I have a small house and found that it was made smaller every time we came home and dumped backpacks, purses, and shoes as we entered. There was no good place for these things as we used them daily but putting them in our rooms every day just wasn't happening. I liked this shelf and it's price. It was easy to put together and it holds a great deal. I have not secured it to the wall yet and it does move a little when I remove a heavy item like my mom purse but it is also on carpeting and I didn't attach the rubber feet. This is perfect for my needs, it fits right behind the door and has made my life a lot easier and more organized!