The color and grain of the wood look different from the picture.  I thought it clashed with the kitchen floor and granite counter top, so I was thinking of painting it black.  But my husband says it looks fine.  The black 'grout' matched our black cabinets, he says.  Other than the color and grain of the wood, I think it is a great buy.   I was going to buy another one but I can't find it on the website anymore. It was the perfect depth and length for our kitchen.