This is a very sturdy piece of furniture.  If you are up close, you can tell that it is manufactured wood but it really is a good value for the price.  Ours came with a ding in the top and because it is not really wood there is no way to fix that.  The ding is not noticeable enough for me to go through the hassle of returning or exchanging it.  The minor damage is the only reason I didn't give it 5 stars.