This is the second 53" bookcase that I've purchased in white. I used the first one for the upper part of a dining room hutch. It created a really nice addition to my dining room by placing it on top of 4 (upper) kitchen cabinets that I placed on a frame directly on the floor. Marble on top of the cabinets, then the bookcase on top of that arrangement made a great, modern hutch. I liked it so much I created another "L" shaped setup in our large master bedroom as a coffee bar and entertainment area. The shelves of this bookcase are very sturdy; 1" thick, making it quite attractive and strong. I expect it to last my entire life. The quality is that good;sadly enough, something you don't find very often anymore. Great job!