I am even more pleased with these chairs than I thought I would be.  I have shopped for months and never purchased furniture on-line until now, and I am very impressed.  The seats are very firm, but very soft and comfortable.  They were easy to assemble and are well balanced and sturdy.  I would have ordered them months ago, if I had known how great they would be, and I know I will enjoy them for a long time to come.