The only problem I had with this was that it did have a chip in it but thankfully it turned out to be on the back so you can't see it now that it is put together.  Very nice looking, heavy weight.  Nice addition at a great price.  It was way more expensive everywhere else I found it.  My husband said it was very easy to put together.  I am honestly not even using it as a bookcase but as a closet tower in my kids room.  Definitely recommend!!!