Using InterMetro Shelving?

[J Cubed]

Has anyone here used Metro or InterMetro shelving for an entertainment center? The Container Store is having a sale at the moment. I've used them for server racks at my old job, but I wonder if there are any issues with using them for home theater components: acoustic, electric, or other?

I've looked at regular TV stands and such, but I want something that's customizable and cool looking. I would probably go with the three foot posts and 18" x 54" shelves, preferably in black. I'd use three shelves, from top to bottom:

• solid or wire - Panasonic Viera 46" TV, bookshelf speakers
• wire - center speaker, game consoles
• wire - Pioneer VSX-1019AH-K, TiVo HD XL

I'm also considering less wide shelves, with small wing shelves for the side speakers. Does anyone have any experience to share?

 

[WaynePflughaupt]

I've used them for server racks at my old job, but I wonder if there are any issues with using them for home theater components: acoustic, electric, or other?

Not electrical, acoustic or whatever, but the feet on a component will drop through the holes, so it's hard to turn the equipment around to access the back. Since it won't easily slide as it would on a regular shelf, you have to physically lift and turn the gear. If you're like me and stack several pieces on top of each other, it could all be a bit heavy to maneuver.

Regards,
Wayne A. Pflughaupt