Not quite what I expected...
The seller/artist was very good about responding to my inquiries because the delivery was very delayed.  Unfortunately the product did not match my expectations.  The "blackboard" is just painted wood with paint.  I will need to apply some black vinyl in order to use the chalkboard for the purpose for which I purchased it.<br /><br />I did request that it be distressed, but it was very rough.  All the other items I own that are "Shabby Chic" are properly finished without rough edges unlike this piece.  I did ask it a small lip could be added so I could place "chalk" at the bottom of the board.  That was done, but the quality was very rough.<br /><br />I liked to design in the picture, but the actual product was a disappointment.  I saw the product on another website for half the price and I suppose that it was priced appropriately for the quality.  At some point I will have someone finish this piece.<br /><br />Sometimes it works out great with Amazon, but not always.
Rating: 2 stars