This arbor was a great price compared to similar arbors at the big box stores.  The arbor looks great and is well built for my use.  I attached it to an existing entrance to my garden which really defines the opening.  Attaching it to the fence makes it very steady without having to try and install the provided stakes for stability.  I cannot speak to the utility of the provided stakes which look like they would be difficult to install in hard ground and would only support the bottom of the arbor.  After almost a year the arbor still looks perfect despite the hot southern CA desert sun beating on it daily.