This table is absolutely gorgeous! It's wood grain finish and push pins trailing around the edges gives it the look that says,  " I'm everything you need!"  I know this sounds rehearsed,  but this is a beautiful dining table.  Now,  originally I wanted the standard but it was sold out,  so I chose what was available which is this 36". It does sit higher than a standard.  I'm 5'6 and it comes up to my waist so make sure you get the bar stools, the standard will be too low for eating.   This is a quality piece and heavy duty. Not a light table at all.  My wife loves it!