Montessori Bookshelf- Front-Facing Bookshelf with Extra Storage

Overall, we like the design of the Dannico bookshelf. It holds a lot of books, and the lower rear storage area adds weight to the base, helping improve stability. A few areas could be improved: 1. Soft-close hinge: The soft-close feature only engages during the last inch of travel. While it prevents slamming, we’d prefer it to engage earlier for better finger safety. 2. Surface finish: The drawer bottom feels rougher than the rest of the bookshelf. More consistent finishing throughout would be appreciated. 3. Packaging: The heavy use of Styrofoam feels inconsistent with a sustainability-focused brand. 4. Assembly: Assembly was more difficult than expected. Some panels required significant force and hammering to fit properly. Overall, we like the product, but improvements in safety, finish quality, packaging, and assembly would better align with the company’s philosophy on safety and sustainability.

Impossinle to put together

Super functional bookcase! Well made materials, great customer service, and easy to put together. We love how there isn’t any hardware exposures from the sides which really elevates the piece. It’s such a good feeling to buy an American made product as well.