I read all 40 product reviews on this site before I ordered and so I was under no illusion that the assembly would be a breeze, though I had no reservations about the appearance and the quality of the console table. I even printed out two sets of reviewer comments referring to some mistake(s) in the assembly instructions so my boyfriend and I could familiarize ourselves for the task that lied before us. First, let me say that my faith in the reviewers' comments about the quality and appearance of the product was well placed: the console table is simply beautiful after it's been assembled. But the process was painful, to say the least. It took my boyfriend a total of 2.5 hours the first evening to put it together and then another hour of redoing the drawer slides/rails the next morning. And that's WITH the benefit of advance warnings from reviewers about mistakes in the manufacturer's instructions. The bottomline is this: When you get towards the end of the assembly instructions where they start talking about how the drawer slides should be fitted into the empty compartment for the drawers, just know that the left and right slides as pictured and described in the instructions are reversed. Once you reverse the left and right drawer slides (doing the opposite of what's instructed), then the drawers will go in (and pull out) properly. Again, I'm referring to the slides THAT GO INSIDE THE EMPTY COMPARTMENT THAT HOUSES THE DRAWERS. Two reviewers here commented on problems with the instructions except that they didn't include the specifics. I would still recommend this console table despite the sloppy instructions. Good luck and enjoy this rich, beautiful console table, especially at such an incredible price!

I'm a single gal. This table took me 6+ hours to put together. While the end product looks nice, I was about ready to throw this hunk of wood out the window by the time I was done. I don't have an electric screwdriver. I have three manual screwdrivers. I had to use all of them. My hand hurts like hell, and the screwdrivers are all so worn out now that they are practically non-functional.... the metal on all three is stripped. Plus, I find the locking dowel mechanisms a true pain. The huge, heavy wood piece on top will not stay on, no matter how many times I tighten the dowels. I got a pretty good deal on this piece, but would have considered paying someone $100 to spend the six hours building this thing. If you're single and don't have a friend to help you, think twice about buying this thing.

Perfect. What more can I say? I needed a stand for my flat screen and this was the perfect size, style and color. You're probably apprehensive about ordering over the Internet. Don't be. I can't imagine you will be disappointed with this piece. A few words to the wise. Yes, as others have stated, it takes awhile to put together (3 hours for me and I'm really good at stuff like that) but the directions are laid out great. Some of the hardware can be difficult to install. Just be sure to have a medium sized standard screwdriver as well as a Phillips. I know they say the Phillips works but I found the standard makes it much easier for most. Also, you have to attach the drawer slides yourself and there are no pre-drilled holes for this. Make sure you take your time with this because it's the very last step and after 3 hours you want to just be done, but it will make or break how the table looks. Oh and in case you're wondering, my flat screen is a 46" with a super-thin bezel and it looks great on this table. I would think a 40" and a 52" would look great too, although the 52" will probably hang over the sides. Anything larger than 52" and I would say this is not the table for you. (Or you can trade me TV's and let me worry about finding the right size table! Haha!) Good luck!

It is a nice looking piece of furniture though the quality of the wood is not the highest. While I was putting it together some of the veneer chipped and it seemed that some of the pieces started to split some, but it is hardly noticeable. It was a challenge to put together but all in all a good piece of furniture if you're looking for something that looks nice and fits the budget.

• How did the color on site compare with the actual product? Good
• Please tell us about the quality of the product. Good
• How accurate was the on site description of the product? Good

The quality of this table is wonderful. the wood is very strong and durable The hardware is also thick and strong looks like more than what I paid for it. Very pleased

• How did the color on site compare with the actual product? perfect
• Please tell us about the quality of the product. this is a great table, great wood and hardware
• How accurate was the on site description of the product? very accurate

If you like the style buy it! The unit is very solid and assembly is straight forward but not simple, there are many parts. There are always extra connector parts so don't worry about losing anything. I've purchased all three Wakefield peices and been very pleased with each. They look great together and I expect to be around a long time.

• How did the color on site compare with the actual product? Very accurate, dark brown almost black.
• Please tell us about the quality of the product. High quality for an assemble to home product, very solid.
• How accurate was the on site description of the product? Good description

My wife and I love this product. It is heavy, and made of quality materials. In some of the other reviews, some felt that the instructions were difficult to follow. This couldn't be further from the truth! I assemble things often, and these instructions were, by far, the easiest to follow. The hardware was clearly marked, and extra pieces were included (nuts, bolts, screws, nails, etc). Had I not misplaced my phillips head screw drivers, followed by misplacing the instructions (the dog knocked them under the sofa while I was looking for the screw driver), I would have done in 2 1/2 hours. If you haven't invested yet in a cordless screw driver, I strongly recommend it. It makes this job a breeze.

• How did the color on site compare with the actual product? A little darker than expected, but it still works well with our other expresso colored furniture
• Please tell us about the quality of the product. excellent, heavy, durable
• How accurate was the on site description of the product? excellent

this piece was easy to put together and its great quality. we only had a little issue with the drawers.. when putting them together be gentle bec. we cracked the side of one (nothing a little glue couldnt fix.) we love the color its the perfect size for behind our couch. and the style is exactly what we were looking for, simple and clean.

• How did the color on site compare with the actual product? same color
• Please tell us about the quality of the product. great quality!

Really nice product - it seems like it would be far more expensive that it is. It was somewhat complicated to put together, and I can see how some people had trouble with it. However, if you are handy with these sorts of things and have a cordless drill, you should be able to get it done in less than 2 hours.

