These stools are exactly as they appear and are good quality for what you're paying. They were easy to put together. The colour is more a very dark grey than black so if you're looking for a solid back these are not. I ordered 2 sets of 2 and they did not ship together. Not a big deal but it would have been nice to know to expect two packages. I have only been using them a week so I can not comment on durability.