I purchased this table to replace an old wooden one that didn't match the new décor of the home we just bought. It was very well packaged and not too difficult to assemble. The table is quite sturdy and heavy, the top is thick, heavy, tempered glass. The only surprise was the height. We are using parsons chairs with it, and I feel as though I am a little kid sitting at the grown-ups' table. I should have paid more attention to the dimensions in the description. All in all it is a beautiful table that I think will last for a long time. It goes very well with the Christopher Night parsons chairs in cream.