This a VERY rustic piece! Much more rustic than appears in picture. I ordered it in the black finish and it has very rough texture and the distressing is actually a little "over done".  It is so overdone, that I am planning on painting over some of the "distressed" markings (which actually look like someone peeled staining off with tape!).  It is also very "uniform" distressing so it looks almost calculated and patterned than giving the illusion of a piece that has been distressed over time. The rustic motif even runs into the actually functionality of the piece.  We had to sand down the interior of the drawers so it wouldn't snag our clothes.  A good liner paper might work as well.  You can definitely tell that it is pine!  It still has a strong "wood" odor LOL!  It IS very sturdy and well made and I am sure will last for years!  It is definitely a good value for the money though!  All in all...I am pleased with the product.  

Pros: Great piece for the money
Cons: TOO rustic!