Lots of desk space. smooth surface for writing.  Assembly in 10 min. or less.  Top is not real wood; MDF? But 100% better than the old-school "Sauder" materials...actually now prefer it this way on this table since still atractive yet better price.  Spent hrs looking for desk with storage built in(files,drawers,etc) at price.  Prefer THIS, lots of desk space for daughters' homework and/or printer will just add file cabinet underneath.  $160 on waydayDeal...Best purchase yet; I would easily purchase again at a higher $200 price!