This is the perfect size for the space we are using it in.  I was not pleased with the quality of a couple of the boards -- flaws in 2 of them, but since we are using it in our garage I decided to keep it.  It is a very sturdy shoe rack.  I sit on it when putting on my shoes.  I tried to put it together, but it was too hard for me to turn the screws with the tool that was provided so had to ask my husband for help.