I debated over several dining sets before deciding to buy this one. It is very nice set. Perfect for my apartment. I wanted something that looked modern, and had cushioned seats rather than sitting on metal or wood. The set was really easy to put together. It took just over an hour to assemble because there are a lot of screws. If you have a drill with an allen wrench drill bit it will go faster. However, I decided to assemble it by hand.
This is a small set, and it looks attractive. It seats 4 people comfortably. The marble top looks like plastic/vinyl. I am not trying to fool anyone that it's granite or marble. It's just a table. The design is nice, the marble-look adds color, and seems sturdy. If you buy this set for simple dining you will not be disappointed.