I like this table, it is particle board start to finish but is relatively inexpensive, looks good and is very sturdy. However when you first open the box you will likely think you made a big mistake. It looks like 40 sticks thrown together and while assembly was not all that difficult it was time consuming, about two solid hours, and not a beginners project. The directions have no text, only pictures, and they are not very detailed making it easier to make mistakes. No complaints with finished project but I would not buy again if I was the one who had to assemble it.