Love the style, very solid.  No issue with damage and have not had a great deal of trouble cleaning the ridge around the edge.  It is definitely very dark, almost black, but we knew that from other reviews.  Also purchased the Colborne Sideboard and plan to purchase the Calila Gentlemans Chest and dark Peppers large curio Cabinet for additional storage.  We purchased the Kulpmont gray hand-braided rug and weathered gray cross-back chairs. We comfortably seat 8 and the chair tuck under the ends just fine.  We could easily seat 10 without the extension. Plan to use 4 chairs on each side and a bench on each end when we use the extension, that way we can comfortably seat 12. Will post a picture once it is all put together.