First delivery - base was cracked. Accepted second delivery two weeks later. The table is a rustic distressed black which works with our decor. It seems like a sturdy wood. The joint in the middle of the table is not flush - it has a lip on it. It didn't bother us bad enough to return. There was a splintered off piece of wood on the leaf that showed the light wood underneath. I'll have to ask J & M about a leaf replacement. The delivery installers were in a hurry to set up the table and leave so I didn't get to take photos of the leaf to submit.