Just what I was expecting. They look high end and are fairly comfy. I plan to keep them outdoors year-round, but I do use a cover when it rains / off season (I live in Michigan). I cannot speak to the rusting or anything just yet since I've only had them a few weeks but so far, so good. As for assembly, my husband put them together without issue.  Cushions are a nice neutral oatmeal tone-- happy with that! Keeping my fingers crossed these chairs last-- I  like them a lot!