That's what I get for not thoroughly researching the specifics of this item.  Bought it for a coffee cart, but once put together (a bit of a struggle for this gal) realized the intended shelf didn't have enough space for the coffee pot (photo).  Wouldn't fit (or be safe) on the other shelves either.  So... I took the top half off, and am left with the bottom half only.  Doesn't look awful, but I am rather crushed that I didn't prepare properly.  Very nice unit, despite my error.