Sealed backs behind the cubes stop books toppling out when this low unit stands free in a room rather than against a wall, and a drawer 9 x 9.5 x 3.5 in inside takes the small items that would otherwise clutter the shelves. The top surface holds 110 lbs, each shelf 22 lbs and the drawer 11 lbs. At 24 x 12 x 21 in and 24 lbs, it doubles as a side table beside a sofa or a bench under a window. Natural engineered wood keeps the tone light; assembly is required.