I thought long and hard about purchasing this for my dining room. Finally, I ordered the table in Barnwood and it's a dark, espresso color with some light distressing. I'm sure the finishes vary greatly on these tables - that's part of the rustic appeal. It's heavy, seats 6 and is a nice looking table. Totally goes with the Farmhouse vibe that's popular right now. I paired mine with cream french chairs with rush seats as I like a mixed, eclectic look. For the price, it's a decent table. Should work just fine for me.