I ordered this item in black & was really looking forward to enjoying it. I had a prime spot prepared to showcase the item in my dining room and I was happy that all reviews said it was easy to assemble. Unfortunately, while assembling the base, the screw went through the panel. Because it is the base and the foundation for the item, I had to throw it away. I'm not sure if the material was too thin OR if the screw was too heavy. I wish I could have recovered it somehow. I was so disappointed.