We were looking for a table and chairs that our three year olds could use over a period of years. This fits the bill. They will be able to use this until they are 8 or 9 at least. The cubby holes are great for collecting all kinds of papers and treasures that little children can think of. We bought the pecan, but it is more like a very light cherry rather than pecan. We didn't want painted wood...Pretty though. Also the legs holes were poorly drilled and the screws kind of cheap. We went to Lowes and bought new screws and it all worked out fine. It's VERY sturdy (we bought the one with the straight legs.) Worth the money.