This table is everything I had hoped it would be and more. I read all the reviews before purchasing and worried a bit it might be a booger to put together but it went together in no time at all. I actually had no part in it as my husband was the one to put it together but it seemed like he did it with relative ease. I do recall him going and getting a power drill so maybe that helped the process but I never heard him curse so to me that means it was an overall positive experience for him. The top of the table has a worn grayish wood look to it which goes perfectly with our style of decor. Got the table on sale so really couldn't ask for anything more. Would highly recommend!