The product itself is very nice and sturdy; the coloring of the wood was not what I expected, a little darker and more distressed but overall very nice. The reason for the 3-star rating was due to having NO instructions in the box, it was easy to figure out, stickers on the corresponding pieces and looking at the pictures online. Also, I have some minor scratches and a small ding on the legs; I am looking at them as added character.