This item was our "first ever" order from wayfair. After hunting locally for hours and even more hours at other online stores, I measured and re-measured and reviewed and reviewed this item. Still held my breath until it arrived. The delivery people were amazing! They helped my husband unbox and carry the vanity inside and waited until we had thoroughly checked it out. Hubby made a couple adjustments to the back to fit exactly where we needed it and we added our own backsplash. It looks amazing in our guest bathroom. Very functional AND beautiful finish. I do plan to add a clear coat as a precaution but don't believe it is necessary. I'm 65 and expect this piece to last the remainder of my lifetime.