I strongly advise against purchasing this set. I live by myself but entertain occasionally. Bought this set for the kitchen of my new home (1st house! yay!) Three chairs have broken already. The first broke when I leaned back in the chair. I'm not a big guy, 5'10", 190. Two more chairs have since broken. The legs broke when I slid the chair forward. Very disappointing, and probably dangerous for an older person.