I love this desk.  The only issue i have is that the peices of "wood" that go around the edge (think of a picture frame framing the top of the desk) do not meet well in the corners.  I sent the first desk back because the gap was pretty noticeable.  The second desk came with a smaller gap in the same area.  I kept it.  The gap was at least not as big.  Another thing I don't like is the top of the desk is like writing on raw wood.  It isn't smooth.  You of course can remedy this buy  having something under your paper.  All in all i really like the desk.  the drawers work smoothly.  everything is perfect except the above.