Okay, so I finally caved and bought this HOOBRO shelf after staring at it in my cart for weeks. Verdict? Zero regrets!

The assembly was shockingly easy – like 'IKEA but with clearer instructions' easy. Pro tip: don't fully tighten screws until all shelves are in place (learned that the hard way with my last shelf disaster). Had it built during one episode of The Office.

Using it in my tiny apartment bedroom as a hybrid bookshelf/plant display/vinyl storage thing. The rustic brown + black metal combo looks way more expensive than it is. My plants haven't tipped over yet (miracle) and it holds my growing record collection without wobbling.

Bonus points for versatility – I can totally see this working as a bathroom towel rack or kitchen spice organizer if I ever move. For the price? Absolute steal. Already planning to get another for my records when my collection outgrows this one (which, let's be real, will happen soon).

Only con? Wish it came in more colors. But hey, that's what spray paint is for!