Though the item is basically as described, I expected higher quality. The edges of the veneer look very susceptible to damage, which is what usually happens with this type of furniture. The BBF Joletta matching desk is somewhat better, but lower quality than I had hoped also. Directions for assembly are HORRIBLE also--screws and certain parts not labeled, no printed directions, only minimal images. You can figure it out, but why should you have to? It added significant time and hassle to the process.