I was originally looking for something bespoke, but when I got a few quotes, I decided to look for something solid, stable and good-looking as an alternative. Following some lengthy looking around online, I came across this bookcase and after reading the various reviews was prompted to purchase them. My order actually arrived ahead of the anticipated arrival date, which was a bonus. They are extremely sturdy and solid bookcases, which I found ideal as my library includes some very hefty tomes (it helps that the shelves are deep and high). It took me about 3.5 hours to assemble two of these bad boys on my own, but I am really thrilled with how they look. In a word: chuffed.