I had originlly purchased this item to put my DVD player and cable box on below the TV...but there are other products better suited for that purpose. But, it was so good looking that I wanted to keep it so I found another use for it. Now I use this shelf to hold my laptop out of they way and off my desk in my office when re-charging the battery or when I'm not using it. I had it mounted in the corner so the cut off corners of the glass shelf is perfect for not scuffing the wall as it swivels slightly. It is also very good looking when my computer is not on it. Great design.