Best value for the price!. The side is actually composed of metal instead of that polymer type, and although concerned about rust, its painted well and comes with a cover to avoid corrosion. The clear lava rocks come with the set. You have to spend considerably more to get stone ones that dont look cheap and this color works well in beach areas where the gray driftwood color and white marble base provide a brighter feel that you expect at the beach (plus its not absurdly hot in sweltering hear). It does contain spots near the rim if you want to set a beverage nearby. Overall very happy with our decision!