I was looking for a glass top table so my living room wouldn't look crowded.  This fit the bill.  I would give an 8 out 10 for the assembly process.  It went well but I did have to use a little force for the last connection.  The color is not black but a very dark bronze which I feel looks richer than a solid black color.  All in all I think this was a great value.  I would definitely recommend it.