I've been looking for a lift-top table to do puzzles on, and most don't have the surface area for a larger puzzle.  THIS ONE DOES!  Yes, there are hinges in the middle of the tabletop, but I don't really think that will be an issue because there is plenty of space.  The quality is better than expected for the price point, and the color is spot on to the photos.  When we first opened the box, we were concerned that the grey washed top was dirty or discolored.  We quickly realized this is intentional and adds to the aged wood effect.  We love it.

I will say that the assembly instructions were not great.  I can see people getting very confused and frustrated.  Hubby and I grabbed some adult beverages, a whole lot of patience, and tried to think like our engineer son - it worked!  Hint - if the holes don't line up STOP.  You have something wrong.  Go for logic rather than trying to figure out the picture in the instructions.  It will all work out.