I was looking for something to add to our entrance, put keys on, etc and thought this would be nice. It was a little higher than expected (I didn't measure it) but I absolutely love it. I chose the lighter color and it has a nice warm tone to it. I put it together myself and it took me about 4.5 hours. I usually assemble anything we buy but this was the most complex one I've done yet. It was easy though. Just make sure you lay everything out neatly, take your time--don't rush and are careful to avoid scratches and make sure you don't miss a step. Instructions were very clear and package was good but had a LOT of styrofoam which I guess I should have expected. Love this piece and feels great in our home. It made the living room feel more inviting for sure.