I have over 500 DVD/Blu-rays and I wanted to get away from those wire racks and get something more elegant. This is exactly what I was looking for! It took my husband and I about 45 minutes to put it together (without power tools, and we have no special building skills). It is sturdy and looks amazing! My only concern is that there is a 1/2 inch gap between the shelves and the backing. I'm not sure if that will be an issue over time.The Back panel is cardboard.