I found that it's too easy to make the squares off-centered if you put it together without a level. I used vices to hold things square until the glue dried. The first time I put it together the squares were off center, so I took it apart and used the vices. Also, be sure to put it together on a flat hard surface. The 1st time I was on a rug, which may have made it easier to make things off-center.  It's sturdy, and looks pretty good. There are stickers to cover the hardware, but I haven't used them, so I'm not sure how well they are camouflaged.