As one of the other reviewers mentioned, the top of this table is not flat and level. If you run your hand over it you feel dips and waves in the surface. It also didn't sit level on my wood floor and wobbled like tables sometimes do at restaurants...causing the diner to slip a wad of paper under one of the legs. If you have carpet or a rug you probably won't notice. When looking at the top close-up parts do look like a printed wood pattern, it's not gaudy or extreme but was a bit disappointing. Sitting back and looking at this table it is quite attractive, heavy and solid. Just not the greatest functionally. I decided to return it. Despite being large and heavy, the return shipping only cost $12, which was a relief.