I was pleasantly surprised at the quality and beauty of this shelving unit. It's very sturdy, no fear of falling over (though it does come with a way to attach to the wall), and the metal doesn't look like metal.  What I love the most are the shelves--the beautiful wood finish and the fact that they don't feel like anything that will warp over time.  Would buy again if the need arises! I am using mine in a consignment store to display my jewelry.