Ok-so at first I thought the glass wouldve been broken in shipping-but it wasnt! Then after opening the box I thought I had been shorted one light. Again, I wasnt! They had actually included an extra light!! Another thing to note is there are a TON of the screw in dowels and, if not for having help I never wouldve gotten through it! You dont want to use a drill because you can over torque it but a little hand one works ok. Do also note that while screwing them in the pain will come up a little but its ok once the screw is in. I do also appreciate the way the directions read. They show you exactly what part of the desk you are working on because there are a LOT of pieces!! My husband and I worked on the bottom piece for ever and stopped for the night. I will post a picture of the finished product after we do the top. Overall I would say it is a sturdy piece and looks like a gem! I cant wait to give it to my daughter!!