How is the back finished? In our usage it would show.
1742923
The back is finished just like the sides, so you can use it free-standing. That's what we do.
1742924
The back is a single panel (made of who knows what?) finished in exactly the same finish as the rest of the piece, so having the back in view should not be a problem.
617256
The back is finished. The desk is completely presentable from any side. We did not experience any problem with alignment.
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
1692347
The back is somewhat finished. Parts of the back are pressed wood/cardboard, but they do match the finish.
675098
It would be a lot easier just to paint any unfinished back area with black paint. I don't think you can turn the pieces around. There isn't a lot of solid panels in the back any way , so why not just paint what ever you want to look finished?
399693
No, the backside is not finished. Also, the center part of the hutch is stained cardboard, which makes it warp a little with humidity. Huh, now that I see the other answers, it looks like you're not getting a clear picture of what the back looks like. Without pulling it away from the way (it's heavy), I can't tell you absolutely what it looks like. My husband just said definitely it's not finished. Hmm. Good luck with this.
350010
Yes the back is finished, but unless you have a petite frame and small behind you are going to find it very uncomfortable. It's the perfect size for my granddaughter. Keep the measurements first.
2201772
I know you asked about this nine months ago, but I recently purchased this cart, and just saw your question tonight. If you still want to know, yes, the back of the cart is finished. I'm very happy with it.
399694
The back is just a cardboard panel that get nailed in. The finished wood look is actually on the inside of the shelves and the back is black. I guess you could reverse this piece so the finished side is facing out, but still just cardboard, not wood.
875
It is finished so you can show the back. I suggest you put a glass or plexi top on it because the wood is soft. That is my one and only complaint about the desk.
2026113
The back is a more solid pressed wood/particle board and is inset into the back- it does not just nail on and hold the whole thing together.
1987241
Yes it is finished. Not the same raised panels as on the cabinet doors, but a smooth polished flat back with the same training and two vertical risers.
1958330
The back is finished, but it has 2 boards that have to be nailed onto the back (small nails). If you used a black marker to hide the heads it would look OK I believe. Mine is sitting in the middle of the living room (bought it for my daughter but her house isn't ready yet) & I never noticed it until I actually LOOKED at it.
1765015
The back is thick cardboard. The front side (the side that you will see if you open drawers and in the exposed spaces) is "finished" - it matches the color of the unit. The back side of the cardboard is not.
328486
The back is finished but has openings for T.V. cable use. Very well made piece of furniture but only looks good with back up against a wall or window. We were very, very pleased with this piece.
1810179
There is a back. It's completely closed with the exception of the front slots.
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.