I use these for DVD storage in the corners of the home theater. They seem sturdy enough and were easy to assemble. There are holes in the top shelf underneath for screwing to the walls in a corner. Not solid wood but then don't cost what solid wood does. Got what I expected for the price. Hard to complain but the finish could be a little better. I can see the laminate in the shelves. Glad they are black and in a blacked out home theater room.