Not sure why anyone would describe this as sturdy unless there are two different products being shipped. What I received was laminate veneer with dings on the corners already, that I would hesitate to out even a single book on before I anchored it to the wall. After loading a shelf with books, it already was sagging in the middle a bit. Most importantly, the holes were drilled so large that the screws went all the way through to the board underneath without stopping. I had to artificially back them out to the proper depth so I could still out the covers on them. Completely shoddy work in the manufacturing unit. 

This is a unit I would expect to pay 99 for in a Rite Aid store. The design is nice, but scratches with almost fingernail pressure. If you are good with all of the above, then this is for you!