This is our second desk of this make and model. The first one lasted 12+ years before the "wood grain" started wearing off from the computer mouse. This newest purchase is slightly different. Side panels are metal, instead of wood (particle board). And the wheels are smaller, and cheaper. I do understand design changes through the years...but why is quality slowly chipped away? Still a great desk, design, size, etc. for our needs. I would recommend it.