This is a nice rack. I had been looking for something similar for months, and finally decided that although this one doesn't have exactly the design I wanted, I would order it for now until I find something I like better. It was fairly easy to put together. I do wish it were just a few inches taller, but I knew that before I ordered it. The slats on the shelves are way too flimsy to put anything (besides cookbooks) on. I am planning on having a piece of glass cut to lay on the top shelf. Overall, for the price, it is a nice piece.