I wanted to small accent piece that could function as a desk on rare occasion.  I got the Oak finish.  The Stain truly looks like an old piece of furniture.  Looks just like the picture.  There are 2 posts just beneath the fold out desk that pull out to provide extra support for the desk.  The assembly was quick and easy......just have to attach the legs (maybe 8 screws or so).  Im not sure I would get this to be a desk that was heavily used.....but as an accent piece with a added desk function.....it's a winner.