Overall I’m really happy with the fireplace. I love the ambiance it adds to the room. The assembly instructions were very clear and organized. I did read in previous reviews about parts not lining up exactly right so I was very careful to make sure the pieces were lined up all throughout the assembly process. Even so, the top “brick” piece doesn’t sit flush with the side pieces beneath it. It’s probably an easy fix to fill the little gap with some white caulk, though. The mantle color is what I would describe as a dark walnut which makes me happy because it matches our floors perfectly. Mine came with inserts for crystals and logs so we can change it as we see fit, which is nice. I would recommend this product, for sure.