So...I was planning on returning this item as it was not as wide as I had expected but after further thought, I decided to keep it.  It's currently placed in a spare room so I believe the unit will serve my purposes as it will be used very casually.  The reason for the low rating is mainly because of the way the shipping was handled.  I made a point to ensure someone would be at my house to receive the 75lb shipment, only to arrive home and see it sitting on my porch. The delivery person didn't knock nor ring the doorbell. I had to lug this massive box into the house solo.  I realize this is a personal problem but when the temperature is well below freezing and the effort was made to ensure someone was home, it's a bit annoying to know that it was for naught.  All that aside, I'm staying positive that this product will last me for a few years at least.