I absolutely love these stools! They are gorgeous and sturdy! One box came without instructions. Initial shock set in but I was able to figure out how to assemble it by watching a youtube video and using "common sense". Black screws go with pieces that are attached to the swivel base, silver screws with the ring attached to the legs. Instructions were however in the other boxes :) They are a beautiful light gray (which may not be reflected in the image). I would repurchase.