It sits very low to the floor. So much that our coffee table seems obtrusive now, in front of this TV stand. (I’m now on the hunt for a low profile coffee table) It has a “simple” look, but hoping once the rest of our room comes together it will look better. Assembly was moderately easy but instructions had some errors. We were able to figure it out though. I ordered the oak one, and the finish is a bit different than what I expected. The photos look smooth and glossy, but it has texture and is matte. Also slightly more rustic than I wished. (This would not apply for the black or white versions) the faux wood, while not comparable to solid real wood, still has a high quality and fairly natural appearance.