While the design and material (wood) of this product are great, the quality was very poor. The finish was very poor. I was really excited to have a nice easel (rather than a plastic toy looking one) but for the price, I was pretty disappointed. However, I didn't return it since it was right before christmas and a main gift for my 6 year old daughter. She was thrilled with the gift and uses the dry erase side almost daily to write notes, play school, and draw pictures. She could care less about the finish. I was just disappointed I paid so much for a low quality product but she does love it. Also, I wish that one of the sides were magnetic.