Goods:
/The back panel is in multiple pieces retained by rabbits and screw in retainer clips. It is much sturdier than the cardboard backer you get on most furniture that just nails to the back
/The panels seem to be particle board laminated on an MDF core which means the screws should hold better and be less liable to strip out.
/Easy to assemble/ the structure is largely held together by your standard mix of dowels and half turn retainers with matching screw anchors that anyone whos built something like this will be familiar with. A couple pieces actually use large bolts which should provide a lot of strength, though they are used in places where that strength is fairly inconsequential.
/Adequately strong shelves with adjustable shelving pins on all three shelves
/sliding door hardware and tracks are decent quality and keep the doors in line nicely
/Well packaged with particle board ends and thick cardboard wall protectors ensured no damage to the product in transit despite visible damage to box
Others:
/Theres a floating cross support in the middle back panel. Not sure why it isnt just one piece unless it was due to packaging limitations but there should have been consideration for having this piece secure to the inner walls with hardware.
/Only one hole for cables on the lower middle section and no holes in the rear panel of the sides behind the sliding doors meaning youre either going to have to reserve electronics for the main cavity and top level or drill your own
/the only hole in the central cavity is at the very top and the middle shelf has no hole for routing cables up from the bottom. You can snake the cables behind the shelf but this puts stress on the back which has the aformentioned floating support making this a weak spot. While the lack of holes for cords gives the back a cleaner look without anything inside, it means theres a mess of cables coming up the back of the central cavity behind the shelf negating this advantage. If I had designed it, each cavity would have holes for cords in an inconspicuous location and there would also be a hole top and bottom in the central cavity.
/the cover up stickers dont match the finish very well, though this is barely noticeable on the finished product since they are largely out of sight.
/dowel holes are fairly loose, but this doesnt affect structural stability. Also it says to glue the pin in on both side in the directions. This wont buy you much if anything aside from an inability to disassemble it without damaging the piece should you have to move. Glue them in on one side only, youll be fine.
Bottom line, great quality for the price, cable management solutions are not great without modification. Overall appearance and construction is great and I would recommend this product. Doesnt compete with real hardwood furniture in terms of strength and durability but that shouldnt be expected. Compared to other diy furniture, its the best Ive seen.
Better than expected for cheap DIY furniture
Goods: /The back panel is in multiple pieces retained by rabbits and screw in retainer clips. It is much sturdier than the cardboard backer you get on most furniture that just nails to the back /The panels seem to be particle board laminated on an MDF core which means the screws should hold better and be less liable to strip out. /Easy to assemble/ the structure is largely held together by your standard mix of dowels and half turn retainers with matching screw anchors that anyone whos built something like this will be familiar with. A couple pieces actually use large bolts which should provide a lot of strength, though they are used in places where that strength is fairly inconsequential. /Adequately strong shelves with adjustable shelving pins on all three shelves /sliding door hardware and tracks are decent quality and keep the doors in line nicely /Well packaged with particle board ends and thick cardboard wall protectors ensured no damage to the product in transit despite visible damage to box Others: /Theres a floating cross support in the middle back panel. Not sure why it isnt just one piece unless it was due to packaging limitations but there should have been consideration for having this piece secure to the inner walls with hardware. /Only one hole for cables on the lower middle section and no holes in the rear panel of the sides behind the sliding doors meaning youre either going to have to reserve electronics for the main cavity and top level or drill your own /the only hole in the central cavity is at the very top and the middle shelf has no hole for routing cables up from the bottom. You can snake the cables behind the shelf but this puts stress on the back which has the aformentioned floating support making this a weak spot. While the lack of holes for cords gives the back a cleaner look without anything inside, it means theres a mess of cables coming up the back of the central cavity behind the shelf negating this advantage. If I had designed it, each cavity would have holes for cords in an inconspicuous location and there would also be a hole top and bottom in the central cavity. /the cover up stickers dont match the finish very well, though this is barely noticeable on the finished product since they are largely out of sight. /dowel holes are fairly loose, but this doesnt affect structural stability. Also it says to glue the pin in on both side in the directions. This wont buy you much if anything aside from an inability to disassemble it without damaging the piece should you have to move. Glue them in on one side only, youll be fine. Bottom line, great quality for the price, cable management solutions are not great without modification. Overall appearance and construction is great and I would recommend this product. Doesnt compete with real hardwood furniture in terms of strength and durability but that shouldnt be expected. Compared to other diy furniture, its the best Ive seen.