I ordered the end table and oval coffee table from this company for a house at the beach. They arrived quickly and were very well packed. I stained them a transparent grey using a can of stain I had on hand that we had previously used on our outdoor decking. It took two coats with a minor amount of sanding in between coats. I stained the parts prior to my husband putting the pieces together. The results are amazing. If you are on the fence about purchasing, do not hesitate. The wood is very heavy and the pieces are well made. It does need to be painted or stained, but what an inexpensive way to get a custom look!