I thought this was solid wood when I ordered it, found it wasn't when I opened the box. Was disappointed at first because of this but should have known because the price was so fair. Putting it together by myself took 5 hours - but I'm a first time assembler. All-in-all it was worth it. It looks very nice in my home, I do not use it much and the drawer feels inexpensive - doesn't seem like a piece that will last for generations - but i see myself having it for the next 5-10 years.