I like the desk and the shipping was on time. I did have a problem when putting the desk together, though. The second (middle) shelf splintered when I was screwing bolts in on the left side and the right side. I didn't expect this to happen as I wasn't rough with the item and I expected the pure wood to hold up better. I don't know if there is a way to have the middle shelf replaced. It is not badly damaged, but is splintered and rough / sharp to the touch.