I ordered this desk because of the low price, and I knew that it was particle board, which I usually avoid, but I really thought it would be okay since it is a desk.  Having spent several hours struggling to build it (it is heavy, yet delicate because of the cheap particle board), it is finally together and, unfortunately, the top drawer doesn't open and close without a fight and the bottom drawer is slightly off kilter.  I have a lot of experience putting "assembly required" furniture together and this desk, considering the time needed to assemble it, and the final product, is not even worth $50.