I was looking for a small table for my 89-year-old father's assisted living home.  I was skeptical about purchasing an item like this on line.  I needed to be sure it was sturdy enough for him to lean on when getting up due to his unsteady balance!  It is a perfect height for him and is extremely safe, not to mention easy to assemble!Perfect for a small area!  I LOVE this item and would highly recommend to anyone!