I wanted this as a bookcase, but I love that I  can use it as a tv stand by turning it on its side. Mine is a grayish color with a tan, woven mat style as the back of the two larger openings. I had my teen grandson come and assemble the bookcase for me and it only took him two and a half hours. (Using an electric screw driver.) I like the neutral gray color because it looks good anywhere in my house.