This tv stand is exactly what we were looking for. It took my husband about two hours to put together and he had no issues with the assembly. Looks great with our 49 in. tv and heats our basement well, which is about 500 sq ft. The bricks on the inside of the fireplace are not very realistic, but you don't notice unless it's turned off and you are up close to them. The color is off-white, almost pale yellow if you compare it to something that is bright white, and it has some very slight distressing, which looks great with the rest of our furniture. Would definitely recommend!