This piece is the perfect addition to my doorway to hid all my family shoes away. Bigger shoes like mine or my husbands are a little flattened by the board inside, but to maximize the storage you have to put the board in. It’s not a deal breaker for things like sneakers and everyday shoes, but shoes like booties are harder to squeeze in. The piece is very sturdy despite how slim it is. Love the color, with the black and brown grain of the wood.