For the price, this can't be beat. Putting it together was done by my boyfriend, and it took him about half an hour. Would have taken myself waaaay longer. The finished product is simple, and seems quite sturdy. It is currently supporting a very small lightweight lamp and a large 42" flatscreen. It is inexpensive, but doesn't look like cheap particle board. It doesn't look like it should be $500 plus, but for the price I got it (comfortably under $100), it was a really great deal. Highly recommended.