After reading all of the reviews I decided to go with this DVD stand.  It took me 45 minutes to put together (almost) by myself (but I am 7 12 months pregnant, husband did lifting cause it is nice and heavy)  Very nice design, very solid and sturdy.  The reviews were all correct 1) it is darker than the picture shows (but a nice deep cherry).  2) No matter how you arrange the shelves you will only get about 240 standard DVDs on the shelves. 3) It is very sturdy and for the price, is a great bargain. 4) Very easy to put together and the instructions we very easy to understand.  I gave it a 5 star because the reviews were accurate, and thus got what I expected (if not more)