I've had a few months to sit on this purchase (no pun intended.... okay, totally intended), and these chairs, along with the table in the set, are perfect for my little apartment space (though the finish is a bit darker than the photos). I will be reupholstering the seats for my own design preferences, but the current material choice is great - spills just wipe off and they are definitely comfortable for dining and entertaining. Assembly was easy, and everything feels solid. My only complaint is that the dowels that cover the screws occasionally pop out, but they're pretty easy to put back in.