I really like this little table and actually would give it a five, but then you might think it is some kind of special pice of furniture and exceptionally well made. It is great for what it is and perfect for an end table I needed to go with a mid-century style sofa and room look. Nothing fancy, just simple and exactly what I thought it would be. Yes, it is a big more on the gray scale than brown, and that's what I wanted.