I was getting tired of trying to guess which coat rack would be best, so I just picked this one on a whim. But it actually turned out pretty good. The wood is a handsome dark finish, and it has been very sturdy so far—even with over a dozen coats hung on it. Since we have kids, the lower hooks are incredibly helpful. My one issue is that some of the hooks didn't attach completely to the base, and so they're a bit crooked, though you would never notice since it's always covered with coats.