Substandard construction, but effective. The size is perfect, the desk and stool are sturdy. What I didn't like, but can live with, the legs have a paper on them for the wood grain look. The paper feels loose is some areas. The pegs to keep the draws in do not stay put. I will probably make this a craft project to enhance. Still trying to figure out how to get the pegs to stay in without gluing them. Overall, I am happy with the desk, it is cute, fits the space perfectly, and was easy to put together.