I like the shape of this desk and it is sturdy and easy to put together, but the finish on it looks and feels so cheap. Its a bit rough as if they just put one coat and forgot about it. All my other tables and desks are very smooth and polished. No visible grain either, so it is not attractive up close. From a distance it looks good. Also, it is unusually tall for a desk, which I'm not sure I like. It is a bit more squarish than other parson desks, which fills the corner space better. I still may return as i was disappointed in the quality of the finish.