I saw a table very similar to this one in a interior design magazine, however this table top is very detailed. The rim is bezeled and the table top is not smooth, so not recommended for writingor homework. The table has a rustic, industrial look to it which is what I liked about it. It can also be turned into a bar top table by spinning the table top, of course you can lock it in place at the height you prefer as well. Im very satisfied with my dinning table. Assembly was SUPER easy all you need is a drill.. Martin. Lockhart, TX. Fri Jun 26 2020