Color exactly as shown in picture. This is made in Brazil / it is real wood, I believe pine. If you like the challenge of building your own / this won't be difficult. My husband and I did it together and didn't get a divorce over it! I went to the manufacturer website but there was not a specific video on this chest. But I found a similar chest on YouTube and watched that after reading directions to this one / and it helped. Everything fit / the holes were drilled in right places, we had the the right amount of parts, and the directions made sense. My husband can't see well / but together it took us about 3 hours to create this beautiful chest. I am VERY pleased at how it turned out. The drawers slide easily, and it is sturdy and looks great!