Overall I am very pleased with the sideboard. The mahogany color is a lot darker than the photo but I like it. The gold knobs and pull handles are dark also...not the lighter gold in the photo. It is extremely sturdy and heavy when assembled and the style is great for a mid-century look if you can't afford an original. I wouldn't recommend this for families because the wood does scratch easily (which I found out quickly unfortunately). I have a flat screen TV on top and you're able to hide the wires through the back and keep it tidy. So far I am really enjoying this piece!