I purchased this table b/c it is hard to find an affordable yet durable kitchen table on a pedestal. I like the leaf whereby you can add or reduce space as needed.   This table is OVAL when expanded. That is important to note for space purposes and if you have a round tablecloth.  It is round when the leaf is removed. Also, note that this table is off-white, not white.  Once placed against my stark white brand new kitchen cabinets, this is not a white table and I may paint it so it doesn't look so off.