I know you get what you pay for and this table was very reasonably priced but the finish on the wood is pretty terrible. The underside was marked and the top is not varnished, feels rough and already looks super scratched. If this wasnt going in a corner just to be convenient for a mug of tea or coffee I would definitely be returning it. As it is so hidden it isnt worth that hassle. Its easy to make and for its size I think its as sturdy as can be expected.