I love the feel of the wood. It’s nice and sturdy (not too difficult to build you will need some upper body strength to secure the shelf on the bottom), I am on the fence of staining this piece, I appreciate the unfinished tone of the wood so I can ultimately choose what stain would fit my home the best. This small console table is the perfect size for this awkward space I had. 10/10 will recommend. Quality is there for the price.