This shelf makes a beautiful addition to my home office. I thought initially that it's a little shaky for my taste, but once I've settled on a location I may anchor it to the wall... "may" since my two 16lb cats have jumped up to the third shelf already and it barely moves. It's a heavy piece of furniture, looks great, and the price is perfect. My only suggestion is to check the tall sides as you put together, to make sure the holes for the back crossbars are on the same side!