Love this stand! It was hard to find solid wood in our price range, so I was happy to find this one. The compromise is some plastic hardware in the drawers, but you can't see it when the drawer is open and they seem sturdy and open/close smoothly. Also the back is not solid wood, but no one sees that. I agree with some reviews that the pine is very soft, but it should be fine if you assemble and move with care. Great piece for the price. Notice in the pic, my book is laying down, it doesn't fit standing up, so be sure to measure the shelving holes if you want to put books there.