I probably would have paid more for chairs that did not need to be built, as it wasn't the easiest process. They look nice now that they are all put together, but the lounge part attaches strangely...it "clips" in...which makes the bottom part a bit wobbly when you go to move the chairs. They are pretty comfortable, and here's hoping they can stand up to the elements and last a few years. One word of caution - I am 5'5, average build and my feet go to the bottom of the chair...might need to consider larger chairs if you're very tall!