The size of this is perfect for my small apartment. The quality is also extremely good, with real, unstained wood. I haven't painted it or chosen a stain yet because I really liked the soft color of the natural wood. It's held up to months and months of my kid pulling on the door (I installed a magnetic child safety latch) trying to get it open. I store the odds and ends I need near my front door, like dog bags, flea medication, envelopes, mail, etc. I was able to assemble it by myself, no problem.