This crate is exactly what we hoped it would be. It is much sturdier than we expected based on reviews we had read. The finish is great. We ordered a large for a 36 pound dog and it is not too big for him. He loves it. We put a big comfy bed in the bottom of the crate and he snuggles into that and is happy and takes a nap. The crate looks great in our living room, too! Really happy with this purchase.