This shelf is perfect for what I needed it for. I have a small cubby space that is my sewing nook and needed storage for sewing and craft supplies. It was a little plain for me and the knobs are a cheap plastic so I added some color and new knobs and I have to say I’m in love!!! The instructions were easy to read and I did the assembly by myself even though it said to use two people. It is laminated particle board basically but again for what I am using it for it’s not going to get heavy use by others so I am not concerned about it breaking. Can’t wait to get my chair and desk.