We got this crate for our new puppy and it’s very well made. Very sturdy, solid materials, easy assembly, and the latch mechanisms work smoothly. I did add a few small felt pads to the base where the door closes to help keep it from having any noise of wood touch wood when the door closes (don’t want to wake the sleeping puppy!) but that was a simple and easy add on. Just a personal preference thing, wasn’t necessary by any means. Bottom of the crate is black, but still looks nice. Fits a puppy pad or soft bedding material well. Great purchase...highly recommend!