First off, let me just say this towel rack has been a lifesaver in my tiny bathroom. No more soggy towels draped over doors or piled on the floor - the three-tier design gives everything its own space to breathe.

The assembly was surprisingly painless. I'm usually all thumbs with these things, but even I had it put together in under 15 minutes. The included tools were a nice touch, though I did have to be gentle when tightening the screws to avoid bending the bars.

What really surprised me was how sturdy this thing feels once assembled. The metal frame has some serious heft to it - I've knocked into it several times (oops) and it hasn't budged an inch. The wooden shelf at the bottom is perfect for storing extra rolls of toilet paper or small bathroom essentials.

I've since bought a second one for my living room to display my growing collection of cozy throws. It adds such a nice rustic touch to the space while keeping blankets accessible but off the couch. The matte black finish looks way more expensive than what I paid.

The only minor gripe? It's not as tall as I expected from the product photos. But honestly, that works better in my space - it tucks perfectly under my existing towel bar without crowding the room.