I have had this table for over a year now, and it looks great in the space.  Pros:  Great looking.  CONS:  TOP SCRATCHES VERY EASILY, and there is no known way to repair scratches on this surface, except to lay a custom piece of glass over the top.  To make it look good, I periodically "polish" it with Pledge or Liquid Gold, as it looks thirsty in places, and the top finish is not even looking.  A placemat will leave an etch on the top surface; using Pledge removes it.  But still, the scratching problem is a huge issue.  We do not have children, but you have to be careful not to slide a dish along the tabletop or you will ruin it.