I bought this thinking I would use it more often as a desk when needed. I found that I actually don't use it much for a desk surface but as a TV stand and displayed straight. I have a very small living space and was able to buy a small, oversized TV table that I can slide under the open side and then slide my chair under that, which is awesome and lets me fit everything I need in a smaller area. I have not had any quality issues as of yet, which makes me happy!