Can an open bookcase work as a room divider?

Open-back bookcases can absolutely serve as room dividers when positioned back-to-back or against each other, but for stability they must be anchored together at the top and secured to the floor using earthquake straps or the manufacturer's joinery hardware. Freestanding divider setups require the units to be mechanically linked. FindOfficeFurniture.com can walk you through a safe room-divider bookcase configuration — call 888-719-4960.