I gave the table three stars because while they are beautiful and rustic with the real wood that is slightly rough with a gorgeous design, one table arrived damaged. The packaging was horrible! The table base was wrapped in foam wrap and covered with crumpled up paper.  Naturally, the base was broken. The wood looked like it was slightly rotten by the coloration. Maybe that's why it was weak. I returned it for a replacement. Once the return is made I'm sure I will love the result. It is a great size and height for a bedside table. It compliments my cottage decor nicely.