The desk itself seems sturdy after being put together. Will see how it holds up with use. However the instructions to put it together were not the best at all. Took some time to put together and thank goodness for my husband because I dont think I would be able to do it myself with the instructions being so bad. Also when opening of the box several pieces of the wood were very scuffed up and one piece had a chunk taken out of it. I will have to contact wayfair to see if there will be any compensation for the damage.