Very happy with this desk. Solid construction and simple to put together (my 17yo daughter did it by herself). Beautiful ash-grey color. The finish doesn't feel like cheap veneer like on so many other desks at this price point. The desk is sturdy, and even though it is classified as a "writing desk", it is 24" deep which gives it more surface area than most other writing desks. Shortly after I received it, I ordered the matching bookcase. Highly recommend.