I ordered the product to use in a guest bedroom and my original intentions were to sand it and stain it an antique white color.  I have not done that yet however the product looks great in its original state.  My husband uses that  room to do business on the weekends too and he loves the desk!  I was afraid it was going to be too small or way too big and its perfect!  its very heavy, easy to put together and the writing surface is huge!  I have added a lamp, 3 books, a pen holder and coaster!  Even with the laptop on the desk there is so much room left!  I love it!