This shelf was exactly what I was looking for. The size is perfect for my available wall space and it has a minimal footprint. I needed some shelf space for cookbooks and jars. This is working out great. My hubby said it was easy to assemble. He did it by himself. The black  brown industrial design matches several other pieces that I already have, so it fits in well. It sits very solidly. It does not feel that it would tip over at all, although it does come with wall straps.