Unique chalkboard and works great in our kitchen. I bought it to use for writing a weekly scripture verse for our family to read. The chalkboard material isn't like the old fashioned chalkboard material you may be used to using, but it still works fine. I would have given it 5 stars if the chalkboard material was a little better. I used a wet chalkboard pen that easily washes off with a wet paper towel on other chalkboard surfaces, but for this one I noticed I need to use a soapy wet paper towel to really get the chalk off. Overall, its a really fun and unique piece that complements our space well & I would recommend purchasing.