For the price, these tables have a lot to be desired. First of all - putting these together with the picture-only directions (no words) was doable but time consuming. It also involved gluing pieces together which makes it less desirable than other constructed furniture we have. After assembly, there is visible light coming through the bottom of the front drawers since they are not solid with the framing. The edges of the top are rough corners and in places show unfinished surface (we got black so it shows. The top surface is shiny and grainy. Overall, we'll keep them to use them as side tables in the basement, but if they were returnable, I'd opt for a more quality table for the price.  I gave up solid oak end tables to go with a more modern look, but I had hoped for a more quality side table than I received.