy it was to assemble and how it looks. Have someone else wanting one. So will be back :-)
Date published: 2015-03-16
Rated 5 out of
5 by
AuntyJ from
Attractive Yet UnobtrusiveWe don't like bulky wood dressers. Instead we use three of these wrought iron folding bookcases for our clothing. The shelves look very nice lined up and spaced about two feet apart, along one (bedroom) wall. Our clothing is neatly folded and fits perfectly on the shelves. Looks good and it's easy to immediately find each article of clothing.
Date published: 2015-03-16
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Everygirl452 from
Best Shelf Ever!This book shelf is the best. It is sturdy, looks great, and it holds many things for organization. The bookcase is easy to assembly, even for me, I'm NOT a "do it yourself" person. I placed order online for pick-up at a store location. The pick-up was easy. There is pick-up parking near the entrance at the location for ease and convenience. They provide free carry-out service to your vehicle which was easier for me. Overall, this product is great. It provided optimal space and organization for my room. I was so impressed by the product I bought the matching TV media center and media rack for DVD's/blu-ray.
Date published: 2014-07-11
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Natalya from
Used for storing CD's and even audio cassettesSeveral of container store products for records fit the width of these shelves perfectly, as shown on the photo.
Date published: 2014-05-05
Rated 5 out of
5 by
MsTaurus from
Strong & Svelte!This bookcase holds dozens of heavy textbooks attractively. It fits into small spaces and is unbelievably easy to assemble. It also levels well, which is another plus for an uneven floor.
Date published: 2014-04-27
Rated 5 out of
5 by
GatorGirl98 from
perfect bookcaseThis was exactly what I expected out of a bookcase. Reasonably priced. Well made, sturdy, holds all the books I need it to hold.
Date published: 2014-03-14
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Rara103 from
Great addition to bathroomNeeded storage for towels and supplies that was easy to grab and sturdy because my husband is disabled. Shelves are strong and look great. Friends all think they are very nice.
Date published: 2013-09-17
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Sassykeez from
Great but!This was exactly what I was looking for! I ordered two and was able to place one in front of the other to extend it!! It was also very, very easy to assemble and very sturdy!
Date published: 2013-09-07
Rated 4 out of
5 by
mansfieldmom from
Bought this for my college-age daughterMy daughter moved into a house her senior year of college and needed furniture. Since she isn't living in a dorm this year she needed a set of bookshelves to hold all her books. She studies law and political science so these are not small books. The shelves look like they are made with sturdy metal. They are a dark gray, a nice neutral color. You can set them up in about a minute. About the only thing you have to do is screw in the feet at the bottom. She loaded all her reference books for two foreign languages, law and poly sci and had two more shelves left. I think it was a good deal. Very portable since it folds flat.
Date published: 2013-08-26
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Trisher50 from
A must have...Best bookcase ever!! Love the color, ease to set up & sturdiness!! I bought two and want more.
Date published: 2013-07-22
Rated 5 out of
5 by
Catdaddy from
Stylish & sturdyBought 2 of these in early 2013 - a tall one and a 4-shelf one. Love them. Just unwrap them, recycle the packaging, and place them. Spacious, look good against wood floors, and hold plenty of decorative items and books. They don't sag and feel sturdy and well-made. I have spent hours "assembling" shelving units that cost as much, and wish I had investigated these years ago. Both boxes easily fit in my small SUV-style car.
Would this product work in a large bathroom for towel/toiletries storage?
Asked by: KayeI
Yes, in a large bathroom this would work.
Answered by: QH2000
Date published: 2016-11-07
How high is the space between each shelf?
Asked by: nanzablue
11-1/2 inches to allow you to do the shelving. The measurement I got with a good tape measure is 11-3/4, but it would require scraping the top to enter a book, etc.
Answered by: Kasey01
Date published: 2020-07-22
Looking to store my shoe boxes in clear boxes on bookshelf
I am looking for feedback if anyone has used this bookshelf to store the clear shoe boxes sold my Container Store.
I have tried many "shoe rack" products and with all the shoes I need something more. I have a shoe hanger over the door and 2 others hanging in my small walk in closet, I need to actually put this in my room, so looking for something that could be as neat as possible---
Asked by: StacyBP
You'd have to measure the depth of your shoe boxes to the depth of the bookcase. I think that's a great idea for shoes!
Answered by: DIYNana45
Date published: 2020-06-23
Exactly what coating is used on iron folding shelving?
Dear sir or Madam,
I read that your folding iron shelving has a pewter color. Is it an actual pewter coating? What coating is actually used (plastic, powder coat, etc.)?
Thank you,
Bruce Herman
Asked by: BAHZEUS
Powder coat. Nothing cheap about the appearance.
Answered by: MsCreative
Date published: 2019-08-23
Can casters be put on this product?
Asked by: lsad
I don't believe so, since it has feet.
Answered by: DIYNana45
Date published: 2018-11-29
is it possible to remove a shelf from Iron folding bookshelf?
Asked by: Print
No.
Answered by: DIYNana45
Date published: 2019-01-05
Will record albums fit on the shelves?
Asked by: stevlor
YES
Answered by: PHYSIC
Date published: 2018-04-21
How does this fold?
Asked by: TODM
You lift up the shelves and swing the sides inward. Very simple.
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