Perfect for what we needed- a cheap rack for extra kitchen storage (some pans, dog food, cookbooks, wine, etc). It is real pine, but it's planked so it's not a solid slab. This should hold up over use. We are pleasantly surprised so far with this piece. We know it's not a $1500 shelving unit so we don't expect it to last forever. Super easy set up.  Not happy about early delivery though- and FedEx leaving the box out in rain and snow for two days before we were able to get home and unbox. Because of this, there was some bleeding from the wood stain and some humidity issues.