These stools are better than expected.  We ordered four chairs.  Assembly is time consuming with the allen wrench supplied.  A 1/4" ratchet with the correct allen socket attachment cut my assembly time by 75%.  Chairs went together easy and are very sturdy with no squeaks.  If squeaks develop later, the screws can be retightened.  The finish on the wood is very nice looking.  The covering on the seats and back seems to be very thick.  The backs are a little more upright than I would like, making me sit up straighter than I prefer.  That is the only drawback to these stools.  Construction seems to be very good and they should last a long time.  It appears that these chairs could be recovered in the future, if needed.  I would recommend these and I would buy them again.