I absolutely LOVE this coffee table! It has just the right amount of rustic while still maintaining a polished look. Mine looks just like the display picture. It did have a few scratches on the top, but I'm pretty sure they were intentional because it adds to the rustic feel of it. My husband was impressed with how sturdy the product was. Also, I read some reviews that said that this was hard to put together. I put mine together all by myself! It's true, a drill certainly came in handy because the screws had to literally be screwed into the wood without having pre-drilled holes, but I think that's what makes it so sturdy! As long as you have a drill or aren't afraid to put a little elbow grease into it, the assembly is easy-peasy! Overall, great quality and great look for a great price!