Yes, it is absolutely sturdy and the color is pure white. The problem is the size. These are huge compared to most wall shelves, and bc it goes specifically in a corner--you want to have similar geometric shelving nearby. Problem is, every geometric shelf I have seen similar to this is much smaller in size, and definitely in depth. Result: IT PAIRS WITH NOTHING. Trust me, I have searched high and low, and purchased at least 2 other geometric sets from other companies that did not work with this one (I used them in other parts of the house). THIS set does not complement anything. good luck.