I ordered this after a long search for a relatively small coffee table with a shelf and drawers.  I have a small cottage home with lots of creams, whites and pale blue accents.  I ordered the gray it I think its perfect. It has a very neutral tone. I did not need any tools to assemble it.  The top and drawers ship as one unit, the legs and the shelf simply screw into place.  It was very easy to assemble and took less than 15 minutes.  I have had it for approx. 1 month now and have been very happy.  No complaints.  I have a 2 1/2 yr. old who climbs and a husband who can be quite rough with the furniture, its sturdy enough to handle both of them.  The price is incredible.  You won't find anything of a better value.