I was looking for a table and chairs that I could leave outside all the time. This is working out very well. There was minimal assembly and it was easy to do. The table was a little smaller than I had imagined in my head, but the photo is accurate, so that was my own fault. I like that the pattern is more interesting than the typical mesh. It's not as thick, though, and the table top isn't completely flat because it bent a little, so plates kind of wobble. Compared to other options out there, I am happy with my choice.