Sauder Dakota Pass 5-Shelf Bookcase Rustic Bookshelf, in Char Pine

I bought my first one of these shelves a few years ago & wanted to buy a second one as soon as I could afford it, but they kept going out of stock or the price would go up exorbitantly -- or I didn't have the $ when it was available for a good price. Finally, I found it again -- when I had money -- for under $200. Seriously, if you find this for less than $200, BUY IT. That's as good as it's going to get, pricewise, and this shelf in the Char Pine finish can be wicked hard to find.I love this big bookshelf SO MUCH. The finish, Char Pine, is so nice. The shelf has nice features such as feet, a lip on the shelves, so they look really thick -- and the top & sides of the front are made to look thicker too. I love a bookshelf like this that looks more substantial.The directions are good & have some funny little notes to be cute. There is some weirdness (at step 5, I think) where the picture doesn't really go with what you're looking at, but just slow down & reason it out. For me, it was easier to complete that step looking at the back side of that side instead of the inside part of that side. The paragraph will only make sense if you're looking at the directions, sorry. I left this part for anyone referring back.I'm a tiny lady in my early 60s & I got most of this done by myself. However, I couldn't get the bottom & the fixed shelf in without a helper to squeeze the sides together while I tightened the cam screws. So, I do recommend a helper -- plus it will save you so much time.Like most things with a cardboard back, the cardboard piece they give you for the back seems to leave some gaps as if it's not cut straight or something -- so be very careful when you get to that part. You may find, like I did, that lining it up on one part, leaves a gap in another part -- if you try to leave no gaps, you won't be able to put a nail into the wood in a at least a couple of sections. Be prepared with maybe some black duct tape (I used clear packing tape, but it doesn't stick to this surface very well).That said, I gave this bookshelf 5 stars because I really do love it, If I had the space, I'd buy a couple more of them. They look gorgeous & hold a lot of books.

Bookshelf is gorgeous!! Very sturdy & heavy. Easy to put together & perfect for books and decor ! Love it and will order another.

This bookshelf is nice and sturdy.I do love this collection. I also have the chest/dresser. All parts were in the box and packaging was in good condition. The only complaint I have is with the labeling of parts. The instructions do correspond with alphabet label stickers but More than half of the parts were not labeled at all !!This made putting the bookshelf together a slight challenge. I did have to take some parts off and correct the placement because of this. Luckily it all worked out. Whomever does this job should pay more attention and do better. I did not have this issue with the dresser. Otherwise I’m happy with this item and would recommend it at this time. I’ve only had it for about an hour but I can see it lasting pretty well.

Recently moved, and this bookcase has the perfect size and look for creating my dream home library. It was easy to put together, and holds all 9 bins of my books!! We paired the 3 bookcases with an older one to make a complete wall!I love the Rustic look of it.The only complaint was all 3 boxes came damaged. The ends were ripped open, 2 were missing hardware, and security straps.. which most likely happened in the delivery truck. The 3rd had 5 cracked and damaged pieces. Sauder was prompt and efficient in getting the replacement parts out to us as quickly as possible. After a 2 day delay for parts.. our library is completed!

It's a bookshelf that certainly takes some time to put together, and that's okay, but don't expect this to be as simple as your typical IKEA setup. Still, it's not the most complicated thing to put together if you can follow instructions.However, one comment I must make about this product is just how HEAVY it is. I've already thrown away the box, but I feel like the package stated the weight was ~97 pounds (definitely in the 90-100 lb range). Moving it from my doorstep to my living room and subsequent room wasn't "terrible", but having someone else around to help with the lifting is certainly advisable.This isn't too big a deal when assembling the bookshelf, but it can become a bit hairy when it comes time to stand it up wherever you're placing it, and I also highly recommend using the wall attachment it comes with as this thing falling over with nothing else on it is definitely going to injure somebody.The weight does mean it feels very sturdy, and will last some time, though don't be mislead into thinking this bookshelf is solid wood. Some parts of it are solid wood (the sides that hold the shelves), but the majority of it is compressed woodchips that is supposed to be recycled wood. I like the idea of the recycled wood, but I also greatly love solid wood products, though I didn't want to spend the money for one, so here we are.That's to say, I'm not complaining about the compressed woodchip material of the bookshelf, just letting you know it's something to be aware of.Otherwise, it's a bookshelf that functions great for what I wanted of a bookshelf, and that's to be a place to hold books and other objects I have lying around my place.I hope this helps you out in your purchasing decision.

I ordered 3 of the bookcases in the Craftsmen Oak Finish, truly realistic looking! I had no missing parts, no broken pieces and super clear instructions for putting together. Had them together in about 3 hours, after you do one the others are easy. And I'm a 5' 112 lb. woman. If I can do....anyone can. AND MADE IN THE U.S.A. ( and very important, follow instructions when it says time for nachos....)

I love the way the 'charred pine' is dark but has a red hue in it too. Looks really good and it's very solid too. I would DEFINITELY buy this again but I would make sure there's someone who can help me carry this. It isn't light!!

This unit is pretty well built by a USA company, I used wood glue as well and the unit is rock solid and sturdy, looks very good and professional

This was just what I was looking for to store my books. It is nicely finished.

The back of the unit is cardboard that comes folded and unfortunately because of that, when placing it on the rest of the assembled unit with the supplied nails it keeps the form of the folds, so looks poor with the warped back.

Cette bibliothèque complète mes meubles de salon Dakota Pass et je suis très contente