If you were hesitating to order such an expensive piece of furniture without seeing it in person, don’t. This piece is extremely strong and sturdy. The quality is amazing. The reclaimed wood top is beautiful. I would agree with other reviewers and suggest a glass too to protect it. I was able to put it together by myself in 30-40 minuets (40 yr old female). The only complaint I have is the color online is different in person. It was more of a cream and gray whitewash than the white in the picture. Please forgive the bareness of the desk in the picture. We just moved into a new construction house and have a lot of decorating and painting to do yet.