This is a really nice table. My husband assembled it in about 1/2 hour. Very sturdy. The top is not solid black - it's a beautiful dark wood grain. It looks black from a distance, but up close it's a really beautiful wood grain. The bottom platform is small enough that it does not interfere with legs or ankles and is actually a nice place to rest your feet. Perfect size for 4 people. Very nice, Wayfair.