I've done a lot of shopping for a butcher bloch top island. I was so impressed with it that I bought one for my sons new apartment. The butcher block is absolutely gorgeous. I purchased some additional oil and it made the various wood colors pop. The shelves hold lots of things and the drawers hold plenty of spices and other cooking salts, etc. I did need an additional screw and bolt and the customer service from the company mailed it immediately and I had it in two days.