This is beautiful and is solid metal. Purchased along with the Grandera towel bar, towel ring, and robe hook for a bathroom remodel. We were looking for a towel bar and ring that have square edges so that the towels actually stay put - these fit the bill. The items are all lovely and high quality. The robe hook did not look like it would actually hold a towel or robe, but once installed we have found that it's a great design. It's really easy to change the roll on the paper holder - nothing to swing out of the way. That's good because the total cost was over $1,000. Yesterday I was at a local member-only warehouse that begins with C, and found a lovely set by Moen that included towel bar, towel ring, robe hook, and paper holder, also with square edges, that was $40 for the whole shebang. Yes, they were not solid metal (hollow square tubes), but were still brushed nickel, and seemed like they would last just fine. Soooo, maybe these accessories are a bit like jewelry - if you like the heavy feel of solid metal and don't mind the expense, they are great. If you are trying to remodel on a budget, here is a place where you can spend less and still end up with a good product.I love this holder but have now received two that we are unable to install. The screw supplied does not "catch"! The seller sent me a second which has the same problem. And Grohe technical support has still not called me back with the results of their "research".It's beautifulBought this and matching accessories to run with Grohe throughout in bathroom refit. Finest heavy-duty quality with a 5-year guarantee and looks great, but - ouch- the price! Suggest you look around for best prices, some items from the range are cheaper elsewhere. The pleasing weight of the TR holder also means it doesn't rattle through the wall when used.very good qualityGreat looking and due to smart cuts in base it is easy to get it levered rightGreat high quality productQuality product easy to fit.