This table is beautiful and super sturdy! It was mostly easy to put together. There was a point towards the end where I needed the assistance of my husband.  Its a good size and seats 6 comfortably. I purchased benches and a few extra chairs.  It’s currently used in our backyard space and has been exposed to the elements all summer. So far so good! No chipping or peeling of the wood. We will likely cover at the end of the season or move into the garage for added protection.  It was a welcome improvement from our old patio table. UPDATE 71 It’s been a little over a year. The table has somewhat survived the winter and some recent heavy rains. It’s fuller than last summer for sure and there are cracks and places where the wood has warped. We did use a cover during winter storage, but I’m now realizing we should probably cover it every night (a bit of a hassle) to prevent any further weathering. It’s still a beautiful table, just looks more rustic