Is the back wood finish or paper board? I'm looking for something that can face out into the room.
65717
The main part is wood finish however where the computer tower goes it is paper board but it would still look nice if it was facing out in the room.
5475
Not real wood but nice look and finish. I have 2 side by side. Built one in reverse and they show great
399691
It is finished on the back side except where the draws are at the ends is it is cardboard but it does look like the finished wood I think it would look fine out in the open as long as you don't have children/pets that will fall into it or bump into it and push in the cardboard in cause once the cardboard is popped out it doesn't go back together right
1071513
I believe it is pressed board. I bought mine in 2013. I just took a shelf out to check and the short edges that you don't see are unfinished and show that they are pressed board. I couldn't tell about the rest of the boards, but I looked inside the holes for the metal pegs on the vertical side boards that hold the shelving; it looks like those might be pressed board as well. I'm not certain, however. But the grain of the wood and quality of this product is very good--not like some other kits for shelving that I have. The outer pieces all look like real solid wood--no edge is unfinished that I can see (can't check underneath now). The only complaint I have is the backing, which is a rather flimsy thin piece made to look like wood (typical in bookshelf kits). But it is inset slightly (nicely designed), with the top and side boards extending slightly out and a (pressed board) thick, finished horizontal cross piece in the middle to help brace the back; if you have this against a wall, it really doesn't matter about the backing. The hardware seems sturdy (shelving pegs, for example, are metal, not plastic). Overall, I am really satisfied with this purchase and would recommend it to anyone that would like some nicer shelving kits for storage.
675096
I put it together 4 years ago. The left side with the door, the back was made of that hard cardboard, I don't think it will finish well. the desk is against two corners so I can't see the back.Sorry.
913307
Yes it is wood and it is very easy to put together. It is small though (which is what I wanted anyway) so really nice for a shabby chic room that does not have a lot of space. The black marks are supposed to be there to give it the shabby look and although they appear to be mechanically done it works on the finish. Cheers!
812496
It is finished wood. I like the customer service. My table was damaged in shipping shipping and the seller replaced it without problems. Just take pictures of the box if it is damaged before you open it
1331339
The sides and back are thin pieces of pressed board that slide into place. They match the rest, but aren't used for stability. The frame, drawer fronts and top are solid.
1493848
It has a finished look, but is actually a cardboard with wood laminate appearance.The whole unit has held up well for me since I wrote the review.
585452
The side behind the file drawer is thin finished particle board. It is tacked on with small nails. Not too noticeable. Looks good.
1998752
I don't know. It's sort of a thin Formica-like veneer over some sort of pressed wood, I'd imagine. The boards that form the sides, top, bottom and shelves are fairly thick and heavy. Very heavy. The 'beadboard' piece that forms the back is very thin, comes folded -- it looks nice but is not what I'd call 'wood.' That said I am very happy with these pieces. I ended up buying 14 of them to do a total makeover in my basement craft room and office and it's been a year now; they are perfect for my needs and very roomy and sturdy. Whatever they may be made of.
1184505
It's at home right now, and it's been a while since I put it together, but I believe it was wood. It was very heavy and solid...well made. Cheap mirror, but I expected it to be, and the kids don't care. :-)
657646
Not laminate or wood, more like a veneer? Good night stand. Would recommend. I have it in my guest room and purchased headboard. Looks great!
1692348
The back is somewhat finished, but the wall behind the cupboard for the stack is pressboard with a veneer finish. It has cut outs for the wires, and as we have ours in a corner, it doesn't show. We went with the largest cutout, which leaves the space wide open for air circulation. I wouldn't want it visible, as it is not a nice view with the back of the stack and all of the wires showing. The rest of the desk is tidy but not as finished as the outward facing area, where the chair goes.
948009
The back of the deck is finished in the same manner as the rest of the desk. The hutch that sits on the back has aback that is finished but it doesn't appear to be wood. I think it would look fine if the back was exposed to the room. We had no difficulty with the shipment or (minor) assembly of this desk and it looks nice in the nook it is in. It does not get daily use, just a nice repository for the laptop and miscellaneous paperwork.
1513658
Black part has I believe laminated paper. White parts are painted wood. Stripe section of door and back side are cardboard... If you get a few drops here and there, no big deal... Heavy steam or soakings, might reduce life of cabinet.
2135430
The back is made out of wood, its the same color, but is much thinner material. The back has visible screws. I have mine against a wall, I would not use it where the back can be seen.