This table is ideal for my drawing needs. It is very sturdy, yet can be stored flat under a bed if need be. The keyboard shelf is perfect for my pencils and such. The desktop is actually 17" deep and 40" wide(I had seen conflicting dimensions online). The entire piece is solid pine- not one iota of plywood! No assembly other than folding out and lining up the legs with the top dowels. The shelf easily slides right into the guides. I researched for days; this is the best piece of it's kind for the money!