Very weak material, the wood came in the box shredded and slivering, also discolored. When you twist the legs in, if you go too far, even just the slightest bit, it starts to crack and sliver. I don't think it's going to last very long, a few heavy pairs of shoes seems like it's going to break a shelf. Very cheaply made. The one in the picture looks much more sturdy. The pictures I attached are from day 1 of the rack, BRAND NEW, just after I assembled it and put shoes on it.