This chair arrived and it was fine, easy to assemble.  However, once the chair foot rest went up, it was very difficult to put down. Frequently I had to get out of the chair and push it down manually.  Now, a month after I purchased it the arm of the chair is loose.  I looked more closely and the wood has split. This chair is virtually useless in less than a month. I might add, this is in an auxiliary bedroom and the chair is not even used on a daily basis. I am very disappointed in this product and would not recommend it.