• How did the color on site compare with the actual product? Great
• Please tell us about the quality of the product. Great

Very pleased with my purchase. Slightly hesitant to purchase online without seeing the product in person. As others have mentioned, assembly took about 4 hours. Directions were very confusing. Be prepared to use your screw driver. Overall, very much worth it!

• How did the color on site compare with the actual product? Slightly darker than expected, but pleasantly surprised.
• Please tell us about the quality of the product. Very good quality. All wood, no particle board.
• How accurate was the on site description of the product? Very good description.

This is a wonderful table. It was exactly what I expected, which I was very grateful for that as it would of been awful trying to ship it back (veryyyy heavy). It looks great put together and demonstrates great quality for the price. Despite the other reviews it was not that difficult to put together if you have patience! However, the directions were terrible, vauge and need much better verbage in which to properly explain the assembly process. The color was a little darker that I expected, it wa almost black which I was not aware of. I wish it had been more of a kaffe brown like what I interrupted it would be. But, overall I am very please with purchase and the product as a whole. I would highly reccommend this table as it is very attractive and cool looking!

• How did the color on site compare with the actual product? very close
• Please tell us about the quality of the product. very decent
• How accurate was the on site description of the product? accurate

the draws are not so big. but it's perfect for what I'm looking for

• How did the color on site compare with the actual product? yes
• Please tell us about the quality of the product. good
• How accurate was the on site description of the product? very acurate

I love this console! And I even had to replace a few of the parts - but OS.com customer service was GREAT when I called to have parts replaced. Two of the boards were warped, so they simply sent me two new boards. I quickly assembled the table (well, not SO quickly - it probably took me 2 hours, but then I'm good with furniture assembly and hand tools!) I love how this looks in my TV room - the dark wood, clean lines and storage. I love that the shelves are open in back, creating a perfect and open space to display pretty things. I also love the three drawers where I can hide my remotes and other unsightly materials. BUT my FAVORITE aspect of this table is the low shelf just under the top. IT is perfect for storing books, magazines, and other flat items that you want quick access to! Love Love Love it! and can't praise OS.com staff enough for the high quality customer service I received!

• How did the color on site compare with the actual product? Exact match
• Please tell us about the quality of the product. high quality
• How accurate was the on site description of the product? Very accurate description.

Very good product. Second time purchasing this item. The legs are confusing with the long allen wrench, but very easy to put together and very stable.

• How did the color on site compare with the actual product? Very accurate
• Please tell us about the quality of the product. very good quality
• How accurate was the on site description of the product? very accurate

The item met my expectations for appearances; and, works for storage. I was disappointed to find the top open shelf too short to hold a standard stereo; that would have been the ideal location. Putting it together was quite an ordeal; due to the number of parts and weight of the pieces; and, I consider myself quite handy. Ultimately, if I could do it over, I would have spent an additional $$$ and bought a BEAUTIFUL media center at the Amish furniture outlet...no comparison on quality and looks....The Wakefield Console works fine; and, is sturdy and durable...

My only suggestion is that you need two people to put this one together. Some pieces are heavy and it would be dificult with only one person. I did had two pieces that were damaged, but I contacted O.com and they were very good sending me new parts. It will take a couple of hours to put together. After it all put together we were very happy with the end result. Enjoy!

• How did the color on site compare with the actual product? The site does not give you a specific color. I had to call and get the exact color. The color is dark expresso, it's NOT black. It matches perfectly with hte Wakefield bookcase.
• Please tell us about the quality of the product. For the price it's pretty good.
• How accurate was the on site description of the product? Dimensions on the site are well given.

We love the Wakefield Console Table. It looks just like it appears in the picture. It is perfect for holding our electronics and some decorations / books below our large wall-mounted plasma TV. It is heavy and substantial. The lines are clean and contemporary. We are very happy with our purchase!

• How did the color on site compare with the actual product? The color is just as it appears in the picture.
• Please tell us about the quality of the product. This is a very heavy and well-built piece of furniture.
• How accurate was the on site description of the product? Very accurate.

We bought this piece as a entry way console. It arrived in 2 boxes and was well packed. Every wood segment was marked and every screw, dowel and connecting item was separately bagged and marked. Extras were provided. Directions for assembly were spot on. Every pre-drilled hole matched perfectly. We used a electric drill and we put it together in less than 2 hours. The quality is superb. The color is a black ebony and was what we wanted. The stainless handles on the drawers were heavy and would cost at least $8 ea at a home improvement store. We have bought many furniture pieces at Overstock and have been pleased, but this unit tops them all. If we had room we would buy another in a minute.

• How did the color on site compare with the actual product? great
• Please tell us about the quality of the product. excellent quality
• How accurate was the on site description of the product? accurate

I order a lot from Overstock. I understand and believe you get what you pay for and value is in the eye of the beholder. Everything I have ordered has been fair, quick and as advertised. This piece is heavy, simple and typical to "build." No scratches, dings, all parts, extras actually, were in tact. Another satisfied purchase. Thanks O.

• How did the color on site compare with the actual product? Accurate
• Please tell us about the quality of the product. Solid
• How accurate was the on site description of the product? Good

Upon arrival, two parts were noted to be broken. OS sent us a new one immediately. That was great customer service. Once the parts were all here, it took about 2 hours to put together because we don't have an electric drill. It is very elegant looking and solid. I think we got what we paid for.

• How did the color on site compare with the actual product? Good. It is a very dark espresso.
• Please tell us about the quality of the product. Good.
• How accurate was the on site description of the product? Legs are taller than they seem in the photo.