I was nervous to buy a product without any reviews, but so glad I did. It arrived promptly (the day before thanksgiving, right when I needed it). The photo on the listing does not do it justice. It is really stunning and half the price of similar tables, especially for an 8 foot table. We got the cinnamon, which looks so more red and glossy in that terrible picture. It is a lighter, warm, medium brown. It has a lovely handscraped texture, but I wouldn't call it distressed. The finish is matte, without a shine, which I love. We've only had one meal on it so can't say how it will hold up, but I didn't see any scratches from plates. It's solid wood, feels very sturdy and doesn't wobble. Highly recommend if you're looking for a farmtable.