Needed a more narrow shelf to fit in a tight space and this got the job done. The assembly took some finesse as the metal pieces were prone to bending if mishandled (which will likely happen until you get the hang of how it goes). Otherwise, it handles a good amount of weight - I have a 5 gallon water cooler bottle and cleaners on the bottom shelf. I'd order again if I needed additional, non-aesthetic, shelving for the same space.