I am happy with this table. To me, it feels a touch rustic, but my home style isn't rustic, and I think it works well with other types of casual decor. It will definitely tip over if you sit on an edge that doesn't have a leg directly under it. I haven't had any trouble with my 2 or 4 year old knocking it over though. It's sturdy enough to put a fair amount of pressure on it. The surface is a little uneven, due to the wood texture, so it wouldn't be great for kids' writing/coloring.