Beautiful sturdy table. My friend purchased this table.when I saw his, I thought it perfect for my home as well. His table top didn't have "distressed" look, I  was surprised when I saw it on top of mine. On closer look @ his, the middle & bottom  shelves are "distressed finish " I think the wood is beautiful and would have preferred regular finish. So, 4 stars due to an artistic finish I think takes away from the natural beauty of the wood.