I really like this table! The wood is a medium softness... yes it makes little dents fairly easy but it’s not painted so it doesn’t look “scruffy” or anything... it looks like a charming little wood table. The height is fabulous - My 5 (almost 6 year old) boy, and 3 year old sit and do everything at this table. They can eat meals with full size placemats and room to spare... they both play play doh and color and there is plenty of workspace for them both at the same time. We’ve had this table just shy of a year... it survived a move cross country and still no need to tighten anything... there’s been no wobbles. Really happy with this purchase!