Top side was a lot thinner than I was expecting, not deep enough for writing comfortably on, more for putting accessories I would say. I should have been more careful with checking the measurements before purchasing. Add the fact that you have to drill some holes on your own only made assembly more difficult. Even after assembly, the desk was wobbly. Couldn't trust working with heavy books on this desk, so now I just leave it in the basement to put random things on. Also, the corners are very sharp, would recommend putting corner guards on them.