I couldn't be happier with this table. I was concerned that the metal would feel cheap and that it would be lightweight and flimsy but it looks great, feels solid and I'm tickled. The base is silver colored with black brushed over it so some of the silver metal shows through. I like that better than a flat black, it's not as harsh. A couple of weeks ago, I purchased black metal bookcases from Wayfair and this table looks great in the room with them. Not matchy matchy but they go together very well. Extra bonus - the table was a cinch to assemble. No squabbles at my house!