The product is lovely.  It is strong, nicely painted.  The directions need some clarification. I caused some damage the first time I assembled it, and needed to take it apart and reassemble.  First, assemble it in a horizontal position on a protected floor.  BE SURE, that a FINISHED EDGE faces up so you can see it and FINALLY, pay attention with the direction arrows for putting in the "plugs (small/then longer black pieces)" that hold the shelves in place. The first few plugs are pushed into the shelf pieces from one direction and then the last few plugs must be pushed in from the opposite side.  This is how I caused damage, so beware. When assembled, it is a very nice, heavy duty cube bookcase.