I was so surprised when my husband and I opened the boxes and found real solid wood. This media center is shear piece of furniture and looks exactly like.the picture and the price is awesome. I research several websites before I settle the 	Wayfaring and the price was a fantastic deal. Not only did use it for DVDs and CDs; I also used for VHS tapes I refuse to throw away. all I can say is elegant. Thanks Wayfaring.