I have been a woodworker for years and was skeptical about this product at first. However, it turned out to be high quality doors that are easy to put together. The bar clamps were helpful in pulling it all together. It was easy to put together and it is very sturdy. I don't work for the company, but I like the product. Since the pine is able to take the stain with only a few spots, a minwax pre-stain conditioner would be a good choice.