Ok, so this is not the highest quality materials, but I am assuming that you want a value. With that context, this is an A+ product. I purchased 2 for a new apartment (one for each kid). I purchased them because I liked the "swivel" design that allows me to make adjustments for layout of each room - this product did EXACTLY that! One kid has the "L" shape with the bookcase separating 2 areas of the room. The other kid likes the bookshelf against the wall. Great. The material is compressed fiber board - so it is not too heavy; I was able to assembly the entire thing myself and move it around easily. I am assuming my kids are going to grow out of these in 5-7 years - so I didn't want to pay thousands of dollars for a "name brand" bookcase and desk. The white finish is pretty thin and easily scratches, but again, these are for my kids for homework so I don't want to be upset if they spill or get pen ink on them. Note: the bookcase does not go flush to the wall when the desk and bookcase are in a straight line. I don't mind, but I thought I had that option. It's just a note for shoppers looking for the straight line configuration. Environmentalists will want to be aware that these items are shipped in styrofoam... one day the world will outlaw styrofoam, but until then, here we are. I am very happy with this purchase.