After extensive research for an island butcher block table, I selected this one & am very pleased.[...] is exactly what I needed. I did have my handy man assemble it & he had no problems. I left off the hooks & placed the utensils in one of the drawers as I thought it would easy to catch on them...only a personal preference. I use it as a "transfer" station between my refrigerator & sink saving many steps back & forth. I did buy Butcher Block Conditioner to treat the top which I'm told will help keep it from scratching & staining. The drawers & bottom shelf are very handy. I couldn't be more pleased. It's a lovely addition to my kitchen!