This hutch arrived in three boxes. The buffet's box was a mess - styrofoam was all in pieces. The side piece's veneer was chipped, corners of the bottom piece were scuffed. The hutch was slightly better, but the corners of the top were rubbed and scuffed.The top was fine - I purchased the stainless one. I did not return because I bought it to paint and distress, but would be very disappointed if that were not the plan.