I was disappointed with the color, but my fault, I should have paid closer attention when ordering. You can see the wood design in the pictures if you look closely. It is a weathered white (light gray overall appearance) rather than true white that I was going for. My husband put it together and mis- interpreted the drawings instructions (no written instructions). Had to take it apart and reassemble! Sturdy for the low price. Decided if I dont grow to like the color it will just go into another room that needs a bookshelf.