I was actually swayed into buying this based on previous reviews, and I’m really glad I listened. This piece is a very good quality for the price. It’s the perfect size for the entryway and is pretty much exactly what I’ve been looking for since we moved in. Combined with the storage bench now we’ve got a place for the dog leashes, shoes, mail, keys, winter hats and gloves, tools, etc. It was actually pretty difficult to put together—which I didn’t expect because the design is quite simple. Both pieces are very sturdy, but lightweight enough that hanging the shelf was not a major ordeal. I’m not sure how it looks in white and wood finish, but we got it in black and it’s great. I highly recommend each piece, either together or on their own.