We really like this table.  I read in other comments that the tiles aren't really tiles, but some people said they looked like real tiles, so I took a chance.  They do look like real tiles.  The table was not hard to assemble, but you do need a second person to hold the lift part up when you're attaching it.  The lift top works well and is easy to lift & put back down.  The table looks really nice and it's so much easier than working on my computer on a regular coffee table.  Plus, there's a lot of room inside for storage.  Definitely glad I found and purchased this table.