This is an average width, but very "deep" quilt rack, thus accommodating thick quilts.  The wood was smooth and the stain rich looking.  Assembly was not difficult but involved more than I would have liked.  When assembled, the rack would not sit "square" on its 4 legs.  In trying to correct that situation, I applied slight pressure and actually split the wood.  The rack is very light weight, so despite its depth to accommodate thick blankets, its quality would not handle much weight without stressing the construction.  It is nice to look at but isn't sturdy or steady.  I now have a glued-together quilt rack that still doesn't sit square.  You get what you pay for.