purchased the high gloss black for a 60 inch tv it completes the look.  Provides a nice balance  between tv and stand and the high gloss finish with the tv makes it appear as one unit.  the shelves are high enough for most accessories unless it is vertical, but there is room on the sides for taller items, but they will be behind hidden.

easy to assemble by myself, but make sure to protect the unit from scratches - too bad they don't put a protective plastic on it that can be taken off after assembly.