This is a beautiful piece that looks great in my room. Easy to put together. However, it did have several flaws. One piece had an area where the paint was chipped (visible). The paint on the center piece was cracked on the seam. One piece had a crack in the wood(it is hidden behind other pieces so it's not noticeable). There is a gap on the left side which will require caulk to seal. One of the screws was stripped. Despite all of these things, it still looks great, it is solidly constructed and it functions well. But this is not a piece for you if you are a perfectionist, or if you are unwilling to adjust the imperfections. Disappointed, but still pleased with the piece.